Food & Nutrition Resources
Food pantries, SNAP benefits, WIC programs, community meals, and nutrition education services.
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Food pantries can help immediately. Most do not require appointments.
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SNAP (Food Stamps)
Monthly benefits loaded onto an EBT card to buy groceries at authorized stores. The largest federal nutrition assistance program.
Eligibility: Based on income, household size, and expenses
Apply: Your local SNAP office or online at state benefits portal
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
Nutrition assistance for pregnant women, new mothers, and children under 5. Provides specific healthy foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
Eligibility: Pregnant/postpartum women, infants, children under 5 at nutritional risk
Apply: Your local WIC clinic
School Meals Programs
Free and reduced-price breakfast and lunch for children in school. Many schools now offer universal free meals to all students.
Eligibility: Based on family income or school-wide eligibility
Apply: Through your child school
Community Food Resources
Food Pantries
Local food pantries distribute free groceries. Most have no income requirements and serve anyone in need. Some offer choice pantries where you select your own items.
Eligibility: Open to community members in need
Find: FeedingAmerica.org or call 211
Community Meals
Soup kitchens, church dinners, and community centers offer free hot meals. Great option when you need food immediately and have no way to prepare it.
Eligibility: Open to all
Find: Call 211 for locations and meal times
Senior Nutrition
Meals on Wheels
Home-delivered meals for seniors who have difficulty shopping or preparing food. Also provides social contact through regular delivery visits.
Eligibility: Generally 60+ with limited mobility or ability to prepare meals
Contact: MealsOnWheelsAmerica.org or local Area Agency on Aging
Senior Center Meals
Congregate meal programs at senior centers offer nutritious meals in a social setting. Often includes activities and wellness programs.
Eligibility: Age 60+
Contact: Your local senior center or Area Agency on Aging