Food Pantries and Meal Sites

Information last updated May 1, 2025.

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Antrim County


ANTRIM COUNTY BABY PANTRY

*Note: This location does not offer food.*

Physical Address: St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church – 209 Jefferson St, Mancelona MI 49659

Mailing Address:  PO Box 154, Central Lake, MI 49622

Contact Number: 231-492-7426 (during pantry hours)

Facebook: www.facebook.com/AntrimCountyBabyPantry 

Pantry Hours
Second & Fourth Thursday of the month* (January thru October) 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

November & December dates may change with holiday season – check our Facebook page for updated pantry dates

*This site closes if Mancelona Schools are closed due to weather. 

Requirements: No appointment required – walk-ins welcome. First time visitors to the pantry are asked to arrive before 2:00pm. Visitors may be asked to provide their name, county of residency, and the number of children in their household. 

Site Offerings:  We provide diapers, wipes, new and used clothing, shoes, blankets, books, outerwear, sunscreen, car seat vouchers, crib vouchers or Pack-n-plays.

Accessibility: Although this location is not fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments, we are committed to serving our community and providing our services in a way that best meets your needs —please contact us to make arrangements.


BELLAIRE FOOD PANTRY

205 E Broad St, Bellaire MI
231-533-8600 or 231-533-8973

Hours
Monday 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday 10 am – 12 noon

Usage: 1 time per month


CENTRAL LAKE COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY

1875 Main St, Central Lake MI
231-544-6878

Hours
Tuesday 5 pm – 7 pm
Friday 3 pm – 5 pm

Usage: 1 time per week. Central Lake Community Food Pantry is helping on a weekly basis due to the COVID-19 outbreak.


ELK RAPIDS BACKPACKS

707 E 3rd St, Elk Rapids MI
231-218-5682

Hours: Delivery only

Usage: Every Friday during the school year, follows the school holiday calendar


ELK RAPIDS COMMUNITY CUPBOARD FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: First Presbyterian Church of Elk Rapids – 404 Spruce St, Elk Rapids MI 49629
Contact Phone: 847-445-8239

Contact Email: erccfood@gmail.com 

Website: https://elkrapidscommunitycupboard.squarespace.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/communityfoodhelp

Hours:
Second & Fourth Tuesday of the month: 4:30pm-6:00pm

Second & Fourth Friday of the month: 8:30 am – 9:30 am

Site Offerings: Delivery is available to those in need and without transportation. If you would like to request a delivery, please send a message to erccfood@gmail.com. Assistive devices such as wheelchairs, canes, and walkers are available for those in need in the community – inventory may vary. 

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share their name,  total number of people in their household, number of children in household, veteran status, and their county of residency

Accessibility: Although this location is not fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments, we are committed to serving our community and providing our services in a way that best meets your needs —please contact us to make arrangements.


GOOD SAMARITAN FOOD PANTRY

9746 Main St, Ellsworth MI
231-588-2208

Hours
Tuesday: 10 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday – Friday: 10 am – 3:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 1:30 pm

Anyone who needs food is welcome.

Usage: We invite everyone to come 2x per month. Seniors can come as often as they desire.


KALKASKA AREA INTERFAITH RESOURCES (KAIR)

Physical Address: 324 S Cedar St, Kalkaska MI
Contact Phone: 231-258-0060

Website: https://www.kalkaskakairs.com/ 

Food Pantry Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 10:00am – 3:00pm

Site Offerings: This site offers utility assistance for residents of Kalkaska County. Residents must meet requirements for utility assistance services. 

