Make A Difference

Every veteran deserves a fresh start—and you can help make that possible.
Whether you’re giving household essentials, nonperishable food, or a financial gift, your support directly impacts local veterans and caregivers who are rebuilding their lives. From those recently rehoused to families facing food insecurity, your generosity helps create stability, dignity, and hope.

All donations are tax-deductible. Thank you for standing with us—and with them.

We operate a need-based Military and Veteran Food Pantry, open five days a month to those with a military connection—no financial documents required. As a non-government-affiliated pantry, we rely entirely on community support to keep our shelves stocked.

This page is updated with needed essentials and “treat” items our guests request. Donations can be dropped off at our office during open hours, or you can give financially by texting OVCSFOOD to 44321.

Thanks to a grant from the Miami County Commissioners, we can now accept sealed refrigerated and frozen items with at least two weeks of remaining shelf life.

Wish List

Items listed in bold are emergent need items. Emergent need means that we have either depleted our stock and/or have such a high demand we cannot keep a sufficient amount on hand.

  • Frozen Meat (meatballs, chicken breasts, etc)
  • 100% Juice
  • Cereal (kid friendly is a plus!)
  • Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo, BBQ)
  • Flavored Instant Oatmeal (low/no sugar)
  • Canned Fruit (in juice, not syrup)
  • Jelly (no sugar added is also needed)
  • Alfredo Sauce
  • Frozen Fruit
  • Canned Potatoes
  • Canned Creamed Corn
  • Boxed Potatoes (mashed, scalloped, au gratin)
  • Spaghetti Sauce
  • Pickles (Spears or chips)
  • Baking Mixes (just add water)
  • Non Food Items
  • Shampoo/Conditioner (women’s needed)
  • Body Wash
  • Deodorant
  • Toothbrush/Toothpaste
  • Lotion
  • Shaving Cream
  • Denture Care Items
  • Cleaning Supplies
  • Laundry Soap
  • Dish Soap
  • All Purpose Cleaner
  • Paper Products
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper

We’re proud to partner with several Miami Valley agencies to support veterans as they rebuild their lives after being rehoused. Whether they’ve lost their home due to a natural disaster, recently completed in-patient treatment, or successfully reintegrated following incarceration, our goal is to provide a soft place to land—and the resources they need to thrive. You can help by donating the items listed below, which we store until needed.

  • Silverware, 4 place settings
  • Pots & Pans (no non-stick)
  • Kitchen Utensils
  • Kitchen Towels/Hot pads
  • Can Opener
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Pillows
  • Bath Towels/Washcloths
  • Laundry Basket/Detergent
  • Cleaning Supplies
    • Broom & Dustpan
    • Mop & Bucket
    • Dish Soap & Sponges
    • Trash Bags
    • Glass Cleaner
    • Bathroom Cleaner

As always, all cash and item donations are tax-deductible! To schedule a drop-off, please call us at
(937) 570-6460. Items can also be brought to our office on Thursdays between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Thank you for your generosity and support!