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Anita Food Pantry
Open on the first and third Saturday of the month from 9:00-11:00 AM.
208 Chestnut Street
Anita, IA 50020
Anita, IA 50020
712-762-3645
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Cass
Avoca Food Pantry
Located at the United Church of Avoca, back of the building.
United Church of Avoca
304 N Elm Street
Avoca, IA 51521
304 N Elm Street
Avoca, IA 51521
712-343-6945
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Care and Share House, Inc.
Care and Share House is a free food pantry and free store for clothing and household items, with two locations in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
712-323-4889
712-256-7535
712-256-7535
Categories: Childcare/Youth Programs, Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Carter Lake Community Presbyterian Pantry
Call 712-347-5719 on 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 10:00AM - 2:00PM for pickup on 1st and 3rd Wednesday.
Carter Lake Community Presbyterian Church
3030 N 9th Street
Carter Lake, IA 51510
3030 N 9th Street
Carter Lake, IA 51510
712-347-5719
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Cass County General Assistance
Who Qualifies for General Relief Assistance? Cass County General Relief Assistance provides assistance to residents of Cass County, Iowa who are needy and poor and in need of immediate assistance and who cannot obtain assistance from any other source.
5 West 7th St.
Atlantic, IA 50022
Atlantic, IA 50022
712-243-4424
Counties: Cass
Cass County Resource Guide
Cass County's Urgent Need Community Resource Guide has been updated as of January 2023.
Catholic Charities - Des Moines
If you are a victim of human trafficking, or are concerned for someone else, please call 888-612-0266.
601 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
Des Moines, IA 50309
515-244-3761
Christ Cupboard Community Food Pantry
Christ Cupboard is faithfully supported by many churches in Montgomery County, Fareway, and numerous compassionate individuals.
206 East Coolbaugh Street
Red Oak, IA 51566
Red Oak, IA 51566
712-623-2195
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Montgomery
Community of Christ Thrift Store and Food Pantry
Make an appointment the day before pick up Monday-Friday 9:00-11:00AM.
17 North 2nd Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
712-328-8122
Categories: Food Assistance, Seasonal Programs/Misc.
Counties: Pottawattamie
Crescent Food Pantry
Open Tuesday 5:00 - 7:00PM and Saturday 1:00 - 3:00PM.
Crescent Food Pantry
720 Old Lincoln Highway
Crescent, IA 51526
720 Old Lincoln Highway
Crescent, IA 51526
712-545-9031
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Cumberland Care & Share Food Pantry
First and third Wednesday, 4:00-5:30 PM.
317 Monroe St
Cumberland, IA 50843
Cumberland, IA 50843
712-774-5818
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Cass
Department of Human Services - Atlantic
We assist with Food Assistance, Medicaid, Family Investment Program, Child Care Assistance, Child Welfare, and Adult Services.
601 Walnut Street
Atlantic, IA 50022
Atlantic, IA 50022
712-243-4401
Counties: Cass
Department of Human Services - Council Bluffs
We assist with Food Assistance, Medicaid, Family Investment Program, Child Care Assistance, Child Welfare, and Adult Services.
417 E Kanesville Blvd
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
712-328-5661
Toll Free: 866-788-1805
Toll Free: 866-788-1805
Department of Human Services - Logan
We assist with Food Assistance, Medicaid, Family Investment Program, Child Care Assistance, Child Welfare, and Adult Services.
204 East 6th St.
PO Box 189
Logan, IA 51546
PO Box 189
Logan, IA 51546
712-644-2460
Toll Free: 800-326-7732
Toll Free: 800-326-7732
Department of Human Services - Red Oak
Helping victims of child abuse is more than just a desire, it is our lifetime commitment.
1109 Highland Ave
Ste A
Red Oak, IA 51566
Ste A
Red Oak, IA 51566
712-623-4838
Toll Free: 888-623-4838
Toll Free: 888-623-4838
Counties: Montgomery, Page
Dunlap Community Food Pantry
Open Tuesday 3:00-7:00PM and Saturday 10:00AM-2:00PM.
Dunlap Community Food Pantry
714 Iowa Avenue
Dunlap, IA 51529
714 Iowa Avenue
Dunlap, IA 51529
712-592-0549
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Harrison
First Baptist Church of Council Bluffs Food Pantry
Monday 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon.
540 First Avenue
PO Box 1969
Council Bluffs, IA 51502
PO Box 1969
Council Bluffs, IA 51502
712-322-2569
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Food Bank for the Heartland
Food Bank for the Heartland operates its own programs that serve vulnerable populations directly.
10525 J St.
Omaha, NE 68117
Omaha, NE 68117
402-331-1213 x125
Food Bank of Siouxland Mobile Pantry Program - Mapleton
Food to You: a food pantry on wheels.