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share their name, the total number of people in their household,  number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


KAIR LADLES OF LOVE MEAL SITE

Physical Address: 107 W. Third St, Kalkaska MI
Contact Phone: 231-258-0060

Meal Site Hours

Monday 11:00am – 1:00pm 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


MANCELONA FOOD PANTRY & RESALE

201 N Maple St, Mancelona MI
231-587-9606

Food Pantry Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am-3pm

Usage: 1 time per month for Antrim County residents

Resale Store Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am-3pm
Friday 9am-12pm


MANCELONA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MEAL PROGRAM

Physical Address: 117 Hinman St, Mancelona MI 49659

Mailing Address: PO Box 301, Mancelona, MI 49659

Contact Phone: 231-384-5784

Website: https://mancelonaumc.org/local-ministries/ 

Meal Hours
Tuesdays 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Site Offerings: Meals are served on-site with a community atmosphere. To-go meals are also available.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


STAR TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT

Physical Address: 6775 Alba Hwy, Alba MI
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Star-Township-Firefighters-Food-Pantry/

Food Pantry Hours
Thursday 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Site Offerings: This program is run as a curb-side pick-up. For emergency food needs outside of standard pantry hours, please reach out to set up an appointment. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


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BACN (BENZIE AREA CHRISTIAN NEIGHBORS) FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 2804 Benzie Hwy, Benzonia MI 49616
Contact Phone: 231-882-9544

Contact Email: info@benziebacn.org 

Website: www.benziebacn.org 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenzieBACN/ 

Hours
Monday to Thursday – 10:00am – 2:00pm 

Tuesday Nights – 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Friday – 10:00am – 12:00pm 

*If either Benzie County Central or Frankfort-Elberta Area schools are closed due to bad weather, BACN will also be closed. Holidays may also affect service hours. Please check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date info.

Site Offerings: We provide FOOD ASSISTANCE through our food pantry, Benzie Blessings in a Backpack (for youth), and the Senior Red Bags program. CLOTHING CENTER: Help meet the basic needs of neighbors through in-season clothing, kitchenware, towels and nonfood essentials. EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT: Offer a range of opportunities for neighbors wanting to complete or continue their education, including a GED program, a Benzie Area Adult Learner Fund, and job readiness and employment support services. EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE when unexpected needs arise.

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share their name, household income, the total number of people in their household, number of children in household, number of seniors in household, and their county of residency.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


THE BABY PANTRY AT ST. PHILIP’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Physical Address: 785 Beulah Hwy, Beulah, MI 49617
Contact Phone: 231-882-4506

Volunteer Director: Joy Foster (847) 274-3359

Website: https://stphilipsbeulah.org/baby-pantry/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BP.SPEC/

Pantry Hours

First and Third Saturday of the month, 10:00am – 3:00pm

Disclaimer: This listing is provided as a community resource – not all listings are Northwest Food Coalition members.


BENZIE FOOD PARTNERS FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 10907 Main St, Honor, MI 49640
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 598, Honor, MI 49640
Contact Phone: 231-325-2936

Pantry Hours
First and Third Thursday of the month, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Curbside distribution only. 

Site Offerings: This program is run as a curb-side pick-up.

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share the total number of people in their household,  number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


BENZIE FRIENDS RESOURCE FOOD PANTRY

1034 Michigan Ave, Benzonia MI
231-383-4300

Usage: 1 time per week


FRESH WINDS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 14595 Thompson Ave. Thompsonville, MI 49683
Contact Phone: 231-325-0344 opt. 2 

Website: www.freshwindchristiancommunity.org 

Facebook: Fresh Wind Food Pantry – Thompsonville | Thompsonville MI | Facebook

Pantry Hours

First & Third Tuesday of the month: 5:00pm – 7:30pm

Second & Fourth Tuesday of the month: 8:45am – 12:00pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share the total number of people in their household, number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


LAKE ANN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOOD PANTRY

6583 First St, Lake Ann MI
231-275-7236

Hours
Tuesday & Thursday 9 am – 12 noon
Wednesday 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Usage: 3 times per week, no residency requirements

Visit our website

Lake Ann United Methodist Church Food Pantry is currently allowing one family at a time in the pantry. Masks are required. Pantry is in the basement – please park in the back lot and come in!


