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Food programs in Idaho

13 programs, listed by name. Hours and services change, so call or check the program’s website before you go.

  1. Boise Food Pantry

    Food Pantry

    Address
    2250 S Vista Ave., Boise, ID, 83705
    Phone
    208-377-0700
    Hours
    Mon - Thurs: 7:00am to 5:30pm
    Who can get food
    Households may utilize pantry once every 30 days. To receive a food box, clients must qualify and be enrolled in our CSBG program. Clients can enroll in our CSBG program at any of our four offices. Clients will complete questionnaire. No ID or income verification is required.
    Accessibility
    No stairs to enter pantry. If anyone has any trouble getting inside, please call ahead and help will be provided.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    El-Ada Community Action Partnership's food pantry offers food boxes providing 2-4 days of food every 30 days, available without ID or income verification. The pantry also distributes USDA commodities monthly. Clients must enroll in the CSBG or TEFAP program, providing demographic information but no income verification.

    FB: @El-ADACommunityActionPartnership, IG: @eladacap

  2. Boise Rescue Mission River of Life

    Soup Kitchen

    Address
    575 S. 13th St., Boise, ID, 83701
    Phone
    208-343-2389
    Hours
    Breakfast: 6:30am, Lunch 12:00pm, Dinner 5:00pm
    Who can get food
    No Eligibility Requirements to obtain services
    Accessibility
    Follows ADA guidelines of accessibility.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    Boise Rescue Mission Ministries is committed to caring for every man, woman, and child in need across the Treasure Valley, no matter where they are in life. If someone is homeless or struggling and in need of a hot meal or a safe place to stay, he or she can visit one of our emergency shelters in Boise or Nampa, ID — no prior arrangements are necessary. Emergency shelters provide a space for people to get their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs to be met.

    FB: @BoiseRescueMissionMinistries

  3. Care House Partnerships Food Bank

    Food Bank

    Address
    1321 6th South, Nampa, ID, 83651
    Phone
    208-278-2812
    Hours
    Tues, Thurs, and Sat: 12:30pm to 4:00pm
    Who can get food
    Unknown at this time.
    Accessibility
    Drive-Thru service, follows ADA guidelines of accessibility.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    The CHP Food Bank provides food assistance to individuals and families in need. The food bank also offers a supportive environment with fellowship and prayer for those who seek it. Care House Partnerships (CHP) engages with various community organizations to provide comprehensive services, including medical care, counseling, and tutoring. Notably, they partner with Central Elementary School to offer one-on-one tutoring for 4th and 5th graders. Additionally, CHP collaborates with the Nampa Family Justice Center, Advocates Against Family Violence, The Salvation Army and Baby Haven, and Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center to address broader community needs.

    FB: @CareHousePartnerships, IG: @ carehousepartners

  4. Garden City Food Bank

    Food Bank

    Address
    701 E 44th St., Garden City, ID, 83714
    Phone
    208-377-0700
    Hours
    Mon - Thurs: 9:00am to 12:00pm & 1:00pm to 5:00pm
    Who can get food
    Households may utilize pantry once every 30 days. To receive a food box, clients must qualify and be enrolled in our CSBG program. Clients can enroll in our CSBG program at any of our four offices. Clients will complete questionnaire. No ID or income verification is required.
    Accessibility
    No stairs to enter pantry. If anyone has any trouble getting inside, please call ahead and help will be provided.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    El-Ada Community Action Partnership's food pantry offers food boxes providing 2-4 days of food every 30 days, available without ID or income verification. The pantry also distributes USDA commodities monthly. Clients must enroll in the CSBG or TEFAP program, providing demographic information but no income verification.

    FB: @El-ADACommunityActionPartnership, IG: @eladacap

  5. Homedale Food Pantry

    Food Pantry

    Address
    15 W Colorado Ave, Homedale, ID, 83628
    Phone
    208-377-0702
    Hours
    Mon - Thurs: 7:00am to 12:00pm & 1:00pm to 5:00pm
    Who can get food
    Households may utilize pantry once every 30 days. To receive a food box, clients must qualify and be enrolled in our CSBG program. Clients can enroll in our CSBG program at any of our four offices. Clients will complete questionnaire. No ID or income verification is required.
    Accessibility
    No stairs to enter pantry. If anyone has any trouble getting inside, please call ahead and help will be provided.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    El-Ada Community Action Partnership's food pantry offers food boxes providing 2-4 days of food every 30 days, available without ID or income verification. The pantry also distributes USDA commodities monthly. Clients must enroll in the CSBG or TEFAP program, providing demographic information but no income verification.

    FB: @El-ADACommunityActionPartnership, IG: @eladacap

  6. Kamiah Food Bank

    Food Bank

    Address
    4432 Hwy 12, Kamiah, ID 83536
    Phone
    208-935-0362
    Hours
    Open 2nd-4th Thursday: 10am-noon
    Who can get food
    Does not provide food directly to community members.
    Accessibility
    Does not provide food directly to community members.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    Free Food Bank for our community members.

    FB: @KamiahFoodBank

  7. Martha and Mary's Food Pantry

    Food Pantry

    Address
    212 3rd Ave E, Jerome, ID, 83338
    Phone
    208-595-4839
    Hours
    Mon: 4:00 pm-6:00pm, Fri: 1:00pm-3:00pm
    Who can get food
    Bring monthly food card for identification purposes. Food pantry delivers, but recipients must live in service area.
    Accessibility
    Follows ADA guidelines of accessibility.

