We found 15 food pantries listed for Statesville, North Carolina. Call before you go to confirm hours and what to bring. You can also see Food banks in Iredell County, North Carolina.
Salvation Army Food Pantry Locations
We have located 2 Salvation Army Food Pantry locations in Statesville, North Carolina. You can also check your eligibility.
The Salvation Army - Statesville, NC
Phone: (704) 872-5623
Address: 1361 Caldwell St, Statesville, NC 28677. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
Services provided :
- Camping Activities
- Character Building Programs
- Christian Education
- Day Camp Activities
- Emergency Financial Assistance
- Men's Ministries
- Music & Arts Programs
- Seasonal Services
- Store
- Visitation Services
- Women's Ministries
- Worship Services - Children's / Teen
- Worship Services - Church
- Worship Services - Sunday School
- Worship Services - Young Adult
- Worship Services - Youth Ministries
Appointments :
Call (704) 872-5623 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
The Salvation Army Statesville - Emergency Food Pantry
Phone: (704) 872-5623
Address: 1361 Caldwell Ave, Statesville, NC 28677. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
If you need food for yourself or your family, The Salvation Army Emergency Food Pantry is here to help. We provide emergency food at the Statesville Salvation Army, located at 1361 Caldwell Street. Households in need of food may receive assistance once every 30 days. The amount of food each household receives is based on the number of individuals in the family/household and availability.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 872-5623 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Cities:
- Statesville
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Church Food Pantry Locations
We have located 1 Church Food Pantry locations in Statesville, North Carolina. You can also check your eligibility.
Our Lady of Consolation Church
Address: 1235 Badger Ct, Charlotte, NC 28206. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: Closed
- Tues: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
- Wed: Closed
- Thurs: Closed
- Fri: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
We are a Beacon of Hope, as an outreach ministry, to those who are in need of food in times of emergency. We also direct them to other agencies which may provide further assistance. The pantry is supported by generous donations from our church members, the Diocese of Charlotte and other Catholic churches. Food is distributed on Tuesdays and Fridays by appointment only.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Help Residents of Counties:
- Cabarrus
- Chester
- Gaston
- Iredell
- Lancaster
- Lincoln
- Mecklenburg
- Rowan
- Union
- York
Catholic Charities Food Pantry Locations
We have located 1 Catholic Charities Food Pantry locations in Statesville, North Carolina. You can also check your eligibility.
St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church Food Closet
Phone: (704) 872-2579
Address: 525 Camden Dr, Statesville, NC 28677. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 872-2579 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Cities:
- Statesville
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Food Pantry Locations
We have located 11 Food Pantry locations in Statesville, North Carolina. You can also check your eligibility.
Mercy Matters
Phone: (704) 756-9539
Address: 300 Eagle Bend Dr, Waxhaw, NC 28173. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tues: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wed: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thurs: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Fri: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
Mercy Matters works to provide the mercy of fresh water, basic food, clothing, beds, and other necessities in North Carolina, South Carolina and abroad. Our goals are pretty simple. We try to go where God leads us and provide basic necessities. Our focus is on children and families. We work primarily around Charlotte, NC, Charleston, SC and Nicaragua.
Services provided :
- food pantry
- baby supplies
- baby clothes
- clothing
- furniture
- supplies for school
- toys & gifts
Appointments :
Call (704) 756-9539 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Cabarrus
- Chester
- Gaston
- Iredell
- Lancaster
- Lincoln
- Mecklenburg
- Rowan
- Union
- York
- Berkeley
- Charleston
- Dorchester
The Christian Mission
Phone: (704) 664-2357
Address: 266 N Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tues: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wed: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thurs: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Fri: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
Choices Community Pantry Program provides our clients with the ability to select their own food instead of receiving pre-packed or standard bags of groceries. With this new process, clients have the opportunity to choose items their families prefers and can meet their needs for health or personal reasons.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 664-2357 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Mooresville Soup Kitchen
Address: 275 S Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: Closed
- Tues: Closed
- Wed: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
- Thurs: Closed
- Fri: Closed
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
The MSK Pantry is your opportunity to receive canned goods, dry goods, clothing and toiletries. Please bring your own bags or boxes for your food. We also offer delivery for those who are unable to come to the pantry.
At least 2 days before coming to your first MSK Pantry, please fill out the Eligibility Form found on our website. You'll need to print it, fill it out in full, and turn it in to Judith Thomas at MSK. Upon receiving your Eligibility Form, we will determine if you are approved and give you a MSK Pantry Card. Please bring your MSK Pantry Card with you each time you visit MSK Pantry to expedite the process.
