Supporting Our Neighbors: Local Food Pantries & Ways to Help

As the government shutdown continues, many families across the Ozarks are feeling the impact. From government workers missing paychecks to those relying on SNAP benefits to feed their families. With the holidays fast approaching and colder months ahead, it is more important than ever to make sure no one in our community goes hungry.

BELOW is a list of food pantries and organizations across the Springfield metro and surrounding counties that are stepping up to help. Whether you are in need of assistance or want to lend a hand, these local partners are here to support you.

If you are looking for a great way to donate food items RIGHT NOW, we are actively taking donations as a part of our, ROCK OUT WITH YOUR CANS OUT, benefit concert for Ozarks food harvest, happening November 14^th. Thank you so much for all of your support!

Springfield Metro & Greene County

Crosslines – Springfield
📍 3055 E Division St, Springfield, MO
📞 (417) 862-3586
🕓 Mon–Thu, 9 a.m.–1:45 p.m.; Fri, 9 a.m.–noon; Wed evening, 5:30–7 p.m.

Drew Lewis Foundation Pantry
📍 1126 N Broadway Ave, Springfield, MO
📞 (417) 200-2223
🕓 Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Call for appointment)

MSU Bear Pantry
📍 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO
📞 (417) 836-4840
🕓 Mon 2–7 p.m.; Tue–Thu 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Salvation Army – Springfield Pantry
📍 1707 W Chestnut Expy, Springfield, MO
📞 (417) 862-5509
🕓 Wednesday, 9:30–11:30 a.m. & 1–2:30 p.m.
💬 Offers emergency food, housing assistance, and seasonal help for holidays and back-to-school needs.

Center City Christian Outreach – Well of Life Food Pantry
📍 418 S Kimbrough Ave, Springfield, MO
📞 (417) 869-2865
🕓 Tuesday & Friday, 10 a.m.–1:45 p.m.

Destiny Church – Republic
📍 526 E Harrison St, Republic, MO
📞 (417) 732-5378
🕓 1st Tues 6–7:30 p.m.; 2nd Tues 11 a.m.–1 p.m.; 3rd Tues 4–6 p.m. (USDA); 4th Tues 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

People Helping People – Republic
📍 210 N Pine Ave, Republic, MO
📞 (417) 732-5464
🕓 Tues 9 a.m.–Noon; 2nd Sat 9 a.m.–Noon
💬 Provides emergency food, Tiger Totes for students, and holiday programs.

Surrounding Counties & Rural Ozarks

Safe Haven Now – Rogersville
📍 117 E Center St, Rogersville, MO
📞 (417) 753-7117
🕓 3rd Saturday, 8–10 a.m.

Ash Grove Food Pantry
📍 121 W Main St, Ash Grove, MO
📞 (417) 379-4421
🕓 3rd Saturday, 9–11 a.m.

The Caring Place – Walnut Grove
📍 417 S Washington St, Walnut Grove, MO
📞 (417) 788-2700
🕓 3rd Saturday, 9–10 a.m.

Kingdom Church – Marshfield
📍 1235 Spur Dr, Marshfield, MO
📞 (417) 501-5691
🕓 2nd Friday, 9 a.m.–Noon

Niangua Community Food Pantry
📍 276 N Olive St, Niangua, MO
📞 (417) 630-2046
🕓 1st Monday, 4–6 p.m.; 3rd Saturday, 9–11 a.m.

St. Joseph Catholic – Billings
📍 320 NW Washington Ave, Billings, MO
📞 (417) 744-2490
🕓 2nd Saturday, 7:30–10 a.m.

Miller Christian Services Center
📍 111 W Main St, Miller, MO
📞 (417) 452-3499
🕓 2nd Tuesday & Wednesday, Noon–3 p.m.
💬 Distributes USDA food boxes for Lawrence County residents.

Salvation Army – Branson Pantry
📍 1114 Stanley Ave, Branson, MO
📞 (417) 339-4434
🕓 Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (Closed noon–1 p.m.)

Christian Action Ministries (CAM) – Branson
📍 2400 State Hwy 165 (The HUB) & 400 W Pacific St (Downtown), Branson, MO
📞 (417) 334-1157
🕓 The HUB: Mon 2–6 p.m.; Tue Noon–3 p.m.; Fri 9 a.m.–Noon
🕓 Downtown: Thu 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
💬 Provides USDA, Senior Boxes (CSFP), and supplemental food for local families.

How You Can Help

If you’re in a position to give, even a little, your help makes a huge difference. Here’s how you can support our neighbors:

• Donate non-perishable food items (canned goods, pasta, peanut butter, rice, etc.) to any pantry listed above.
• Volunteer your time at a local food distribution or holiday drive.
• Spread the word — share this post with friends, family, and neighbors who may need these resources or want to help.

Together, we can keep our community strong — one meal, one act of kindness at a time.

Find more local resources and ways to give back at https://ozarksfoodharvest.org/