1313 11th Street
Sioux City, IA 51105
Sioux City, IA 51105
712-255-9741
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Monona
Fresh Eats - Clarinda Regional Health Center
Formerly known as Meals on Wheels, Fresh Eats is intended for home-bound residents who are disabled or cannot drive to buy groceries or go out to dinner.
220 Essie Davison Dr
Clarinda, IA 51632
Clarinda, IA 51632
712-542-8261
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Page
Gethsemane Presbyterian Church - Food Pantry
Walk-in assistance Mon and Thursday, 9:00 - 10:30AM.
Gethsemane Presbyterian Church
224 Wallace Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
224 Wallace Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
712-366-2513
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Good Time Charlies
Good Time Charlie's offers a hot meal to Seniors daily from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
620 Whittier
Whiting, IA 51063
Whiting, IA 51063
712-455-2225
Categories: Food Assistance, Senior Programs
Counties: Monona
Harrison County Food Pantry
A Ministry of the Churches of Harrison County.
2102 Liberty Avenue
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
712-642-2598
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Harrison
Harrison County Veterans Affairs
Appointments are highly recommended.
301 N 6th Ave
Logan, IA 51546
Logan, IA 51546
712-644-2760
Counties: Harrison
Heart Ministry Center
Providing food, healthcare, and a way forward to people severely affected by poverty in the Omaha area.
2222 Binney Street
Omaha, NE 68110
Omaha, NE 68110
402-451-2321
Counties: Pottawattamie
Iowa Farmers Market Nutrition Program
The Iowa Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) consists of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) FMNP and the Senior FMNP.
Iowa Food Assistance Employment & Training Program
Iowa's Food Assistance Employment & Training program is a voluntary program for Food Assistance recipients.
515-281-3131
Lords Cupboard of Griswold
Visits permitted as needed; enough food for 1 week provided.
100 Cass Street
Griswold, IA 51535
Griswold, IA 51535
712-778-4178
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Cass
Matthews House Food Pantry
The basement of the United Methodist Church of Mondamin serves as the home for a food pantry in western Iowa.
301 Vine Street
Mondamin, IA 51557
Mondamin, IA 51557
Categories: Food Assistance
Meals on Wheels - Council Bluffs
Meals delivered to home-bound, elderly 60+ years of age, within city limits; or disabled individuals meeting qualifications (including physician recommendation).
231 S. Main St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
800-432-9209
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Mills County Storehouse Food Pantry
Thrift and consignment store, food pantry, for Mills County residents.
405 Nuckolls Street
Glenwood, IA 51534
Glenwood, IA 51534
712-527-5141
Categories: Basic Needs, Food Assistance
Counties: Mills
MOHMs Place Meal Site
Provides 90,000 meals each year to single men, women, children, and families who are experiencing food insecurity.
1434 N 15th St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
712-256-3940
Categories: Food Assistance, Housing/Shelters
Monona County Food Pantry Directory
View our directory compiled by Monona County Public Health.
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Monona
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital Mobile Meals
The MCMH Meals on Wheels Program delivers meals to Montgomery County residents, Monday through Friday.
2301 Eastern Ave.
Red Oak, IA 51566
Red Oak, IA 51566
712-623-7253
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Montgomery
Neola Minden Area Food Pantry
Open first three Saturdays of the month from 10AM to Noon.
United Church of Christ
106 Lincoln St
Minden, IA 51553
106 Lincoln St
Minden, IA 51553
402-968-5357
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Open Door Mission's Council Bluffs Family Outreach/Donation Center
Our process for consumers is different due to social distancing; shopping is open from 11 am to 3 pm Tuesday through Saturday.
1612 Avenue D
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Open Door Mission's Elkhorn Family Outreach/Donation Center
Our process for consumers is different due to social distancing; shopping is open from 11 am to 3 pm Tuesday through Saturday.
1620 N 203rd St
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Open Door Mission’s Timberlake Outreach Center
Our process for consumers is different due to social distancing; shopping is open from 11 am to 3 pm Tuesday through Saturday.
2107 E Locust St.
Omaha, NE 68110
Omaha, NE 68110
402-829-1560
Open Door Mission’s Garland Thompson Men’s Center
Emergency services for men in need of immediate assistance.
2705 N 20th St E
Omaha, NE 68110
Omaha, NE 68110
402-829-1500 x2100
Open Door Mission’s Lydia House
Open Door Mission's Lydia House Overflow Shelter provides emergency services for single women and single mothers in need of immediate assistance: food, shelter, clothing and other basic needs.
2809 N 20th St. East
Omaha, NE 68110
Omaha, NE 68110
402-829-1545
Our Savior's Lutheran Food & Pet Food Pantry
Open Thursdays 11:00AM - 3:00PM by appointment.
313 Story Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
712-322-6655
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Riverside Food Pantry - Oakland
Oakland Christian Church houses the Riverside Food Pantry; enter through the northeast door of the building.
