Emergency food assistance
There are a number of organizations in Tillsonburg that provide assistance for people in immediate need of food.
Meal Programs
Upper Deck Youth Centre
19 Queen Street
- Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Drop in meal; no appointment necessary.
- Access to free food and clothing items
Faith Presbyterian Church
101 Bidwell Street
- Fridays
- Volunteers welcome guests at 5:00 p.m. for refreshments and conversations.
- At 6:00 p.m. a time of prayer, Scripture reading, and devotion begins; a hearty meal prepared by volunteers follows.
Upper Deck Youth Centre
19 Queen Street
- Sundays at 5:00 p.m
- Hosted by four different churches
The Inn (Operation Sharing) emergency shelter operating at Avondale United Church
60 Harvey Street
- Daily
- Take-out meals (November 1 - April 30)
St. Paul's United Church
88 Bidwell Street
p. 519-403-4192
- Saturdays (October 14 - April 27)
- Coffee & drinks will be available at 10:30 a.m.
- Meal starts at 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
St. Mary's Catholic Church (basement)
51 Venison Street W.
- Second Monday of the month (until April)
- Doors open at 4:30 p.m.
- Dinner served at 5:00 p.m.
More services
Need more assistance? Oxford County Human Services can assist you in finding, understanding and applying for social and community services.