Woodside Wesleyan Church Pantry

Physical Address: 6789 Ole White Road, Lake Ann, MI

Pantry Hours

First & Third Wednesday of the month 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share the total number of people in their household, number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, or veteran status.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


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ACTS FOOD PANTRY

8925 M-72 E, Williamsburg MI 49690
231-267-3002

Pantry Hours
Tuesday 5-7 pm
Wednesday 1-4 pm
Saturday 10 am – 1 pm

Pantry by appointment. Allowing 1 person to come into the pantry Effective June 1, 2021

Usage: 2 times per month, servicing Antrim, Grand Traverse, and Kalkaska counties


BUCKLEY FOOD PANTRY

*** Formerly Buckley Tabernacle Pantry ***

Our pantry encourages shopping in person and assisting with food choices. We do offer curbside pickup if someone prefers. Please text or call with any questions.

231-633-4720

Our food pantry has moved to 205 E Wexford Ave.

Pantry Hours
Thursdays 5-7pm
Saturdays 12noon-2pm

Usage: every other week

Our pantry encourages shopping in person and assisting with food choices. We do offer curbside pickup if someone prefers. Please text or call with any questions.


CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OUTREACH MEALS

Physical Address: 222 Cass St, Traverse City MI 49684
Contact Phone: 231-946-5191

Breakfast Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 10:30am

Lunch Hours
Thursday: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Site Offerings:This site provides access to showers, toiletries, and mail services. Meals are available for dine-in or take-out. 

Requirements: For breakfast, please enter through the brown door at the back of the building. For lunch, please enter through the back (to dine inside) or come to the front (for to-go meals).

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


CHRIST CHURCH FOOD PANTRY AND MEAL SITE

Physical Address: 430 Fair St, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-946-9451

Website: www.christchurchtraversecity.com 

Facebook: FEED TC | Traverse City MI | Facebook

Pantry Hours
Monday & Wednesday & Friday 11 am – 1 pm

Meal Hours
Saturday 5:30 pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share their name, the total number of people in their household, number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


FAITH REFORMED CHURCH COMMUNITY MEAL

1139 East Front St, Traverse City MI
231-947-7082

Meal Hours
Thursdays 5-6 pm

Inside dining or Take Out available

Usage: 4 times per month


FATHER FRED FOUNDATION

Physical Address: 826 Hastings St, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-947-2055

Contact Email: info@fatherfred.org 

Website: www.fatherfred.org 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fatherfredfoundation 

Hours
Tuesday & Thursday & Friday 10:00am – 2:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am – 7:00pm

Our pantry doors are OPEN for self-shopping. For those who are not comfortable coming inside, we can accommodate with a curb-side pickup.

Site Offerings: This organization additionally offers clothing, household goods, financial assistance, back to school shoes/glasses, and several school pantry programs. 

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked the total number of people in their household, number of children in the household, and their county of residency.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


GRACE EPISCOPAL FOOD PANTRY & COMMUNITY LUNCH

Physical Address: 341 Washington St, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-947-2330

Contact Email: dquinn@gracetc.org

Website: www.gracejubileeoutreach.org 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/gracechurchtraversecity/ 

Food Pantry Hours
Monday and Friday 11:30am –  1:30pm

Community Meal Hours

Friday 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Sunday 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors are asked to visit no more than twice a month to ensure that everyone in need can have access to pantry food; but visitors in need will not be turned away. Pantry visitors will be asked to share their name and zip code. Community meal visitors will not be asked to share any information and may visit as often as needed. 

Additional Services Offered: Day-Shelter for those experiencing homelessness (Jubilee House). Day shelter guests can access laundry facilities, showers, computers, emergency clothing, and other basic needs. Jubilee House is located in the same area as the food pantry and community meal at 325 Washington St., Traverse City. Community optometrist available for free eye exams and some assistance with eye glasses.

