Win a car and drive out hunger!
The 2014 Food For the People Car Raffle is HERE---again! The Stark County Hunger Task Force is proud to announce this year's Food For the People Car Raffle, brought to you by the generosity of Progressive Chevrolet. Tim and Craig Sanders have again donated a...
Jennifer, pantry client
"My work hours have dropped. I am also going through a divorce and [I am] not receiving any support from my children's father. I am grateful for this [help] as it will ensure my children eat."
Tonia, pantry client
"My daughter told me about the pantry. I run low on food a lot. [There are] eight of us in the household. I try to come to the pantry twice a month. The staff is always friendly and helpful. I enjoy coming to the pantry knowing I will get extra food items to help my...
Rebbeca, pantry client
"I was referred through a friend. I am currently unemployed. I visit once a month. Every time I am here, everyone is very nice [and] very helpful."
Cassandra, pantry client
"I heard about it [the SCHTF pantry] through a friend. I have three kids and a large family. It helps a lot to have this available. Everyone is very nice and welcoming. I've never had a bad time coming here."
Mary Lou, pantry volunteer
"I am a volunteer [at the SCHTF Community Campus Food Pantry]. I heard about the pantry in the newspaper, called, [and] started that week. I really enjoy my coworkers and bosses. It's a great working environment. Staff and volunteers are generally agreeable and...
Palette 2 Palate tickets now available!
Saturday, April 20, 2024 Zimmermann Symphony Center 2331 17th St NW, Canton, OH 44708 Stark County Hunger Task Force is proud to partner with the Canton arts community for the 9th annual Palette 2 Palate charity art auction. Join us on April 20 at the Zimmermann...
Become a hunger fighter!
We are now seeking volunteers for our Community Campus Food Pantry located on the Ken Weber Community Campus. Our pantry is staffed with volunteers who pack carts for clients, help clients outside with their groceries, and stock the pantry as needed. Our operating...
Updated Community Campus Pantry Hours
To better serve our community, we will now have extended hours at our Community Campus Food Pantry located on the Goodwill Campus. Our hours are as follows: Monday & Thursday: 9:15am-2:35pm Tuesday & Wednesday: 9:15am-3:35pm Friday: 9:15am-1:35pm We are closed...
A Community Thrives
What if we all gave together? We can! Starting on July 18, our community will come together to support the essential work of our organization to fundraise for our Hunger Fighting programs. We are one of the charities participating in A Community Thrives, a...
Become a Palette 2 Palate Committee Member!
Our 8th Annual Palette 2 Palate Charity Art Auction is back in person this year! We are slated to fight hunger through this unique fundraiser on October 8, 2022 at the Cultural Center for the Arts. We are looking for committee members to help us make this year's event...
Save the Date! Palette 2 Palate is April 29th!
Join us for our eighth annual charity art auction fundraiser!
Become a Spring Event Sponsor
Hey Hunger Fighters! We have two Spring events that we are looking for a few generous sponsors for. Please see below and see which event is a good fit for your business! Interested sponsors can contact Stephanie at stephanie@starkhunger.org. Stark County Game Night:...
Stark County Game Night
Families, couples, and enthusiasts alike are invited to Canton’s own Milestone Game Bar in the pursuit of ending hunger in Stark County. Bring your friends, family, or meet new people! Tickets are $25 a player and includes one gourmet hot dog, a side, and a...
We’re Hiring!
Are you passionate about serving your community? Consider applying for our Executive Administrative Assistant position! Here is what we are looking for in a candidate: Position Summary This part-time position will provide essential support to the Executive Director...
Fairways to Fight Hunger 2022: Canceled
Tee off on our hunger-fighting team While we choose between a nine iron and a wedge, many of our neighbors are choosing between basic necessities and food. When most families are hungry, they go to a grocery store; for thousands of residents in Stark County who are...
Winter Weather Closure
Stark County Hunger Task Force’s offices and emergency pantry will be closed Thursday, February 3rd and Friday, February 4th due to the threat of inclement weather. Any individual in need of emergency food assistance during this closure is encouraged to contact...
Full Belly, Full Heart
February is a month where we celebrate love in all forms. This Valentine's Day give the gift of hope by donating to our Full Belly, Full Heart fundraiser. Every dollar donated allows us to provide six meals to a neighbor in need. With every donation of over $25 you...
Winter Volunteer Opportunities
We here at Stark County Hunger Task Force are dedicated to fighting hunger through the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact our services are needed now more than ever. Help us continue to fight hunger by becoming a volunteer. We have opportunities available five days a week to...
Virtual 40th Birthday!
We have been fighting hunger and feeding Stark County families for 40 years. When we were founded in 1981, we were serving 3,000 a month with 4 pantries. Fast forward to 2021 and we are serving 34,000 a month with close to 40 pantries in our network. Our Backpack for...
7th Annual Palette 2 Palate: Auction is Now Live!
The Canton arts community continues its collaboration with the Stark County Hunger Task Force to fight local hunger by preparing to stage the seventh annual Palette 2 Palate charity art event. Many talented local artists have graciously donated their work to be...