Oakland Christian Church
603 Pioneer Ave
Oakland, IA 51560
603 Pioneer Ave
Oakland, IA 51560
712-482-6240
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Salvation Army
Open by appointment only for fans, food pantry, diaper and formula pantry, and financial assistance.
715 N 16th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
712-328-2088
Shenandoah Food Pantry
Our Community Food Pantry serves those with addresses in Shenandoah, Essex, Farragut, Blanchard, Coin, and Northboro.
1209 Fifth Avenue
Shenandoah, IA 51601
Shenandoah, IA 51601
712-246-2093
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Page
SNAP Outreach
SNAP helps low-income people buy the food, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, they need for good health.
877-347-5678
Categories: Food Assistance
Southside Christian Church Food Pantry
Open Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 - 10:30AM.
Southside Christian Church
1919 S 10th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
1919 S 10th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
712-323-7326
712-322-8122
712-322-8122
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
St Joseph Emergency Family Center - Catholic Charities
Emergency Family Shelter has five rooms and it's first call, first served with no waiting list.
1535 11th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
Des Moines, IA 50314
515-282-1235
St Mary's Family Center - Catholic Charities
Distributes more than 8,500 food boxes each year to an average of 600 families each month.
1815 Hubbell Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50136
Des Moines, IA 50136
515-262-7290
515-262-7800
515-262-7800
St Vincent De Paul of Des Moines
We provide groceries through our food pantry as well as clothing, furniture, and financial assistance.
520 Army Post Rd
Des Moines, IA 50314
Des Moines, IA 50314
515-282-8328
Summer Meal Program- Council Bluffs Community School District
Will begin on June 1 and run through July 31.
Council Bluffs Community School District
300 W Broadway
Ste 1600
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
300 W Broadway
Ste 1600
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
712-328-6446
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
TLC Community Food & Clothing Pantry - Walnut
Open every Thursday 4:00-6:00PM excluding holidays.
415 Antique City Drive
Walnut, IA 51577
Walnut, IA 51577
712-249-2592
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
Together Choice Food Pantry
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1:00 - 5:00PM
Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 - 7:00PM
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Together Inc.
3415 W Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
3415 W Broadway
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
712-308-7023
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Pottawattamie
West Central Community Action Cass County Outreach
Food Pantry, Clothing Room, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Weatherization, Senior Aide Employment, Head Start, WIC, Family Development Self-Sufficiency programs.
304 Chestnut
Atlantic, IA 50022
Atlantic, IA 50022
712-243-5421
Counties: Cass
West Central Community Action Fremont County Outreach
Food Pantry, Low Income Home Energy Program(LIHEAP), Weatherization, utility assistance, Senior Aide Employment, Head Start, and Child Care referrals.
910 Illinois St.
PO Box 518
Sidney, IA 51652
PO Box 518
Sidney, IA 51652
712-374-3367
Counties: Fremont
West Central Community Action Harrison County Outreach
Food Pantry, Free Clothing, Low Income Home Energy Program/Weatherization Program, Senior Aid Program, Head Start Programs, WIC, and Child Care referrals.
107 N. 4th Avenue Ste 7
Logan, IA 51546
Logan, IA 51546
712-644-3388
Counties: Harrison
West Central Community Action Mills County Outreach
Food Pantry, Low Income Home Energy Program(LIHEAP)/Weatherization, Clothing Room, Utility Assistance, Senior Aide Employment, Head Start, WIC, and Child Care referrals.
313 Main Street
Malvern, IA 51551
Malvern, IA 51551
712-624-8172
Counties: Mills
West Central Community Action Monona County Outreach
Provides client intake, client assessment, client referrals, and coordinates with other community resources.
801-B 10th Street
Onawa, IA 51040
Onawa, IA 51040
712-423-2603
Counties: Monona
West Central Community Action Montgomery County Outreach
Emergency food assistance, weatherization, Clothing Room, LIHEAP, utility assistance, WIC, Head Start, Senior Aide Employment and child care referrals.
1109 Highland Ave.
Red Oak, IA 51566
Red Oak, IA 51566
712-623-2339
Counties: Montgomery
West Central Community Action Page County Outreach
Food Pantry, Clothing Room, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Weatherization, Senior Aide Employment, Head Start, WIC, and Child Care referrals.
500 1/2 N. Broad Street
Shenandoah, IA 51601
Shenandoah, IA 51601
712-246-2585
Counties: Page
West Central Community Action Shelby County Outreach Center
Open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm to residents of Shelby County.
1017 7th St.
Harlan, IA 51537
Harlan, IA 51537
712-755-5602
Counties: Shelby
Woodbine Community Food Pantry Outreach Center
Open to all Harrison County residents, age 18 and over, with proper ID.
76 Fifth Street
PO Box 255
Woodbine, IA 51579
PO Box 255
Woodbine, IA 51579
Categories: Food Assistance
Counties: Harrison
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