Accessibility: Our community meal is hosted in our Parish Hall, which is accessible to all individuals. Our food pantry is located in a low-barrier facility. Although our pantry location may not be fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments, we are committed to serving our community and providing our services in a way that best meets your needs.

 


GRACE POINT CAFE AT CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE COMMUNITY MEAL

Physical Address: 1023 S Division St, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-947-5445

Website: https://www.tcnazchurch.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcnazchurch 

Meal Hours
Tuesday 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Site Offerings: Meals are served on-site with a community atmosphere. To-go meals are also available.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


GRAND TRAVERSE BABY PANTRY

Physical Address: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1050 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City MI

Contact Phone: 231-252-6064

Contact Email: gtbabypantry@gmail.com 

Facebook: Grand Traverse Baby Pantry | Facebook

Pantry Hours
Second Thursday of the month – 10:00am – 4:00pm

Requirements: Visitors are required to be parents residing in Grand Traverse County with a child 3 years or younger, or a parent in their last trimester of pregnancy. Visitors are asked to share their name, number of people in their household, number of children in household, and their county of residence.

Site Offerings: Diapers, wipes, children’s’ clothing (up to 4T), children’s bedding, books, baby food and formula (limited), and other baby/child items. Fresh produce may be available during pantry hours. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments. We offer curbside pickup and supervised childcare for visitors at the pantry.


GRAND TRAVERSE BAND – GRAND TRAVERSE/ANTRIM

845 Business Park Dr, Traverse City MI
231-534-7760

Usage: Adult Individuals (18+) with Tribal Identification.

Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (Closed between 12:00pm – 1:00pm) 


IMMACULATE CONCEPTION FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 708 Third St, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-946-4211 ext 640 

Website:  www.immaculatetc.org/food-pantry 

Pantry Hours
Tuesday and Thursday: 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share the total number of people in their household, number of children in household, and the number of seniors in household.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


KANDU ISLAND FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 3003 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City MI 49685

Contact Phone: 231-932-1590

Hours:
Second Wednesday of the month from 11:00am-3:00pm

Additional Hours By Appointment – Please call ahead 

Site Offerings: Kandu Island is a drop in center for people with mental illness.  It is ” A Place to go, A Place to be”.  We help people in their recovery journey.  At Kandu Island we have computers, a pool table, a ping pong table, puzzles and games, and day trips, to name just a few .  

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share the total number of people in their household, number of children in household, number of seniors in household, and their veteran status.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF KINGSLEY FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 7511 Blackman Rd, Kingsley MI
Contact Phone: 231-632-0627

Hours
Second & Fourth Thursday of the month 1:00pm – 3:00pm

By Appointment, if needed

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked the total number of people in their household, number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, and their county of residency.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


KINGSLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOOD PANTRY

113 Blair St, Kingsley MI
231-263-5278

Wednesday &  Friday 9 am – 12:00 pm
May come into pantry.

Usage: As needed


LOVE THY NEIGHBOR HYGIENE PANTRY

325 Washington Street, Traverse City MI
P.O. Box 5114, Traverse City MI
231-941-5683

Hours
Monday – Wednesday 10 am – 1 pm

Usage: 2 times per month

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NMC FOOD PANTRY

1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City MI
231-995-1118

Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm or when Osterlin Building is open.

The NMC Food Pantry is open to students taking college-credit classes. Students can use the self-service pantry by scanning the QR code in the pantry whenever the Osterlin Building is open on the main campus which is at least 8am-5pm on weekdays.

