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Receive Food Assistance

There are several ways for central Louisiana residents to receive food assistance. Scroll below to see our food distribution hours, or you can search for food pantries closer to you. You can also access our mobile pantry distribution sites and schedule below, or call the Food Bank of Central Louisiana at 318-445-2773.

Our Distribution Hours:

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

The Food Bank of Central Louisiana’s food distribution drive thru service is located at 3200 Baldwin Ave. Alexandria, LA 71301

In order to receive food, you must:

  1. Bring your picture ID to complete your application.  

  2. Please report the number of people in your household and your total household income.

Click Here for eligibility requirements.

 

 Agency Locator

Search for resources near you on our new and improved food-finder map

 

Mobile pantries

Many communities across Central Louisiana lack access to food services like local pantries or meal programs.

This is especially true in remote and rural areas, where there are also few grocery stores, farmers markets, and retailers that sell affordable fresh foods.

The Mobile Pantry Program sends food and groceries into communities where other services are few or do not exist. In many rural, underserved communities, the Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry Program is the only option for residents to access charitable food assistance on a regular and dependable schedule.  

Dates and times are subject to change for holidays or adverse weather.

See the Schedule

Who can receive food and other FAQ’s

  • If you and your household fall within the income guidelines set by the federal government, then you are eligible to receive food and food assistance. The Food Bank and its partners are proud to serve all of our neighbors regardless of age, race, religion, immigration status, or any other factors.

  • Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements, and have a valid photo ID we can help you fill out a form and receive food today. Please also know the number of people in your household, and your combined household income.

  • Bring a valid photo ID and be prepared to tell us the number of people in your household and your household’s total income.

    • Food pantry and grocery distribution are common and offer food that you can take and prepare at home. (locate a nearby agency above)

    • Mobile Pantries bring food distributions to underserved and rural areas of our parishes. Locate the mobile pantry distribution schedule here ➤

    • Programs like the BackPack program and Summer Meals for Kids are programs directed toward youth who are impacted by food insecurity.

    • Our Senior Program is designed for seniors in our community who need food.

    • SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, is the federal program that provides monthly financial assistance to help low-income families stretch their food budget. To learn more about SNAP and how to apply, click here.