Westlake Food Pantry Sees 400 Percent Uptick In Demand

WESTLAKE, OH — The Westlake Food Pantry has seen a 400-percent uptick in demand since the new coronavirus outbreak began, the city said on Facebook. Donations of non-perishable food items are now urgently needed.

"It cannot be stressed enough how important every donation of perishable and non-perishable food items is to helping those in need," the city said in a statement on social media.

Donations of canned fruits and vegetables are particularly needed by the Westlake Senior and Community Services department. Canned produce is always in high demand, the city said.

The Westlake Food Pantry provides three-day supplies of food to residents. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the pantry has debuted a curbside pickup program, which allows participants to collect food without leaving their car.

Donations of food can be given to the Westlake Community Services department. Expired food will not be accepted as a donation.

For more information on how to donate or receive food through the Westlake Food Pantry, visit the city's website.