Our Community Partnership Model At the Islamic Food Bank, we use the term “community partner” as a designation for organizations that we work with to ensure efficient and continuous food distribution to populations who are vulnerable to food insecurity. We prefer to partner with organizations that have a well-established presence among the people they serve. Typically, they have staff on-site and are already providing other much-needed services. Because of their deep knowledge of the groups they serve, they understand any nuances in the way that food distribution needs to occur. We also want to meet our guests where they live, learn, and play – they should not have to travel for food access. Our community partnership model works well because it is nimble, flexible, and continually responsive to what our guests need and request. Hear from Our Partners “We began our partnership with (the Islamic Food Bank) in April 2020… We were struggling to re-stock and meet everyone’s needs. A Sunshine board member introduced us to (the Food Bank), which was a true blessing. Ever since then, our pantry has been stocked plentifully. We’ve received fresh produce, meat, and dairy products – things that aren’t as easy to stock. The volunteers at IFBT are amazing. Everyone shares kindness and willingness to help wherever we need it… We are so grateful for this amazing partnership and would highly encourage others to get involved.” –Lori Richard, Sunshine Communities K-12 Schools and Educational Services Toledo Public Schools Perrysburg Schools Washington Local Schools Sylvania Schools Summit Academy-Toledo After-School All-Stars Ohio Partners in Education TutorSmart Emmanuel Christian School Oregon City Schools Universities Falcon Food Pantry – Bowling Green State University Harvest Food Pantry – Owens Community College Rocket Fuel – University of Toledo Community Centers and Residential Services Lucas Metropolitan Housing (LMH) Sunshine Communities Nuestra Gente Food Pantry Perrysburg Heights Community Association (PHCA) Perrysburg Way Library Shelter Homes & Emergency Assistance Family House St. Paul’s Community Center Bethany House Halim Clinic Toledo Lucas County Homelessness Board University of Toledo Medical Center Religious Organizations Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo (particularly, Helping Hands of St. Louis) Toledo Masjid al-Islam Neighbors of Hope (Adrian, MI) Ashland Baptist Church (Oregon, OH) Learn more about our programs or donate now. Interested in partnering with us? We want to hear from you! Contact Us