Food Pantries
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Fairbanks Corps Community Center Food Pantries Information
Hunger Services at FAIRBANKS, AK: Corps Community Center
The Salvation Army is dedicated to alleviating hunger in our community. Our local office operates community food pantries to provide nutritious food to individuals and families in need. We understand the challenges that food insecurity can pose in this area, and we're committed to providing a helping hand.
Our food pantries offer a variety of food items, including canned goods and nonperishable staples. Some even offer fresh produce. We work closely with local partners to ensure that we can provide a diverse selection of food to meet the unique needs of our community.
By providing access to nutritious food, we aim to improve the health and well-being of the neighbors we serve. We believe that everyone deserves to have access to the nourishment they need to thrive.
If you or someone you know is struggling with food insecurity, please visit our local office to learn more about our food pantry services.
How You Can Help
You can make a difference in the fight against hunger by:
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Volunteering: Volunteer your time to help with food distribution, meal preparation, or other tasks.
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Donating: Your gift helps us provide food and other essential services to those in need.
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Donating Food: Donate nonperishable food items to our local Salvation Army food pantry.
By working together, we can ensure that everyone in our community has access to the food they need to thrive.
Program Schedule
Timezone: -09:00 USA Alaska Time (DST)
Location: Fairbanks Corps Community Center
We partner with the Fairbanks Community Food Bank with 17 other church/ministry organizations to provide emergency food to the community.
We comply with FCFB rules and regulations. We only take 20 calls within the 10:00am-12:00pm time period.
https://fairbanksfoodbank.org/programs/emergency-food-box/
Timezone: -09:00 USA Alaska Time (DST)
Location: Fairbanks Corps Community Center
The Food Pantry is accessible to the community (perishables and nonperishables).
During summer months, kids can get a 'bone builders' snack bag (juice, fruit and granola bar).
Timezone: -09:00 USA Alaska Time (DST)
Location: Fairbanks Corps Community Center
1st Saturday of every month.
We have partnered with the Fairbanks Community Food Bank and the senior housing community. We deliver food boxes to eligible seniors at 4 senior housing locations in town. We are looking for volunteers to help deliver boxes every month.
Applications for CSFP food are through the Food Bank.
Volunteers are to contact Captain Rosie 907-452-3103 ext 1
Timezone: -09:00 USA Alaska Time (DST)
Location: Fairbanks Corps Community Center
3rd Saturday of every month.
We deliver food boxes to eligible residents at 4 senior housing locations.
TEFAP applications can be filled out and sent to the food bank or the senior housing coordinator. Residents must be home to receive their food boxes.
For Volunteers, there is bending and lifting of boxes and perishable foods. Dress adequate for weather conditions. Please contact Captain Rosie 907-452-3103 ext 1
Our Food Pantry Services
At The Salvation Army, we know that one of the first results to occur in times of crisis is food insecurity. We are is dedicated to eliminating food insecurity by serving anyone in need. By providing hunger relief programs and services, The Salvation Army is committed to accommodating all those in need without unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic in accordance with our capacity to help.
Depending on the location, there may be certain eligibility requirements to receive assistance. Please contact your local Salvation Army to learn more.
Stats
166,747,412
meals were served to those who need them most last year.
6.70%
of all U.S. households reported using a food pantry in 2020
12.80%
of all American households with children are food insecure.
Love beyond missed meals
Donating cash or nonperishable food items to a food pantry is vital in ensuring that individuals and families facing hunger have access to the resources they need to thrive, especially during times of crisis.
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