How to Use our Food Bank

Asking for help can sometimes be difficult to do, but getting food at our food bank store is free, simple, and confidential. Our services are intended to provide a 5-day supply of emergency food and meant to supplement other sources of food. There is no eligibility criteria to shop at the food bank, and you can use our store once every two weeks. If you need extra help, please let us know.

How to use the food bank in three easy steps:

Step 1:

When you arrive, we will ask you to fill out a simple form. Your personal information will remain confidential. Include members of your household, except for roommates. Roommates need to fill out their own forms. You will receive a card with a number to hold your place in line.

Step 2:

When it is your turn, we will call your number and spend a few moments with you to explain how our store works. We will also share information about other resources that may be of assistance to you and/or your family. Our store follows a limit system, meaning that the quantities of different items you take depend on your household size. You will be given a color-coded card that will guide you through the limits in our store.

Step 3:

Our store includes nonperishable food, fresh produce, dairy products, Once you have completed shopping, our volunteers will weigh your cart out and you will be good to go!

It’s easy! Please feel free to call ahead if you have any other questions or you can ask any of our staff or volunteers when you arrive.

Additional things to remember:

We will do our best to accommodate food allergies and sensitivities. Please let the staff know if you need to make substitutions.

Belgrade services:

We offer a mobile food distribution service in Belgrade twice a month. All the details can be found on our Area Food Assistance page.
We supply a food pantry of nonperishables at the Belgrade Community Library, available during their open hours.