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OLEAN FOOD PANTRY INC
OLEAN, NY · EIN 550881869 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE K31 · Food, Agriculture & Nutrition · Small ($100K-$1M) · oleanfoodpantry.org
revenue
$351K
expenses
$354K
net assets
$840K
employees
0
volunteers
42
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

AS A VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION, THE OLEAN FOOD PANTRY PROVIDES FOOD SECURITY BY OFFERING CHOICES OF HEALTHY, NUTRITIOUS FOOD. IN COOPERATION WITH THE COMMUNITY, WE EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS THROUGH EDUCATION, RESOURCES AND KNOWLEDGE TO PROMOTE OPPORTUNITIES TO BECOME SELF SUFFICIENT.

profile · synthesized from sources

Olean Food Pantry is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization serving food-insecure individuals and families in Western New York. For over 70 years, it has provided free groceries and holiday food distributions, focusing on dignity and self-sufficiency. The pantry operates entirely through volunteers and community partnerships, distributing thousands of pounds of food annually.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Free Holiday Turkey Distribution
Distributed nearly 14,000 pounds of turkey to local families between November 2025 and January 2026 as part of an annual holiday food drive.
Regular Food Distribution
Provides free groceries including canned goods, fresh produce, and frozen items to food-insecure families in Western New York on an ongoing basis.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 5 activities
    • Collaborating with local nonprofits and food networks
      Partners with local nonprofits, FeedMore of Western New York, and the Food Bank of WNY to combine resources, expand reach, and increase food availability for people facing food insecurity.
    • Distributing food to low-income families in multiple counties
      Provides food assistance to residents in Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties, serving nearly 30,000 people annually, including over 27,000 individuals in 2024 alone, with food sufficient for 18 meals per person monthly.
    • Operating fixed-site food pantry with regular distribution hours
      Operates a volunteer-run food pantry in Olean, NY, with regular distribution hours on Mondays and Fridays, providing food assistance to individuals and families in need. Distributes pre-packed food boxes to those arriving after designated times.
    • Operating monthly mobile food pantry
      Operates a mobile food pantry on the last Thursday of each month, using a mobile pantry truck to deliver fresh produce and perishable food items to communities in need across Western New York.
    • Rescuing surplus food and sourcing fresh produce
      Rescues surplus food through partnerships with local grocers and sources fresh, nutritious produce through collaborations with local farmers to enhance food quality and availability.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Maintaining volunteer-run operations
      Operates entirely with volunteer staffing, with no paid employees or executive compensation, relying on community volunteers to run all aspects of food distribution programs.
  • Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Providing diaper and baby supplies assistance
      Offers diaper assistance through the Olean Diaper Depot and in partnership with the Food Bank of WNY Baby Needs Program, addressing basic needs for infants and families.
  • Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
    • Providing holiday food distributions
      Distributed nearly 14,000 pounds of turkey and holiday meal fixings, including 1,147 whole turkeys and 793 bags of fixings, to local families between November 3, 2025, and January 9, 2026, as part of annual holiday food assistance efforts.
  • Program Monitoring & Evaluation 1 activity
    • Tracking and reporting service impact data
      Tracks and reports data on food distribution and community impact as part of organizational transparency, including annual service totals and trends in food pantry usage.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$351K
Contributions & grants$335K95%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$16K5%
Other revenue$56
expenses
Total expenses$354K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$863K
Cash$352K
Investments$344K
Liabilities$24K
Net assets$840K
Liquid reserves23.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -35.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 6
  • BETSY BATHURST — BOARD MEMBER
  • DON MEYER — BOARD MEMBER
  • FRED WELCH — BOARD MEMBER
  • JAMIE KOHN — BOARD MEMBER
  • JAY KING — BOARD MEMBER
  • RICHARD ESPOSITO — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • BJ’s Partner — Provided donations that enabled the Olean Food Pantry to extend its holiday turkey distribution beyond Thanksgiving.
  • Bethany Lutheran Church Partner — Provides space in its parking lot for the Olean Food Pantry's indoor shopper-choice distribution.
  • Canticle Farms Partner — Partner nonprofit providing surplus fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs to stock Olean Food Pantry’s produce shelves.
  • FeedMore WNY Partner — Partner organization providing support to help Olean Food Pantry serve local food insecurity.
  • FeedMore WNY Partner — Partnership enabling wholesale food purchasing at nonprofit rates.
  • FeedMore of Western New York Partner — Partner organization that helps the Olean Food Pantry stretch monetary donations to purchase needed food items.
  • Feeding America Network — Member of the national food bank network to expand food access and distribution capacity.
  • Food Bank of WNY Partner — Collaborates on the Baby Needs Program to provide diaper assistance.
  • PayPal Government — Platform used for processing tax-deductible donations to the Olean Food Pantry.
  • Walmart in Olean, NY Partner — Provided donations that enabled the Olean Food Pantry to extend its holiday turkey distribution beyond Thanksgiving.
  • Western New York Partner — Community served and engaged in partnerships to address food insecurity.
  • grocers Partner — Alliances with grocers to rescue surplus food and reduce waste.
  • local farmers Partner — Partners with local farmers to source fresh produce for distribution.
  • local grocers Partner — Partners with local grocers to restock fresh eggs and produce.
  • local nonprofits Partner — Collaborates with local nonprofits to combine resources and expertise in addressing food insecurity.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Client-Choice Model
    methodology: client_choice_model
    By allowing individuals to select their own food items, the pantry increases dignity and engagement, leading to more appropriate utilization and reduced waste because autonomy in food selection respects personal dietary needs and cultural preferences.
  • Community Empowerment Through Collaboration
    methodology: community_empowerment
    By partnering with local organizations and leveraging collective action, the pantry builds community ownership and shared responsibility, which strengthens sustainability and systemic change because long-term solutions require unified, locally-driven efforts.
  • Dignity-Centered Service Delivery
    methodology: dignity-centered_service
    By providing food assistance in a way that honors client dignity, the organization fosters trust and engagement, supporting both immediate relief and emotional well-being because respectful service strengthens client relationships and reduces stigma.
  • Integrated Support Services
    methodology: integrated_support_services
    By combining food distribution with nutrition education, diaper provision, community gardening, and mobile delivery, the organization addresses the multifaceted nature of food insecurity because wraparound services increase access and promote long-term self-sufficiency.
  • Volunteer-Run Operational Model
    methodology: volunteer_run_model
    By operating with 100% volunteer labor, the organization maximizes financial efficiency and community engagement, directing more resources toward food and outreach because local participation strengthens both program sustainability and social cohesion.