Where to Find Food When You Need It
Use this map to locate food pantries and meal programs (green apple and milk icon), upcoming Mobile Food Pantries (blue truck icon), and Gather 2 Grow sites (orange reading person icon) near you.
You can also reference the other resources under the “Get Help” tab, and can find our Mobile Pantry schedule here. Please note that locations, times, and methods of distributions are subject to change. For the most accurate information, please contact the agency directly. If you represent an agency and would like to update your listing, please contact our agency partnerships team.
ACTS Gospel Outreach Ministries
Pantry
Pre-bagged items distributed by family size.
Hours:
Third Sunday of the month 1PM-2PM, third Thursday of the month 6:30PM-7:30PMAdditional Information:
Can also call for an emergency appointment outside of scheduled hours.Baxter Community Center Marketplace
Pantry
Pantry offering fresh produce and preboxed items with an additional clothing pantry.
Hours:
Monday 10AM-5PM, Tuesday 10AM-5PM, Wednesday 10AM-5PM, Thursday 10AM-5PM, Friday 10AM-5PMBerean Baptist Church
Pantry
Pantry open every Tuesday (no service on the fifth Tuesdays).
Hours:
Tuesday 10AM-10:30AMBookmobile- Bloomfield Townhomes (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday at 11:30AM-12:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Additional Information:
This is a once weekly distribution from the KDL Bookmobile.Bookmobile- Brookhaven Mobile Home Park (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Tuesday and Thursday 11:30AM-12:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Additional Information:
This is a twice weekly distribution from the KDL Bookmobile.Bookmobile- Country Meadows (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Wednesday 11AM-12PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Additional Information:
This is a once weekly distribution from the KDL Bookmobile.Bookmobile- Dutton Mills (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Wednesday 12:45PM-1:45PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Additional Information:
This is a once weekly distribution from the KDL Bookmobile.Brown Hutcherson Ministries Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Sunday 9AM-12PM, Tuesday 10AM-4PM, Wednesday 10AM-4PM, Thursday 10AM-4PM.Requirements:
Families may visit up to twice a month.Buist Community Assistance Center
Pantry
Client choice food pantry.
Hours:
By Appointment Only: MON 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, TUE 10:30 AM-5:15 PM, WED 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, THUR 10:30AM-2:30 PM, 2nd Sat 9:00-11:15 AMCalvary Undenominational Church
Pantry
Appointment-only pantry.
Hours:
By appointment only.Requirements:
Appointment required.Cedar Springs Community Food Pantry
Pantry
The Cedar Springs Community Food Pantry is a nonprofit organization that serves food insecure clients through referrals from North Kent Connect. To contact North Kent Connect and become established as a client, call: (616) 866-3478.
Hours:
The Cedar Springs Community Food Pantry is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to serve clients for both in-person shopping or drive-up/pick-up.Requirements:
Must have referral from North Kent Connect - (616) 866-3478.Central Reformed Church - Addie's Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Tuesday 1-3PMCity Impact/Local Impact
Pantry
Choice-style pantry also offering home delivery service for home-bound individuals.
Hours:
Thursday 9AM-11:30AM, Saturday 7:30PM-8:30PMCoit Community Church Pantry
Pantry
Choice-style pantry with some pre-bagged items.
Hours:
Tuesday 10AM-12PM, Thursday 10AM-12PMCommunity Food Club
Food Club
Non-profit grocery store offering a variety of grocery and household items for a monthly membership fee of $11, $13, or $15 based on household size and income.
Hours:
Monday 10AM-5PM, Tuesday 10AM-5PM, Wednesday 10AM-5PM, Thursday 10AM-5PM, Friday 10AM-5PM, Saturday 10AM-2PMRequirements:
Open to any Kent County household at or below 200% of the federal poverty line.East Congregational U.C.C.
Pantry
Hours:
Second Tuesday of the month 1:00PM-4:30PMEast Paris Community Food Pantry
Pantry
Pantry of mostly non-perishable items located inside Al-Tahweed Islamic Center. Appointments required. Please call
Hours:
First and Third Saturday of each month, 10-12.Requirements:
Kentwood residency.Eastern Avenue CRC Saturday Food Program
Pantry
Pantry providing access to fruits, vegetables, bread, and canned products for free.
Hours:
Every Saturday from 7:30AM-10:30AMRequirements:
Everyone is welcome. No one needs to apply ahead of time. You are not required to provide any form of documentation of your income, your address, or your identity.Family Network
Pantry
Choice-style pantry.