Please line up at the side entrance of Mooresville Soup Kitchen. You may line up starting at 1:00 PM.
Services provided :
- food delivery
- food pantry
- clothing
- personal care items
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Yokefellow Ministry Oof Greater Statesville
Phone: (704) 872-7677
Address: 1380 Shelton Ave, Statesville, NC 28677. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: Closed
- Tues: 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
- Wed: 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
- Thurs: 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
- Fri: 11:30 AM - 02:30 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
The Helping Center of Yokefellow Ministry Of Greater Statesville provides:
• A Food Pantry
• Financial Assistance
• Clothing Vouchers
Our food pantry provides food boxes filled with various items, such as canned food, meats, produce, and juice, depending on the resources available.
The food pantry is open during regular business hours for client applications but we are always willing to step in for emergencies.
Services provided :
- emergency food
- food pantry
- financial assistance
Appointments :
Call (704) 872-7677 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Hearts and Hands Food Pantry
Phone: (704) 885-5828ext
Address: 202 S Old Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: Closed
- Tues: Closed
- Wed: Closed
- Thurs: 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM EST
- Fri: 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM EST
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
The Hearts and Hands Food Pantry exists to provide temporary and emergency food aid to individuals and families in Huntersville and the greater Charlotte area. We not only provide for food needs, but to also stock personal care items and baby care items which tend to be sacrificed first in financial crisis.
If you cannot make regular service hours, you can call to make an appointment.
Services provided :
- emergency food
- food pantry
- baby supplies
- personal care items
Appointments :
Call (704) 885-5828ext to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Cabarrus
- Chester
- Gaston
- Iredell
- Lancaster
- Lincoln
- Mecklenburg
- Rowan
- Union
- York
The Christian Mission
Phone: (704) 664-2357
Address: 266 N Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tues: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wed: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thurs: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Fri: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
Food Pantry provides three to five days bags of food directly to families and individuals who have a place to live but not enough food. These packages are designed to provide nutritionally balanced meals. Pantries are a key source of emergency food security for the working poor and for those whose food stamp benefits run out before months end.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 664-2357 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
RiverLife Fellowship
Phone: (704) 664-3540
Address: 2487 Charlotte Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117. Get Directions
Listed hours, call to confirm:
- Mon: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tues: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wed: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thurs: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Fri: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
The Father’s Table Food Bank Program provides food and clothing for those who are in need.
Contact us at 704-664-3540 for more information.
Services provided :
- food pantry
- clothing
Appointments :
Call (704) 664-3540 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Hiddenite Community Helpers Food Pantry
Phone: (828) 320-5269
Address: 45 Fire Department Ct, Hiddenite, NC 28636. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
Mission: To alleviate the impact of hunger in our community by providing food and basic needs. Food Pantry: Tue & Thur 4pm-6pm
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (828) 320-5269 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Cities:
- Hiddenite
Help Residents of Counties:
- Alexander
Iredell Christian Ministries
Phone: (704) 924-6700
Address: 752 Old Salisbury Rd, Statesville, NC 28677. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
Iredell Christian Ministries (ICM) has been helping people in need throughout Iredell County since they opened their doors in 2007. During 2005 and 2006, the downtown churches in Statesville were noticing a steady increase in individuals coming directly to church offices requesting food, clothing and financial assistance for shelter, transportation, utility bills and medications. Churches and agencies in the area could not keep up with the need. Leaders from several churches began working together to develop a way that they could consolidate services and funds to meet the needs. The result was a volunteer-run organization which would work with the families on a one-on-one basis, keep track of their needs and current status and assist with crisis needs as well as long term needs. By drawing volunteers from fifteen church congregations and the community at large, and by developing a relationship with the Second Harvest Food Bank of NW North Carolina and with donated funds along with the assistance of local grocery stores, ICM was born. ICM was originally set up to assist 100 families a month. Today, Iredell Christian Ministries serves close to 800 families per month!
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 924-6700 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Cities:
- Statesville
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Matthew 25 Ministries
Phone: (704) 546-5859
Address: 105 E Memorial Hwy, Harmony, NC 28634. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
Matthew 25 Ministries is a food pantry and clothing closet serving the North Iredell Community.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 546-5859 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Cities:
- Harmony
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
Diakonos Inc.
