Food Assistance Resources

Food Assistance Resources

Food assistance benefits, including SNAP (Food Stamps) may be unavailable in November if the lapse in federal funding continues. The following is a partial list of food resources in the greater Atlanta area.

Always call to check that resources are available before traveling.

• RainDrop
  • Description: RainDrop is a new app for Apple and Android devices that provides updated links to resources in the Atlanta area for specific needs, including food assistance.
  • Link: https://www.getraindrop.co/
  • Tip: Follow the link above for links to the Apple Store and Google Play.
• Atlanta Community Food Bank (ACFB)
  • Service Area: Covers Metro Atlanta and many counties (e.g., Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Gwinnett) via partner pantries.
  • Phone: (404) 688-7300
  • Text Message: Text “FINDFOOD” (English) or “COMIDA” (Spanish) to (888) 976-2232 to locate resources.
  • Location: Ebenezer Baptist Church: 407 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
  • Hours: Saturday, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Description: Food Pantry.
  • Link: https://www.acfb.org/get-help/food-map/
  • Tip: Website has an interactive map to find partner food pantries at other locations.
• Hope Atlanta (Women’s Community Kitchen)
  • Phone: (470) 233-2362
  • Location: 458 Ponce de Leon Ave, Atlanta, GA 30308
  • Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Description: Hot meals for women & children.
  • Link: https://hopeatlanta.org/outreach-center/
• Crossroads Community Ministries (Clyde’s Kitchen)
  • Phone: (470) 225-1995
  • Location: 420 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Description: Food Pantry.
  • Link: https://www.crossroadsatlanta.org/
  • Tip: Meal service is only available to those receiving service from The Renewal Project or Door-to-Door Housing.
• Emmaus House
  • Phone: (404) 525-5948
  • Email: [email protected].
  • Location: Lokey Help Center: 27 Haygood Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315
  • Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (by appointment)
  • Description: Food Pantry.
  • Link: https://www.emmaushouseatlanta.org/food-pantry
• First Presbyterian Church
  • Phone: (404) 892-8461
  • Location: 1328 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Hours: Sunday, 6:30 AM – 7:45 AM
  • Description: To-go breakfast.
  • Link: https://www.firstpresatl.org/community-ministries#Food
• Food4Lives ATL (vegan & vegetarian)
  • Phone: (404) 963-6409
  • Location: 829 Hollywood Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Description: Vegan & vegetarian meals.
  • Link: https://food4lives.org/
• Intown Cares
  • Phone: (404) 817-7070
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Location: Druid Hills Presbyterian Church McIver Building, 1029 Ponce de Leon, Atlanta, GA 30306
  • Hours: Tuesday and Saturday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Description: Food Pantry.
  • Link: https://www.intowncares.org/food
  • Tip: Food is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis
• Safehouse Outreach
  • Phone: (404) 523-2221
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Location: 89 Ellis St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Description: Hot meals.
  • Link: https://www.safehouseoutreach.org/
• Salvation Army – Kroc Center Food Pantry
  • Phone: (404) 638-7195
  • Location: 967 Dewey St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
  • Hours: Tuesday, 11:00 PM – 12:00 PM
  • Description: Food Pantry.
  • Link: https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/metro-atlanta/hunger-relief
• The Grocery Spot
  • Phone: (404) 969-2320
  • Location: 777 Charlotte Pl NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
  • Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Description: Food Pantry.
  • Link: https://thegroceryspot.org/
  • Tip: Check for eligibility at https://thegroceryspot.org/information-for-shoppers
• USDA National Hunger Hotline
  • Phone: (866) 3-HUNGRY (866-348-6479)
  • Text Message: Text to the automated service at (914) 342-7744. with a question that may contain a keyword such as “food”, “summer meals”, “SNAP” etc. to receive an automated response to resources located near an address and/or zip code.
  • Location: varies
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
  • Description: The hotline is a resource for individuals and families seeking information on how to obtain food. The National Hunger Hotline staff connects callers with emergency food providers in their community, government assistance programs, and various social services.
  • Link: https://www.fns.usda.gov/national-hunger-hotline
  • Tip: Use the Hunger Free America site to find food assistance near you at https://findfood.hungerfreeamerica.org/
