"Truly I tell you, in so far as you did it for one of the least of these My brethren, you did it for Me." Matthew 25:40

Open Arms Ministry is an outreach of St. Paul UMC. We have partnered with several organizations in the community to provide food to thousands in the community by supplying multiple foodbanks and ministries throughout Pinellas County. 

We also distribute food, clothes and some personal care items to those in need directly from our Open Arms Resource Center. Those who are in need are invited to take what they need at no charge. The food is available for free through St. Paul family and our partners in the community. It is a gift of love.

OUR LOCATION

The Open Arms Resource Center is located on our St. Paul UMC Clearwater Campus - 2039 Druid Rd in Clearwater. 

HOW DO I RECEIVE FOOD?

Open Arms has food available on Monday-Wednesday from 1-3 PM.

Each household can receive food from Open Arms two times a month. (USDA food is also available an additional two times per month. See below for details.)

New Open Arms Ministry clients should bring a Photo ID.  As of January 1, 2025 no one will be allowed to pick up Open Arms food for another individual. All individuals need to bring their ID. (USDA Food is available WITHOUT an ID. See below for details.)

USDA FOOD DISTRIBUTION

We also have USDA food distribution during our normal hours Mon-Weds 1-3 PM. Each household can receive USDA food twice a month, regardless of whether you've received Open Arms food during the week. 

There is NO ID required to receive USDA food. 

What about financial assistance?

We do not currently have financial assistance available. 

How can I help?

DONATE

Our community partners supply most of our food needs, but we welcome food donations of all kinds. Items in high demand are dry goods, canned goods, tuna and bread. We are also in need of non-food donations of diapers, baby food, and other baby items, as well as toilet paper, full size toiletries and other personal care items.  You can drop items off at Open Arms or leave non-perishable donations at the church office from Monday - Thursday. You can also leave donations in the bin in the sanctuary lobby or in the Connection Center on Sundays.