Usage: once per week by NMC students


PRAYERFYRE FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 4094 Coors Dr, Traverse City MI 49684
Contact Phone: 231-218-7191

Pantry Hours

Wednesday & Friday, 1:00pm – 4:00 pm, 

*Open alternative hours with an appointment 

Requirements: Pantry visitors wanting to visit outside of set pantry hours must contact the site and schedule an appointment at least 24 hours in advance. Please refrain from visiting outside of set pantry hours or without an appointment. Visitors may be asked to share the first name of each person in the household or total household number. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


PROJECT FEED THE KIDS

1081 South Airport Rd.
Traverse City, MI 49686

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Pre-Packed Meals in Coolers:


REDEEMER LUTHERAN BABY PANTRY

Physical Address: 1896 Rogers Rd, Grawn MI
Contact Phone: 231-276-6372

Website: www.redeemerofinterlochen.com 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Redeemer-Lutheran-Church-Interlochen/ 

Pantry Hours
Thursday 10:00am – 12:00pm 

Baby Pantry Hours  

Thursday 2:00pm – 5:00pm

Site Offerings: In addition to a food pantry, this site features a baby pantry that offers: diapers, wipes, baby shampoo, baby lotion, diaper cream, baby formula, baby food, bounce chairs, strollers, other baby equipment. This site also offers donated clothing, household goods, laundry detergent, toys, games, puzzles, and books. Availability may fluctuate.  

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


SALVATION ARMY FOOD PANTRY AND COMMUNITY FOOD SHELVES

1239 Barlow St, Traverse City MI
231-946-4644

Pantry Hours
Monday & Thursday 9:30 am – 11:30 am and 1 pm – 3 pm
Pantry Usage: 1 time per month for Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Benzie residents

Community Food Shelves Hours
Monday & Wednesday 12 noon – 1 pm
No limit on usage. 

Visit our website | Visit our Facebook page


SAL’S KITCHEN MEAL SITE

1239 Barlow St, Traverse City MI
231-946-4644

Hours
Monday & Wednesday 12 noon – 1 pm
No limit on usage.


SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST FOOD PANTRY

*CLOSED OCTOBER TO APRIL* 

Physical Address: 2055 Four Mile Rd N, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-218-8351

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCSDAFoodPantry 

Hours
Second & Fourth Wednesday of each month, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked the total number of people in their household, number of children in household, number of seniors in household, veteran status, and their county of residency

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY MEAL

123 E Eleventh St, Traverse City MI
231-946-8038

Meal Hours—Sack Lunch
Saturday 11:30am-12:30pm

Disclaimer: This listing is provided as a community resource – not all listings are Northwest Food Coalition members.


ST MICHAELS FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 912 S Garfield Ave, Traverse City MI 49686
Contact Phone: 231-947-5293

Hours
Wednesday 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked the total number of people in their household and their county of residency.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


ST PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 630 S West Silver Lake Rd, Traverse City MI 49685
Contact Phone: 231-943-4633

Website: Food Pantry | St. Patrick Catholic Church | Traverse City, MI

Pantry Hours
Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00am – 12:00pm

*Open alternative hours with an appointment

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share the total number of people in their household, number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments


STEP UP NORTHERN MICHIGAN 

*This location is only available for students in the TCAPS school system*

Contact Email: stepupnorthernmichigan@gmail.com 

Website:  www.stepupnm.com 

Hours: 

Monday – Friday 9:00am – 3:00 pm during the TCAPS school year.

Site Offerings: Serving locations at various TCAPS Schools – Blair, Traverse Heights, TC High School, TC West High School, TC Central High School, SOS Learning Lab 

Requirements: The pantry is for enrolled students and their families. It is not open to the public. Serving TC Central High School, West Senior High School, Green Spire Middle & High School, Traverse Heights Elementary, and Blair Elementary. 


The Beauty of Life Nonprofit

123 E Eleventh St, Traverse City MI

Meal Hours
Delivery Sunday between 3-6pm
We cook at the meal site and then deliver to clients’ houses on Sunday between 3-6pm.

Visit our website


TRAVERSE HOUSE CLUBHOUSE

105 Hall St, Suite B, Traverse City MI
231-922-2060

Pantry Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 2-3pm; Tuesday 10:30am – 11:30am
Usage: Members only, 3 days per week

Meal Hours
Monday-Friday, 12pm-1pm
Usage: Members only, once per day

Traverse House takes referrals for membership via Community Mental Health.

