Neighborhood Services Inc.

Helping Our Neighbors

Food bank in Columbus, OH (show on map)

4.7

★★★★★

145 reviews

NSI Food Pantry serves food-insecure individuals and families in Columbus, Ohio, providing meals and resources with dignity.

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About

NSI Food Pantry, established in 1965 by local churches, addresses food insecurity across Central Ohio by providing food and material assistance to those in need. Serving zip codes 43201, 43202, 43210, 43211, 43212, 43219, 43220, 43221, 43224, and 43229, NSI distributes over 1,174,831 meals annually to 24,423 families, impacting 82,306 individuals.

The pantry emphasizes compassionate, respectful service, ensuring nutritious food access while supporting community dignity and health.

Compassionate service

Community partnerships

Cost-effective meal distribution

Services

Food Distribution

Provides free groceries and essential items to individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Free meals Nutritious food selection Community partnerships

Volunteer Opportunities

Engages community members in supporting food distribution and pantry operations.

Weekly volunteer shifts Group volunteering Training provided

Donations & Fundraising

Accepts monetary and in-kind donations to sustain food distribution efforts.

Mail-in donations Workplace giving Donor-advised funds Planned giving

Credentials & Certifications

Board Membership

Since 2018

Reviews

Rating

4.7

★★★★★

Reviews

145

"They are nice and ready to help"

Frequently Asked Questions

What zip codes does NSI Food Pantry serve? +

NSI serves zip codes 43222 and 43223.

How many meals did NSI distribute in 2024? +

NSI distributed 1,174,831 meals in 2024.

What is the cost per meal provided by NSI compared to market price? +

NSI provides 15 meals for $10.18, whereas the market price for a home-cooked meal in Franklin County is $4.20 per meal, making NSI’s meals approximately 3.5 times more cost-effective.

Are there age restrictions for event participation (e.g., Hunger Run 5K)? +

Participants must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol at the event; no other age restrictions apply.

How can I volunteer with NSI? +

Volunteers can sign up through the Volunteer Hub, with shifts available Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–1:30 pm, and additional opportunities on Fridays and Sundays.

What are the donation options for supporting NSI? +

Donations can be made by mail, workplace giving, donor-advised funds, or planned giving, with NSI’s tax ID 31-0842947.