    Directions

    More about this program

    Provides food to residents of Jerome with resources from the South

    FB: @MarthaandMary'sFoodPantry

  8. Meridian Foodbank

    Food Bank

    Address
    133 W. Broadway Ave., Meridian, ID, 83642
    Phone
    208-888-5102
    Hours
    Mon, Wed, Thurs: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
    Who can get food
    Come to facility no later than one hour before closing, during hours of operation. Required paperwork: Photo ID and names and birthdates of all individuals living in your household.
    Accessibility
    Drive-Thru service, ADA compliant.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    The Meridian Food Bank provides emergency food assistance to those in need. They offer a drive-thru service and operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12 PM to 4 PM. They rely on donations and volunteers to support their services, including a Backpack Program for children.

    FB: @MeridianFoodBank

  9. Mountain Home Food Pantry

    Food Pantry

    Address
    585 N 3rd E St, Mountain Home, ID, 83647
    Phone
    208-377-0701
    Hours
    Mon - Thurs: 7:00am to 12:00pm & 1:00pm to 5:00pm
    Who can get food
    Households may utilize pantry once every 30 days. To receive a food box, clients must qualify and be enrolled in our CSBG program. Clients can enroll in our CSBG program at any of our four offices. Clients will complete questionnaire. No ID or income verification is required.
    Accessibility
    No stairs to enter pantry. If anyone has any trouble getting inside, please call ahead and help will be provided.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    El-Ada Community Action Partnership's food pantry offers food boxes providing 2-4 days of food every 30 days, available without ID or income verification. The pantry also distributes USDA commodities monthly. Clients must enroll in the CSBG or TEFAP program, providing demographic information but no income verification.

    FB: @El-ADACommunityActionPartnership, IG: @eladacap

  10. Oasis Worship & Food Center

    Food Pantry

    Address
    506 W. Simplot Blvd., Caldwell, ID, 83605
    Phone
    208-459-6000
    Hours
    Wed 12:00 pm to 2:00pm, Thurs. 4:00pm to 6:00pm
    Who can get food
    An intake form is required for first time visitors. Photo ID is required. An Oasis Food Center Card is issued to each visitor. Bring your Oasis card and Photo ID everytime.
    Accessibility
    Follows ADA guidelines of accessibility.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    The Oasis Food Center in Caldwell, Idaho, provides a choice food pantry service, allowing families to select food items weekly.

    Unknown at this time.

  11. St. Mary's Food Bank

    Food Bank

    Address
    3890 West State St., Boise, ID, 83703
    Phone
    208-345-2734
    Hours
    Mon, Wed and Fri: 11:00am to 2:00pm
    Who can get food
    Our services are limited to those who reside in the 83702, 83703, 83706 and 83714 area codes, as well as veterans and active military living anywhere in the treasure valley. New clients should arrive no later than 30 min before closing to complete paper work. You must provide: Photo ID for all household members over 18. Proof of address dated withing 60 days for everone over age 18, ID for all household members under age 18. Total household income. Names and dob of all individuals in household.
    Accessibility
    Drive-Thru Service. We have been experiencing overcrowding and near accidents in our parkin lot. If the lot is full, please park elsewhere and return in 15 minutes. Building is closed to clients. Drive-Thru only

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    St. Mary's Food Bank in Boise provides food assistance to residents of specific zip codes and veterans/active military in the Treasure Valley. St. Mary's Food Bank in Boise, Idaho, collaborates with several community partners to support its mission of providing food assistance to those in need. Notable partners include the Idaho Diaper Bank, Idaho Community Foundation, and Idaho Power Employee Community Fund. Additionally, organizations such as the Boise Southwest Rotary Foundation, St. Mary's Knights of Columbus, Idaho Food Bank, Idaho Community Fund, and Albertsons have made financial contributions to support the food bank's initiatives. Their services operate on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11 AM to 2 PM. Clients remain in their cars while volunteers deliver food to them.

    Unknown at this time.

  12. The Hunger Coalition- Bloom Community Food Center

    Food Pantry

    Address
    110 Honeysuckle St., Bellevue, ID, 83313
    Phone
    208-788-0121
    Hours
    Mon and Thurs: 1:00pm to 6:30pm
    Who can get food
    Must come to the pantry or complete form online the first visit. Must have proof of residency in Blaine County
    Accessibility
    Follows ADA guidelines of accessibility.

    Website · Directions

    More about this program

    The Hunger Coalition provides access to healthy food, advocates for social justice, and collaborates with partners to address food insecurity's root causes. Services include food pantries, community kitchens, youth internships, and community gardens, aiming to build a supportive and equitable community.

    FB: @TheHungerCoalition, IG: @thehungercoalition

  13. The Idaho Foodbank

    Food Bank

    Address
    3630 E. Commercial Court, Meridian, ID 83642
    Phone
    208-336-9643
    Hours
    Main warehouse and administrative offices Mon -Fri 8:30am -4:30pm
    Who can get food
    Does not provide food directly to community members.
    Accessibility
    Does not provide food directly to community members.

    Website · Contact page · Directions

    More about this program

    The Idaho Foodbank provides food assistance through partnerships with over 400 community organizations, supports children, families, seniors, and rural communities while promoting health and nutrition education. They engage in food drives, volunteer opportunities, and donation programs to combat hunger statewide.

    FB: @TheIdahoFoodbank, IG: @idahofoodbank