Visit our website


TRINITY LUTHERAN FOOD PANTRY AND MEAL SITE

1003 S Maple St, Traverse City MI
231-946-2720

Pantry Hours—Drive Up Only
Thursday 9 am – 11am

Meal Hours—Take Out Only
Sunday 5 pm – 6 pm

Usage: 2 times per month


WEST BAY BABY PANTRY

Physical Address: 12720 S West Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City MI
Contact Phone: 231-946-7947

Website: https://westbaychurch.org/baby-pantry 

Facebook: West Bay Baby Pantry | Facebook 

Pantry Hours
Wednesday: 10:00am – 2:00pm, 4:30pm – 7:00pm

Disclaimer: This listing is provided as a community resource – not all listings are Northwest Food Coalition members.


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DO A LITTLE GOOD

Physical Address: 8980 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI 49648

Mailing Address: 6724 Aarwood Rd NW, Rapid City, MI 49676

Contact Phone: 231-322-3029

Contact Email: doalittlegoodnmi@gmail.com

Website: www.doalittlegoodnmi.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoALittleGoodNMI

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkRapidsFoodCoalition 

Pantry Hours

Little Free Food Library: Anytime by appointment, open hours to the public varies – please refer to Elk Rapids Food Coalition on Facebook for posted hours 

Requirements: Appointments for the Little Free Food Library can be made the same day or in advance. Appointments can be made with the contact phone and email listed above, or through social media @DoALittleGoodNMI.

Site Offerings: Pantry may have hygiene items, clothing, bedding, and basic need items. In addition to their Little Free Food Library, they host a student-centered school food pantry hosted monthly for students & families of Elk Rapids High School, Bellaire High School, Lakeland Elementary, Mill Creek, and Sunrise Academy.

Accessibility: Although this location is not fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments, we are committed to serving our community and providing our services in a way that best meets your needs —please contact us for assistance. We can provide curbside pick-up or delivery for clients in need.


KALKASKA AREA INTERFAITH RESOURCES (KAIR)

Physical Address: 324 S Cedar St, Kalkaska MI
Contact Phone: 231-258-0060

Website: https://www.kalkaskakairs.com/ 

Food Pantry Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 10:00am – 3:00pm

Site Offerings: This site offers utility assistance for residents of Kalkaska County. Residents must meet requirements for utility assistance services. 

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share their name, the total number of people in their household,  number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


KALKASKA AREA INTERFAITH RESOURCES   LADLES OF LOVE MEAL SITE

Physical Address: 107 W. Third St, Kalkaska MI
Contact Phone: 231-258-0060

Meal Site Hours

Monday 11:00am – 1:00pm 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


KALKASKA BABY PANTRY

Physical Address: 1725 W Kalkaska Rd, Kalkaska MI

Website: https://www.kccwired.com/events/baby-pantry-2/

Baby Pantry Hours

Second & Forth Tuesday of the month, 9:30am – 1:00pm 

Disclaimer: This listing is provided as a community resource – not all listings are Northwest Food Coalition members.


NEW HORIZONS CLUB HOUSE

7167 Rapid City Rd, Rapid City MI
231-331-4821

Food Pantry Hours
Monday-Friday, 10 am – 2 pm
Food Pantry Usage: New Horizons Clubhouse members and North Country Community Mental Health clients only

Meal Site Hours
Monday-Friday, 12 noon – 1 pm
Dinners 1-3 times monthly, as noted on monthly calendar
Meal Site Usage: New Horizons Clubhouse members only


RAPID CITY FOOD PANTRY & COMMUNITY MEAL

9456 Valley Rd NW, Rapid City MI
231-392-6091

Hours
Friday 11 am – 1:30 pm

Usage: 1 time per week

We are currently allowing only one client in the pantry at a time and ask clients to wait outside to be called in. We offer pick your own shopping style pantry so you can only take what your family will use and enjoy. Meals can be taken to go or enjoyed in the dining area where there will be limited seating. 