• WhyHunger
  • Phone: (800) 5-HUNGRY
  • Text Message: Text your ZIP code to (800) 548-6479
  • Hours: 24/7
  • Description: Connects people in need across the U.S. to food pantries, soup kitchens, summer meal sites, government nutrition programs, and grassroots organizations that provide access to free food and support services.
  • Link: https://whyhunger.org/
  • Tip: Use the form on the Web site to specify program types and get more focused search results
• FreeFoodCommune
  • Location: 1560 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30317
  • Hours: Saturdays, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Description: Offers free prepared food, cold cooked dinners, bread, hot soup; no income limit, no documents required.
  • Link: https://www.acfb.org/get-help/food-map/
  • Tip: Arrive early; bring containers if you want to take food home.
• Angie’s Kitchen
  • Location: 2033 Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
  • Service: Hot meals Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Pantry bags, hygiene supplies, clothing when available.
  • Link: https://angieskitchen.org/
  • Tip: No appointment needed; walk-in service makes it accessible for urgent needs.
• Fountain of Hope Food Pantry
  • Location: 829 Hollywood Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
  • Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Requirements: Photo ID and proof of residence may be required.
  • Link: https://fohfoodbank.org/
  • Tip: Go earlier in the week to avoid lines; bring photo ID & proof of residence to be safe.
• Georgia Citizens Coalition on Hunger – “Hunger Hotline” Pantry
  • Location: 9 Gammon Ave, Atlanta Ga 30315
  • Service Area: Atlanta metro and surrounding counties (DeKalb, Clayton, Henry, Cobb, etc.).
  • Details: Pantry open Monday–Thursday, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
  • Link: https://gacitizenshungercoalition.wordpress.com/
  • Tip: Call ahead to confirm eligibility details or current hours, especially around holidays.
• Atlanta Survival Program
  • Hours: Sundays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Description: Free food with premade options and ingredients for cooking. Provided by local grocery stores and restaurants.
  • Link: https://atlsurvival.org/food/
  • Tip: The address changes depending on the day. Follow the link above for this week’s location
• Unhoused Georgians
  • Description: Web app with resources for services including food.
  • Link: https://unhousedgeorgians.com/food
• The Pantry
  • Location: Chapelhill Church, 4330 Washington Rd, Atlanta, GA 30344
  • Hours: 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month, 10 am – 12 pm except during November and December when hours are 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10 AM – 12 PM.
  • Description: Fresh meats, fresh produce, dairy, and shelf-stable items.
  • Link: https://thepantrydc.com/the-pantry-atlanta/
• Hosea Williams Feed The Hungry
  • Phone: (404) 755-3353
  • Location: 4779 Mindy St, Atlanta, GA 30366
  • Link: https://4hosea.org/
  • Tip: Call for updated information
• Loaves & Fishes
  • Phone: (866) 267-3083,  ext. 709
  • Location: St. John the Wonderworker Parish, 543 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
  • Hours: (see description)
  • Description: Continental breakfast daily at 7:30 AM, hot breakfast at 9:00 AM,, Lunch (time?).
  • Link: https://focusatlanta.org/where-we-work/
  • Tip: Call for lunch availability and hours
• Decatur Area Emergency Assistance Ministry (DEAM)
  • Service Area: 30030, 30002, 30079, 30032, 30033, 30307, 30317
  • Phone: (404) 373-2300 during office hours (see Hours below)
  • Location: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 515 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
  • Hours: ALL ASSISTANCE IS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:30am–11:30am
  • Description: Food distribution, Prescription assistance, Utilities assistance to qualifying residents
  • Link: https://www.deamdecatur.org/
  • Tip: Determine eligibility at https://www.deamdecatur.org/eligibility
• Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) Food Pantry Assistance
  • Service Area: 30303, 30308, 30309, 30310 30312, 30313, 30314, 30315, 30318, 30363
  • Phone: (404) 681-5777
  • Location: 613 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308
  • Hours:10:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
  • Description: Provides non-perishable and fresh meat and produce for households experiencing a temporary shortage. We also provide household supplies and hygiene kits.
  • Link: https://midtownassistancecenter.org/food-pantry-assistance/
  • Tip: Request help by filling out the online request form at https://midtownassistancecenter.org/request-help