Open Hands Food Pantry in Royal Oak, which opened its doors in 1982, served about 13,500 people last year and is currently facing a critical shortage of food.
“Due to the ever-increasing cost of food, Open Hands is now unable to keep up with demand for many items...We are in desperate need of certain items in particular, which are becoming too expensive for us to buy from Gleaners,” A statement on the food pantry’s website said.
The pantry serves only Oakland County residents.
Here’s what Open Hands Food Pantry needs during its critical food shortage:
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•Tuna (Family Size)
•Feminine Hygiene Items
•Soup
•Dried Beans, Peas, Lentils
•Toothpaste
•Toothbrushes
•Deodorant
•Shampoo
•Dish Soap
Donations can be made at any time during hours of operation or any time the church which houses the nonprofit is open.
Open Hands Food Pantry is open Mondays from 12:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. and Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and is located on the lower level of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Royal Oak.
