Food Pantries
Mattoon, IL Corps Food Pantries Information
Hunger Services at Mattoon, IL Corps
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.
Food Pantry
The Salvation Army's food pantry provides fresh and shelf-stable pantry items, bread, cereal, meat, and other household necessities. The pantry is open Tuesday - Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
If you or someone you know is struggling with food insecurity, please visit our local office or call us at (217) 234-3915
to learn more about our food pantry services.
Christmas Meals
The Salvation Army provides Christmas meals for families unable to create a special meal themselves. Each box feeds a family of 6 and includes meat, potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, biscuits, cake mix, and more.
How You Can Help
We are accepting donations of in-date, non-perishable food items like pasta, sauce, canned fruit & vegetables, peanut butter as well as donated cleaning or hygiene items. By working together, we can ensure that everyone in our community has access to the food they need to thrive.
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.
Other Services
