Summertime and the living is not easy for many families 
Hunger never takes a break. Every month over 500 families come to CCAP for food.
With the high cost of housing, utilities and now gas prices that are above $3.00 a gallon many families are facing a financial crisis. Choosing to put food on the table or gas in the car in not easy. Our food bank has become the safety net for families.
CCAP's Food Bank is seeing more and more families. Last year we provided emergency food to over 2,400 people from almost 1,000 families. CCAP's Food Bank is the City's largest distributor of emergency food to area's residents. For the 1,000 families who come to us for food we are the place to turn in times of need.
We can help
The CCAP Food Bank serves people living in the City of Cranston. It is located in the CCAP Center on 311 Doric Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910. Food Bank hours are Monday to Friday from 10AM to 1PM. No appointment is necessary for existing Food Bank clients. New clients are asked to call to schedule an appointment to determine eligibility.
CCAP's Food Bank is partnering with the University of Rhode Island's statewide Food Stamp Outreach Program. There are many Rhode Islanders who are eligible but have not yet applied. Volunteers will be available on-site to provide screenings and assist with the application process.
For more information about CCAP's Food Bank or the Food Stamp Outreach Program call 467-9610 or click here to visit our website.
You can help
Right now we are able to meet the demand for food. Our shelves are well stocked due to generous donations from our friends, neighbors and local businesses. But you can help by making a donation of food. We are always in need of protein and other non- perishable foods. Because we are a local food bank, food donated today will be on a family's table tomorrow.
If you prefer you can make a cash donation. Our 100% Guarantee assures you that all money is used to purchase food. No money is ever used for administration, maintenance or fund raising. If you would like to donate to the CCAP Food Bank, give us a call at 467-9610.
More than a bag of food CCAP offers people more than a bag of food. Families that come to us for food have access to a full range of services including our energy assistance programs, Head Start, affordable child care, health care at one of our three community based centers and soon dental care. CCAP helps families get their lives back on track. |
