Food Pantries
& Meal Sites

If you qualify for pantry assistance, you can pick up free groceries at many locations throughout Lane County, no identification required. Meals sites offer free meals for all.

Food Pantries Meal Sites

Food Pantries
& Meal Sites

If you qualify for pantry assistance, you can pick up free groceries at many locations throughout Lane County, no identification required. Meals sites offer free meals for all.

Mobile Pantry

The mission of the Mobile Pantry is to bring more food to high-need places in Lane County. Through this pop-up style market, we distribute a variety of pantry staples, proteins, dairy items and fresh produce. A typical visit to the Mobile Pantry will provide a household with a three- to five-day supply of nutritionally balanced groceries. See the eligibility requirements below.

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Partner Pantries

Most of the food we collect is distributed by our network of partner pantries throughout Lane County and our Mobile Pantry. You will typically receive a three- to five-day supply of nutritionally balanced groceries when you visit a pantry. We cannot distribute food to individuals from our warehouse locations. See the eligibility requirements for emergency food assistance below.

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Meal Sites

Nutritious, prepared meals are served for free at a variety of locations throughout Lane County. You can visit a meal site as often as you’d like, no identification or eligibility required. To find a location, use our food finder and filter your search for meal sites. Services and times are subject to change.

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If your income is at or below the gross annual income listed for the number of people in your household, you are eligible to receive food from a partner pantry or our mobile pantry.

2026 Income Guidelines

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Household Size Monthly Income Annual Income
1 $3,990 $47,880
2 $5,410 $64,920
3 $6,830 $81,960
4 $8,250 $99,000
5 $9,670 $116,040
6 $11,090 $133,080
7 $12,510 $150,120
8 $13,930 $167,160
Each additional person add: $1,420 $17,040

You are also eligible if your household participates in any of the following programs:

  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • Social Security Disability Income/Social Security Income (SSDI/SSI)
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly known as food stamps)
  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
  • Women, Infant and Children Supplemental Nutrition (WIC)
  • Free or Reduced School Lunch Program

Download the USDA Emergency Food Assistance Program income guidelines in English and Spanish.

As nonprofit- or faith-based organizations, our partner pantries and our Mobile Pantry are dedicated to supporting our community. When you visit a pantry, you should feel welcomed, accepted and treated with dignity. In addition to food box distribution, some pantries offer additional items or services, such as hygiene or personal care products or information about programs.

Also important to know:

  • Food for Lane County does not distribute food to individuals at our warehouse locations. To find pantry locations, use our food finder.
  • No identification, proof of income or Social Security number is required for food. Some sites may request these for other services, but you can decline if you are only seeking food.
  • Community members who visit our partner food pantries must meet the USDA Emergency Food Assistance Program Requirements.
  • You can expect to receive a 3- to 5-day supply of nutritionally balanced groceries per visit. How often you can visit varies by pantry. Please bring plenty of bags or boxes for the food you’ll receive.
  • Some pantries have bilingual volunteers or staff. Filter your search for bilingual locations using our food finder.
  • You will be asked to provide your name, address and the number of people in your household. If you don’t have a permanent residence, you can still get food.
  • If you’re unable to leave your home, you can send someone to pick up food for you by having them bring an Authorized Representative Form; download the form in English or Spanish.
  • There are designated food pantries and other services for college students that are not income based, such as the UO Student Food Pantry and the Lane Titan Pantry and Closet.
  • Food pantry services and times are subject to change.

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