Hours:
Monday 2PM-5PM, Wednesday 2PM-5PMRequirements:
Current photo ID, number of family members, and proof of current residence by third visit.First Community AME Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Drive-thru emergency food pantry
Hours:
Every other Saturday 1-2PM, days/times posted on back door of churchAdditional Information:
See sign on door for exact open dates.First Congregational Church of Rockford UCC
Pantry
Hours:
2nd and 4th Wednesday, 4-6PMFlat River Outreach Ministeries
Pantry
Choice-style pantry in addition to a variety of other food programming options (see website for details).
Hours:
Tuesday 2PM-4PM, Wednesday 5PM-7PM, Friday 10AM-12PMGeorgetown United Methodist Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Every first and third Tuesday 6PM-7PMAdditional Information:
Can also provide food on an as-needed basis: call for emergency appointments.God's Beloved Community Dinner
Meal Site
Dinner for the community on the third Wednesdays of each month. In the summer months, call to confirm the meal is happening.
Hours:
Third Wednesday of each month, 6:00-6:30.Grace CRC Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Tuesday 9:30AM-10:30AMGrandville Senior Neighbors Food Pantry
Pantry
Pantry offering prebagged items once a month to eligible seniors.
Hours:
Last Tuesday of the month 12PM-1:30PMRequirements:
Senior citizens only.Iglesia de Dios Manantial de Vida
Pantry
Emergency food pantry
Hours:
Sundays 11AM-1PM or by appointmentIglesia Sanando las Naciones
Pantry
Hours:
Sunday 11AM-1PM, Wednesday 7PM-9PMKent District Library - Caledonia Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available. Easy pick-up, shelf-stable, nutritious meals are pre-packaged with several options available to fit almost any dietary need.
Hours:
Monday through Friday from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Additional Information:
https://www.feedwm.org/gather-2-grow-schedule/Kent District Library- Byron Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12:30PM-1PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Comstock Park Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12:00PM-12:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Englehardt Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12:30PM-1PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Gaines Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 11:30AM-12:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Grandville Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12:30PM-1PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Kelloggsville Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:30PM-1:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Kentwood Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 11:30AM-12:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Krause Memorial Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12PM-1PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Nelson Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 12PM-1PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Plainfield Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 11:45AM-12:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Spencer Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:30PM-1:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Tyrone Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:30PM-1:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Walker Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12PM-1PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kent District Library- Wyoming Township Branch (Gather 2 Grow)
Gather 2 Grow
Free, nutritious meals at participating libraries during the summer. Various meal options including vegetarian and nut-free will be available.
Hours:
Starting June 6th: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 12:30PM-1:30PM.Requirements:
Program is available to any youth under 18 or disabled adults under 26.Kentwood Little Free Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 8:00AM - 5:00PMFriday, 8:00AM - 4:00PMLife Center Church
Pantry
Hours:
Last Saturday of the Month 11am-1pmLife Quest Urban Outreach
Pantry
Pre-boxed dry goods items offered to neighbors in need.
Hours:
Third Wednesday of the month, 8:00-11:00 am.Requirements:
No requirements.Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church
Pantry
Choice-style pantry offering food and personal care items.
Hours:
Thursday 6PM-7:30PMAdditional Information:
Referral from North Kent Connect is optional.Mamrelund Evangelical Lutheran Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Choice-style pantry offering items based on family size (in-store shopping).
Hours:
Wednesday 9AM-10AM, Friday 9AM-10AMRequirements:
Serving folks living in Northwest Kent County.Additional Information:
Food pantry is located in the community center across the street from the church. Check in at the church office first, then go across the road to shop at the pantry.Mel Trotter
Meal Site
Lunch/dinner meals everyday, breakfast for shelter guests only
Hours:
Every day, 6am-8pmNew Hope Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Monday 10AM-12PM, Wednesday 10AM-12PMRequirements:
No requirements.North End Community Ministry (NECM)
Pantry
Choice-style pantry offering 3-4 days' worth of food and personal care items.
Hours:
Tuesday 9AM-12:30PM, Wednesday 9AM-12:30PM, Thursday 9AM-12:30PMRequirements:
Limited to one visit per month.North Kent Connect
Pantry
Client-choice pantry. Everyone receives staple items, fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, lean meats, and personal care items.
Hours:
Monday 9AM-3PM, Wednesday 9AM-3PM, Thursday 10AM-5PM.Requirements:
Families register as clients before their first visit- documentation requested (not required) bring proof of income, photo ID, and a valid piece of mail, as well as verification of any school age children residing in the household (such as school records with the current address.) Emergency food boxes available to anyone, no registration/verification required. Referral to other pantries available.Additional Information:
Please use the new North Entrance for Client Services and the PantryNorthwest Food Pantry at Trinity Reformed
Pantry
Hours:
Monday 9:00AM-11:45AM, Wednesday 9:00AM-11:45AM, 9:00AM-11:45AM.Requirements:
Families may visit up to once every 30 days.Additional Information:
Pantry is located in the basement of Trinity Reformed Church.Other Way Ministries
Pantry
Organization offering a food pantry as well as a food co-op model (see website for details).
