Food Resources

This page consists of several programs and agencies that provide various services and programs for low income individuals, families, and seniors, for food banks, pantries, food stamps, reduced and free lunch programs.

Luke 14:13 But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind


Abundant Faith Supportive Services rental, utility assistance, food baskets, referral for clothing,and furniture assistance
American Red Cross emergency services for disaster victims, also meals on wheels, free services.
Catholic Charities- Food Pantry (In Alton, Carlinville, Decatur, Effingham, Mattoon, Quincy and Springfield) For those of all ages who confront hunger, solutions must be found. Our food pantry staff help with immediate problems as well as search for solutions for the future
Catholic Charities- St. John's Breadline serves a hot, nutritious meal in a clean, positive environment
Catholic Charities-Crisis Assistance We provide guidance, case management, referral and advocacy. We also may provide food, clothing and household vouchers, rent and utility assistance, or special food baskets and gifts during the holiday seasons. People in crisis need someone who cares and that is why we are here.
Contact Ministries Services for women and children, provide food, healthcare, clothing, and assistance with rent, medical needs, and utilities. Doctor on site, Tue,and Thurs.
Department of Human Services information on food stamps and application, emergency food
Department of Human Services Women, infants and children (WIC) helps pregnant women, new mothers,and young children stay well and eat healthy
Fifth Street Renaissance/SARA Center offers transitional housing for the homeless, a food pantry for the hungry, various programs for persons living with HIV and AIDS, a transitional youth program, and various other programs for those in need of a helping hand.
First Presbyterian Church lunch bags, can goods, gas vouchers and rental assistance for unemployed, homeless, or financially unstable.