Phone: (704) 872-4045
Address: 1421 Fifth St, Statesville, NC 28677. Get Directions
Hours: Call for hours
Diakonos, Inc. was organized in Burnsville, NC in September 1988. The intention was to provide for the basic needs of homeless and impoverished persons. Gary and Patti West, founders of the organization, agreed that the basic necessities of life including nourishing food, safe shelter, freedom from abuse, and an opportunity to move towards self-reliance. In 1990, the organization moved to Statesville, NC to operate an emergency shelter, a winter shelter and a domestic violence shelter. Over the years, the programs have developed, expanded and changed to incorporate and address the needs of those individuals seeking assistance. The Open Door Clinic was born in 1993 and operated as a free medical/dental clinic until 2007. The Molly McKay Children's Program developed in 1998 and ran until 2008 when it was incorporated into the Boys and Girls Club. The Soup Kitchen came under the auspices of Diakonos in 1992 and today serves three meals per day, seven days per week. Today, a night shelter, emergency shelter/transitional housing, soup kitchen outreach program for the homeless mentally ill, nurse clinic, educational programs, therapeutic opportunities, services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault including safe shelter, victim advocacy with in the judicial system, hospital accompaniment, group and individual counseling are the primary services offered. The needs are great and the solutions are often difficult. We continue to work through a variety of avenues to creatively address the multitude of needs and walk with our residents to a more stable, productive place in their lives. Soup kitchen: Our kitchen is open twice daily to all in need. Additionally, we provide a breakfast for everybody in transitional housing and night shelters. The nutritious food provided is vital to the health of homeless children and adults and especially to persons who abuse alcohol and/or drugs who likely would not get adequate nutrition from any other source.
Services provided :
- food pantry
Appointments :
Call (704) 872-4045 to ask about hours, whether you need an appointment, and what to bring.
Help Residents of Cities:
- Statesville
Help Residents of Counties:
- Iredell
A number of food banks, soup kitchens for hot meals and free emergency food pantries in Statesville, North Carolina distribute groceries to individuals or families who are in some form of an emergency situation.
There are also meals, free bags of food, personal toiletries and household goods for low to moderate income families from food pantries near you.
Distribution centers can include churches, non-profit organizations, community action agencies, and many other local charities as well as non-profits.
Salvation Army Food Pantry
The Salvation Army is dedicated to eliminating food insecurity.
The Salvation Army offers free food help through local centers. Contact the branch nearest Statesville, North Carolina to confirm hours and requirements. The charity organization is involved in feeding millions of families each year, with a large percentage of those assisted being children as well as the elderly.
Church Food Pantry
A number of churches around Statesville, North Carolina have food pantries for those in their neighborhoods who are in need of food items.
Church pantries often rely on food donations gathered through food drives.
Some churches also deliver food items to older adults who are unable to drive to a nearby community food pantry. Please contact your local church directly.
Catholic Charities Food Pantry
Resources provided by Catholic Charities organizations can include help with food, holiday, and immigration needs.
Families of all religions, backgrounds, and cultures can contact Catholic Charities centers for help.
Catholic Charities locations in and around Statesville, North Carolina may offer groceries, food boxes, and items to prepare a meal. Hours and walk-in rules vary, so call before you go.
Some of these food pantries work like grocery stores, letting clients choose the items they need from the groceries available on site.
First-time clients may need to fill out a short application with basic household information.
Helping Hands Food Pantry
Some independent food pantries use the Helping Hands name. Any Helping Hands pantries we have listed around Statesville, North Carolina appear on this page.
Food supplies, hours, and services differ from one pantry to the next, so call before you go.
These pantries often rely on donations and volunteers from their local communities.
Find a local helping hands food pantry open near you.
Mobile Food Pantry
Mobile food pantries bring free food directly to families in need in communities around Statesville, North Carolina, often during large one-day distributions.
Some mobile pantries hand out pre-packed boxes, while others let you shop market-style.
Mobile food pantries usually visit churches, community centers, schools, shopping centers, and other convenient locations. They usually go to areas where there aren't grocery stores or other food pantries.
Mobile Food Pantry Schedule 2026
Unlike traditional food pantries where you go to them, mobile pantry trucks come to you. Food banks sometimes have an online mobile food pantry schedule.
Mobile food pantries often visit a community once a week or once a month. There may be last-minute cancellations or changes, so recheck the mobile food pantry schedule before you plan to go.
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
Some St. Vincent de Paul food pantries around Statesville, North Carolina may operate much like a grocery store, where people in need can choose their own food.
