By Communications Department - Archdiocese of Miami
Miami, FL (November 20, 2025) – Catholic Charities, which serves nearly 2,000 families through its local food pantry Mathew 25, is issuing an urgent request for donations following a significant decline in protein items received over recent weeks. Essential items such as beef, poultry, fish, and pork—critical sources of nutrition for the community—have dropped sharply, creating an immediate need ahead of the pantry’s upcoming distribution dates.
Despite outreach to food bank partners, staff have been informed that no protein supplies are currently available for distribution. With more than 30 pallets of cold storage capacity on site, the pantry is prepared to receive and safely store large quantities of frozen protein and other food products. The organization is seeking connections with corporate donors or suppliers who may be able to assist with urgent or ongoing protein donations.
In addition to protein, the following high impact and non-perishable items would make the greatest difference for families served: milk, beans, pasta, rice, snacks, cereal, canned goods, water
The next food distribution will take place on December 6, and contributions ahead of that date will greatly support the pantry’s mission.
Organizations or individuals interested in donating food or linking Catholic Charities with potential corporate partners are encouraged to contact Anaderky Macias at 954-540-8967 or [email protected].
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About Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami, Inc: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami has been providing social services in South Florida since 1931. Today we provide a variety of services within Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties. We help and support over 11,000 individuals annually through services for the elderly; shelter and care for unaccompanied children and youth; food and nutrition, early childhood education; parenting education services, housing services for individuals and families; homelessness prevention services; counseling and substance abuse treatment; and acculturation services for refugees and new entrants.
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