SNAP
Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), previously the food stamps program, permits eligible families to buy food at participating groceries.
For assistance with SNAP, please contact Jonnycake Social Services. Call (401) 377-8069, Option 1 or email our Social Services office at SocialServices@jonnycake.org.
SPLASH Program
The Summer Program Looking to Alleviate Student Hunger (SPLASH) runs during the summer months and over school vacations in order to ensure that students who receive free or reduced breakfast and lunch at school do not miss those meals when they are home. Eligible families living in Westerly, Hopkinton, Charlestown or Richmond are encouraged to sign up through the Jonnycake Center Social Services Department. Groceries are available for pick-up the week prior to vacations, or weekly during the summer.
The Power Pack program offers nutritious, delicious supplies for school-age children on weekends and holidays during the school year. This program is intended to supplement the nutrition of students who depend on access to meals at school. Eligible families living in Westerly, Hopkinton, Charlestown or Richmond are encouraged to sign up through the Jonnycake Center Social Services Department.
Adopt-a-Family Holiday Meals and Presents for Children
The Adopt-a-Family Program provides financial assistance during the holidays for our community. Assistance is made available so that clients can make their own unique and personal purchasing decisions that best suit the needs of their families. Registered clients receive gift cards to Westerly-area grocers and retailers so that they can purchase food, supplies, and gifts for children.
If you or your family can benefit from this program, contact our Social Services offic. Email SocialServices@jonnycake.org, call (401) 377-8069 and select Option 1, or visit the Social Services office during its operating hours.
To register as a Donor in support of the program, contact Lee Eastbourne, Executive Director, by October 25, 2021. Email holiday@jonnycake.org, call (401) 377-8069 x106, or visit our Thrift Store during its operating hours.
Birthday Presents for Children
Contact the Jonnycake Social Services office to learn about receiving a FREE birthday toy or present for your school-age child! Clients can take advantage of this new program that offers birthday presents in time for your kid’s birthday. Get in touch with us today! *Program valid while supplies last.
Coats and Gloves for Children
Every fall, winter coats, hats and mittens are distributed to children in need. If you would like to help or you know of a child who needs warm clothes for the winter, please contact the Social Services Department at (401) 377-8069 ext. 101.