Services vary by location, so call the pantry near you to ask what is available.
Food Pantry Delivery Program
Some food banks run delivery programs that bring food and other products to partner agencies in more remote areas. Ask a food pantry around Statesville, North Carolina whether delivery is available near you.
Drive-thru Food Pantries
Drive-thru food pantries are a convenient and efficient way to distribute food to neighbors in need. Many are open to anyone who needs help with food, but rules vary by location, so call ahead if you can.
Who can visit a drive-thru pantry?
Drive-thru pantries are generally open to anyone who needs help getting food. Requirements vary, so check with the pantry before you go.
You may be asked to provide:
- Your zip code, and
- Number of people in your household.
You usually do not need an appointment. Drive-thru pantries are generally first-come, first-served, so plan to arrive early because lines can fill quickly and popular items may run out.
How do drive-thru pantries work?
Volunteers and staff manage the distribution line. Here is how most drive-thru pantries operate:
Staff and volunteers direct visitors to the distribution area.
Visitors pull up in their car and are guided into a clearly marked queue. Staff move cars forward to keep the line moving quickly.
Check-in.
You may be asked about your zip code, household size or income for the pantry's records.
Food is loaded into your car.
Pre-packed bags of food — typically including shelf-stable items like pasta, canned fruit, and peanut butter, as well as fresh produce and meats — are loaded by volunteers directly into your trunk.
Pet Food Pantry
Some pet owners give up their pets because they cannot afford to care for them. Pet food pantries help fill a gap left by assistance programs such as SNAP, which cannot be used to buy pet food.
Pet food pantries may provide free pet food for a limited time to pet owners who cannot afford to feed their pets in Statesville, North Carolina.
Who is eligible for a pet food pantry?
Rules vary by pantry, but many help people who are:
- All ages, races and marital status
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Retired, living on social security or other limited income
- Physically or mentally disabled
- Experiencing homelessness or housing instability
Tips for Visiting a Food Pantry
Show up early.
This is very important. This means you will be first in line and have a chance to get the items that are sought after and in limited quantities such as fresh produce, dairy and frozen food.
You don't usually need to show up hours ahead of time but coming at least an hour before is usually a good idea.
Remember all documentation.
Some food pantries require documentation to prove who you are, and in some cases, where you live.
This is to make sure people are not coming more than they are allowed or using fake names to do so. Call ahead of time to find out what documentation is needed.
This is often a photo ID and a piece of mail that verifies your address.
Use several food banks.
Using more than one food bank (when available) is smart because you may be able to get something at one that you may not get at another.
For instance, one may have a deal with a local gardener that gives them their extras. This may mean this food bank has more produce.
Eligible for other programs?
Ask your Department of Social Services office if you are eligible for other assistance programs to supplement your household’s food supply.
They can easily tell you if you can apply for WIC (Women, Infants, and Children), USDA Commodities or SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.
Ask about extras.
If you have special needs for infants or special diets, the pantries may be able to assist you.
Many times, they can help with diapers, baby formula, baby food, personal hygiene products, and even special diet items like gluten free or sugar free foods.
Go on different days of the week.
Depending on the food pantry, they may be open only one or two days a week or they may be open all seven days. When you have a choice, going midweek is often best as it is less crowded.
Be polite to workers.
Nearly everyone at a food bank is a volunteer. Be polite to the workers there as they often deal with highly emotional situations.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry?
Independent community food pantries are self-governing and usually distribute food to their clients on a once-a-month basis. A food bank is the storehouse for millions of pounds of food and other products that go out to the community. A food pantry functions as the arms that reach out to that community directly.
2. What kind of food is at a food pantry?
Food pantries typically provide shelf-stable items such as:
- Peanut butter
- Canned soup
- Canned fruit
- Canned vegetables
- Pasta
- Canned beans
- Canned stew
- Canned fish
3. Who can go to a food pantry?
Rules vary by food pantry. Many ask only that you say you need help, while others may ask for ID, proof of address, income information, or a referral. Call ahead to find out what to bring.
4. What is the difference between a food pantry and a soup kitchen?
A food pantry often provides food packages meant to last a few days to families that have a place to live, but not enough food. These packages are designed to provide nutritionally balanced meals. Soup kitchens serve individuals in need of a hot meal, the only meal of the day for many of them.
5. How does a food pantry work?
Food banks acquire large donations of food from the food industry and distribute it to organizations that feed hungry people. Those organizations then provide this food directly to families in need.