Hours:
Monday 10AM-3PM, Tuesday 10AM-6PM, Wednesday 10AM-3PM, Thursday 10AM-3PM, Friday 10AM-1PM.Peace Lutheran Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Pantry serving families registered with North Kent Connect.
Hours:
Monday 4PM-4:30PM, Tuesday 4PM-4:30PM, Wednesday 4PM-4:30PM, Thursday 4PM-4:30PM, Friday 4PM-4:30PM.Requirements:
Call North Kent Connect for a referral: (616) 866-3478. Families may visit the pantry once every 30 days.Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
First and third Wednesday of the month 9AM-11:30AM.Salvation Army - Kent County
Pantry
Hours:
Monday through Friday: 9AM-4PMSalvation Army- Fulton Heights Citadel
Meal Site
Congregate meal site for seniors.
Hours:
Tuesday 10AM-3PM, Wednesday 9AM-2PM, Friday 9AM-2PM.Requirements:
Hours listed are for the senior program; lunch is served between activities around noon. The organization may ask for a suggested donation, however a donation is not required to receive food.SECOM South End Community Outreach Ministry
Pantry
Choice-style pantry with a community garden and other community resources.
Hours:
Tuesday 9AM-3PM, Wednesday 9AM-3PM, Friday 9AM-12PMSt. Alphonsus Food & Clothing Center
Pantry
Once a month food and clothing pantry
Hours:
Monday 9AM-1PM, Tuesday 9AM-1PM, Wednesday 9AM-1PM, Thursday 9AM-1PMRequirements:
Must register at St. Alphonsus or NECM.Additional Information:
The main entrance can be found at the double green doors behind the oak tree in the courtyard.St. Isidore Catholic Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Every Third Monday of the month: 9 AM - 1 PMAdditional Information:
The pickup window is at the back of the Parish Administration building. Just walk up and ring the bell if you are not greeted upon arrival.St. Mark's Episcopal Church Food Pantry
Meal Site
Breakfast cafe program every Saturday morning, first Saturday of each month the GR Symphony sends a quartet to perform, occasional health clinics.
Hours:
Saturdays: 7:45AM-9:15 AMSt. Mary Roman Catholic Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
First and third Monday: 5 -7 PM, First and third Wednesday: 10 AM - 12 PMRequirements:
Families will be asked to provide a name, address, and phone number.St. Paul Lutheran Church
Pantry
Hours:
Sundays: 7:30AM-12PM, Monday through Thursday: 8AM -12PM, Fridays:7:30 AM -4:30 PMStreams Healthy Neighborhood Hub
Pantry
Choice-style food pantry located in a center also offering after school activites, tutoring, adult education, and healthcare.
Hours:
Tuesday 6PM-8PM, Thursday 11AM-1PM and 6PM-8PM.Requirements:
Families may use the pantry once a month. The pantry is run by appointment, call or go online to request a time slot.Temple Emanuel Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Third Wednesday of the month 9AM-10:30AM.Additional Information:
Pantry may also be open for emergency appointments- call to request one.The Community Basket (Dutton Community Food Pantry)
Pantry
Choice-style pantry.
Hours:
Second Monday of the month 4PM-7PM, second Saturday of the month 9AM-12PMThe Green Apple Pantry
Pantry
Choice-style pantry.
Hours:
Monday and Tuesday, 9AM-1PM, Wednesday and Thursday, 9AM-3PM.Requirements:
Service area is zip codes 49508, 49548, 49512, and 49316.Together in Faith Ministries Food Pantry
Pantry
Hours:
Third Wednesday of the month 1-3PMTrue Light Baptist Church
Pantry
Hours:
Third Thursday of the month 12PM-1PM.Requirements:
Families may contact the church to use the pantry for emergency needs as well.UCOM (United Church Outreach Ministry)
Pantry
Choice-style pantry providing roughly 5-7 days of food per visit.
Hours:
Monday 10AM-3:30PM, Tuesday 10AM-3:30PM, Thursday 12PM-6PM.Requirements:
Pantry is by appointment-only; call ahead to schedule a visit. Families must live in UCOM's service area: ZIP codes 49503 (south of Wealthy, west of US-131), 49519, 49509, 49418 (in Kent County).Vineyard North Church Food Pantry
Pantry
Drive-thru style pantry providing pre-boxed food items.
Hours:
Third Saturday of the month 9AM-11AM.Westminster Church Downtown Food Pantry
Pantry
Pantry offering pre-boxed items.