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EMPIRE AREA FOOD PANTRY

Physical Location: 4902 W MacFarlane Rd, Glen Arbor MI

Contact Email: empirefoodpantry@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpireAreaFoodPantry

Pantry Hours

Tuesday 4:30-5:30 PM

Site Offerings: Helplink is available for those with questions about resources. 

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked the total number of people in their household,  number of children in the household, number of seniors in the household, veteran status, and their county of residency. 

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


GRAND TRAVERSE BAND — LEELANAU

2300 Stallman Rd, Suttons Bay MI
231-534-7906

Hours
Open Mondays during business hours 
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – By Appointment 

Open to all community members. 


LEELANAU CHRISTIAN NEIGHBORS FOOD PANTRY

Physical Address: 7322 E Duck Lake Rd, Lake Leelanau MI 49653
Contact Phone: 231-994-2271

Contact Email: LeelanauChristianNeighbors@yahoo.com 

Website: www.LeelanauChristianNeighbors.org 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LCNserves 

Pantry Hours
Monday 2:00pm – 6:00pm

Other times via phone call 

Site Offerings: We have a Baby Pantry that is open from 2:00pm-6:00pm on Mondays and also a financial assistance program that is open on Mondays from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. We  have a Blessings in a Backpack program available to school children during the school year. Parents may sign their children up for a weekly bag of food through their school counselor or teacher. We also have a resale store that is open Tuesday to Friday 10:00am – 5:00pm and Saturday 10:00am – 3:00 pm.

Requirements: Pantry visitors may be asked to share their name,  total number of people in their household, number of children in household, number of seniors in household, veteran status, and their county of residency.

Accessibility: Our location is fully accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.


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Traverse City Meal Schedule


Meal Sites Traverse City 10/1/2025 update

SUNDAY
Lunch: Grace Episcopal Church, Washington Street 1-2 pm
Dinner: Trinity Lutheran Church, 1003 South Maple 5-6 pm

MONDAY 
Breakfast: Central Church 8:30-10:30 am
Lunch: Salvation Army 1239 Barlow 12 noon
Dinner: 5 Loaves, 2 Fish, Veteran’s Memorial Park nr the hospital 5 pm

TUESDAY 
Breakfast: Central Church 8:30-10:30 am
Lunch: Friends Church (Unitarian Team), 5th & Oak Streets 11:30 am TO GO
Dinner: Church of the Nazarene, 1023 S. Division 5-6 pm

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast: Central Church 8:30-10:30 am
Lunch: Salvation Army 1239 Barlow 12 noon

THURSDAY
Breakfast: Central Church 8:30-10:30 am
Lunch: Central Church “To Go” Cass Street entrance 12-1 pm and Inside 12-1 pm
Dinner: Faith Reformed 1139 E. Front St. 5-6 pm

FRIDAY
Breakfast: Central Church 8:30-10:30 am
Lunch: Grace Church on Washington 12-1 pm

SATURDAY
Lunch: St Francis High School 11:30-12:30 TO GO
Dinner: Christ Church, 430 Fair Street 5:30 pm

Contact Information:

Trinity Lutheran Church: 1003 South Maple St, 231-946-2720
Salvation Army: 1239 Barlow St, 231-946-4644
First Church of the Nazarene: 1023 S. Division, 231-947-5445
Bayview Wesleyan Church: 720 Wayne St, 231-947-3792
Central United Methodist Church: 222 Cass St, 231-946-5191
Faith Reformed Church: 1139 E Front St, 231-947-7082
Grace Episcopal Church: 341 Washington St, 231-947-2330
St. Francis High School Cafeteria: 123 E 11th St, 231-946-8038
Christ Church: 430 Fair St, 231-946-9451


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