Are you or your family in need of groceries or a hot meal? Here is a growing list of where to find food in Omaha.
Information on this list is subject to change. Calling the agency’s listed phone number will provide you the most updated information.
Food Pantries
If you’re low on cash, food pantries and food banks offer residents free groceries and– depending on the site– other resources like diapers, baby formula or clothing.
Food Bank for the Heartland
Food Bank for the Heartland is the largest food bank in Nebraska and Iowa, distributing food to over 600 food pantries, schools and other nonprofit groups. With their online food locations map, you can find a pantry nearby.
Link to the food locations map: www.foodbankheartland.org/get-food/find-food-locations-now/full
Community Cupboard: 13130 Faith Plz.
The Community Cupboard is held on the first Saturday of each month outside Countryside Community Church, 13130 Faith Plaza. From 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., residents can stop by to grab a pre packed box of groceries. The pantry requires participants to present a piece of mail or some other identification that includes their Omaha address. Though not all employees are bilingual, some volunteers speak Spanish and may be available to assist you in Spanish.
Together, Inc.: 812 S 24th St.
Anyone experiencing food insecurity can connect with Together, Inc. The food pantry is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., and no identification is needed to get food. Call 402-345-8047 with any questions, or visit the website at www.togetheromaha.org.
Meal Programs:
These organizations offer free, hot meals to residents. Call ahead for updates on timing.
Open Door Mission: 2705 N. 20th St E.
The Open Door Mission offers hot meals seven days a week at the Garland Thompson Men’s Center, 2705 N 20th St E. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and dinner is served from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call 402-422-1111 with any questions, or visit the website at www.opendoormission.org.
Siena Francis House: 117 N. 17th St.
At Siena Francis House, 117 N. 17th St., anyone from the community can get a free hot lunch and dinner. Call 402-341-1821 and press the “star” key (*) to schedule your meal for curbside pickup. For more information, visit the website www.sienafrancis.org.
Benefit Programs
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, provides those in low-income households with benefits to buy food to raise nutrition levels among recipients.
To see if you qualify for SNAP or WIC benefits, you can call OneWorld Community Health Centers at (402) 502-8888 to schedule an appointment. Translation assistance is available.
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