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East Pasco Meals on Wheels
Food Pantry
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to our most commonly asked questions about the Feeding You With Love Food Pantry — from eligibility and registration to pickup scheduling and policies.
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Registration & Eligibility
Who is eligible for the Feeding You With Love Food Pantry?
The pantry is open to any Pasco County resident who meets at least one of the following criteria:
• Household income is at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG)
• Currently enrolled in SNAP, TANF, SSI/SSD, or Medicaid
You will be asked to confirm your eligibility when completing the registration form.
How do I register for the food pantry?
Registration is completed online through our registration form. Simply fill out all required fields, select your preferred pickup time, and submit. Once your application is received and reviewed, we will contact you by email to confirm your next steps.
Is there a cost to participate?
No. The Feeding You With Love Food Pantry is completely free of charge to all eligible participants. We rely entirely on donations and community support to carry out this vital work.
Can I register for both the Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels home delivery?
The Feeding You With Love Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels home-delivered meals are two separate programs with separate registration processes. If you are seeking home-delivered meals, please click here to register for that program instead.
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Pickup & Scheduling
When are the available pickup times?
We offer two recurring weekly pickup windows, both on Tuesdays:
• Option A: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month
• Option B: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM | 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month
The time slot you select during registration becomes your recurring appointment for all future visits.
Months with five Tuesdays: The Pantry will be closed on the fifth Tuesday, and there will not be a scheduled pantry distribution. All pantry distributions will resume on their normal schedule beginning the following month.
When does the weekly registration form open and close?
The registration form closes every Thursday at 9:00 AM and reopens Friday at 9:00 AM. This weekly pause allows our team the time needed to process reservations and prepare for distribution.
Forms submitted after the Thursday deadline will be scheduled for the following service week.
Are there any exceptions to my scheduled pickup time?
Unfortunately, no. Food pickups are available only during our scheduled Tuesday distribution hours, and we are unable to accommodate pickups outside of those times.
To better serve our community, we offer two recurring pickup schedules each month:
• Option A: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month
• Option B: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM | 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month
If your current pickup schedule no longer works for you, please contact us. If space is available, we may be able to assign you to the alternate Tuesday pickup schedule that better fits your needs.
Can I request specific foods or exclude certain items?
We are unable to accommodate custom food requests. The items available at our pantry depend entirely on the donations we receive each week. We also serve a high volume of families and individuals, so tailoring orders to individual preferences is not feasible.
Can I send someone else to pick up my food?
Yes. You may send an authorized representative to pick up on your behalf. Please note that distribution is limited to one (1) pickup per household and a valid Photo ID is required at the time of pickup — either yours or your representative's.
What if I need to cancel or miss my pickup?
If you are unable to pick up your food, you MUST notify us before 9:00 AM on the day of your scheduled pickup by emailing feedingyouwithlove@gmail.com or calling (656) 232-9355.
Two consecutive missed pickups without prior notice will result in discontinued eligibility.
How early can I arrive before my scheduled pickup time?
Please do not arrive more than 30 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Arriving hours early creates significant traffic and operational challenges for our volunteers, staff, neighboring businesses, and the surrounding community. If you arrive earlier than 30 minutes before your scheduled pickup, you will be asked to leave and return at the appropriate time.
Volunteers will be on-site directing traffic and are available to answer any questions you may have. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us provide a safe, efficient, and respectful pickup experience for everyone. Please review our Pickup Traffic Pattern Map by clicking here.
All directions from traffic-control personnel must be followed, along with posted traffic patterns, cones, and signs. Remain stopped until you are signaled to move forward. Failure to follow traffic or safety instructions may result in service being denied.
How should I prepare my vehicle for pickup?
The area of your vehicle where food will be loaded must be clean and clear of debris so volunteers have a safe, accessible place to put your items.
Your vehicle must be in Park the entire time food is being loaded. Do not move your vehicle while volunteers are loading or working around it.
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General Questions
How does communication work with the pantry?
All pantry correspondence is digital. Registration updates are sent by email, so please provide a valid email address during registration and keep it updated with us.
For closures, delays, or schedule changes, please monitor our Facebook page, Feeding You With Love Food Pantry. We do not call individual recipients.
How will I know if the pantry is closed or delayed?
Closures, delays, and changes are posted on our Facebook page, Feeding You With Love Food Pantry. We do not call individual recipients, so it is your responsibility to check for updates before coming to the pantry — especially when inclement weather is possible.
What happens if there is bad weather on pickup day?
We follow National Weather Service warnings and safety guidance. Your safety, and the safety of our volunteers, always comes first.
• Thunder or lightning: Operations are delayed until 30 minutes have passed since the last lightning or thunder
• Heavy rain: Distribution is delayed until it is safe for volunteers and recipients
• Severe or unsafe conditions: The pantry may close for the day
Weather can change quickly, and decisions may be made before or during pantry operations. Please check our Facebook page before you leave home.
How many people from my household can receive food?
Food distribution is limited to one (1) person per household. Only one registration and one pickup per household address is permitted per service week.
How do I update my contact information or cancel my registration?
To update your information or cancel your registration, please contact us directly at feedingyouwithlove@gmail.com or call (656) 232-9355. Our team will assist you promptly.
What conduct is expected at the pantry?
Our pantry is a free service and a privilege provided to our community. Abusive, threatening, insulting, aggressive, or disrespectful language, behavior, or actions toward other recipients, volunteers, staff, or traffic-control personnel will not be tolerated.
Meals on Wheels Pasco reserves the right to deny, cancel, suspend, or restrict pantry registration or services at any time when behavior, actions, or failure to follow safety procedures creates a concern.
Is the donated food safe to eat?
All pantry food is donated through the generosity of donors and community partners. Please examine all items for possible spoilage before using them.
How can I support or donate to the Food Pantry?
We rely entirely on community donations to carry out this work. If you would like to contribute, please reach out to us at feedingyouwithlove@gmail.com. Every contribution makes a difference for families in Pasco County.
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Ready to Get Started?
Register for the Food Pantry
Have more questions? Our team is here to help. Otherwise, complete your registration and we'll be in touch to confirm your next steps.
Can't find your answer? Contact us at feedingyouwithlove@gmail.com or call (656) 232-9355.
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