The ROOF Food Bank provides emergency food and other necessities to the Rochester community. ROOF is a member of Northwest Harvest, Food Lifeline, and Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP), and partners with the Community Action Council in the distribution of USDA Commodities. But we also depend on community donations to keep the shelves stocked. Food Bank renders services over 10,000 times per year. We have an industrial sized cooler and freezer, as well as storage space for canned and boxed items. We welcome donations from local farmers and gardeners.
Food Bank Hours
| Monday | 9:00am - 12:00noon, 4:00-5:00pm | |
| Tuesday | 9:00am - 12:00noon, 4:00-5:00pm | |
| Wednesday | Closed | |
| Thursday | 9:00am - 12:00noon, 4:00-5:00pm | |
| Friday | 9:00am - 12:00noon |
Commodities are given out the second full week of each month. Holiday Baskets are available during November and December.
How to Donate Food
Donations are accepted for Food Bank during ROOF's regular business hours, Monday-Friday from 9-5:30. ROOF is a registered non-profit organization and all donations are tax-deductible. Following is a list of the foods Food Bank most needs:
- Canned fruit and vegetables
- Canned soups
- Tuna
- Peanut butter
- Cereal
- Pasta and rice
- Beans
- Boxed dinners
- Fresh produce
- Frozen foods
- Baby food and formula
- Personal hygiene items
- Diapers
Unfortunately, due to health regulations, we are unable to accept homemade canned or baked goods.