Free food pantries and grocery programs in Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland County.
Pantries operate around the Gaston, Cleveland, and Lincoln County region. Based on the needs of the family and an application process in place, those seeking help may be given support. Resources from the food banks near you include free groceries, surplus USDA commodities, and information on programs such as SNAP food stamps in North Carolina. Find a pantry, that may be open today, below as well as a phone number at the bottom of the page for more resources. Whether it is a church or some other charity organization, each location will do its best to meet the needs of the family that is seeking aid. The pantries will assist regardless of race, religion or age. In fact, senior citizens from counties such as Gaston may even receive additional benefits, such as a free Meals on Wheels service or they can sign up for surplus USDA commodities. Other non-profit food pantries may offer gift certificates to a grocery store or financial aid as well. Catholic Charities of Gaston and nearby counties (704) 370-3262
- wide number of services are run. They range from free food from a pantry to Christmas gifts, meals and toys from the adoption service. The churches may also have canned goods, hygiene items, clothing, and more.
Fallston Baptist Church Food Pantry of Lincoln County
109 Circle Drive Fallston, North Carolina 28042 (704) 538-7161
Cherryville Area Ministries
Food pantry address is 212 North Mountain Street Cherryville, NC 28021 Call (704) 435-3816 Free food is combined with money for rent or bills. Other services in Gaston County include a thrift store, clothing, and applications to SNAP food stamps. The box of food may have fruits, milk, and more.
Crisis Assistance Ministries of Gaston County
Main address is 805 West Airline Avenue Gastonia, North Carolina 28052 Dial (704) 867-8901
- soup kitchen is for families in poverty and the charity also have a pantry.
Christian Ministry of Lincoln County - Soup Kitchen
230 E Water St
Lincolnton, NC 28092 (704) 748-4961
- low cost or free mid-day meal or lunch is served.
- O.R.E. Community Development Corporation, Inc.
2118 Breezewood Drive Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 (704) 549-1953
Dallas High Shoals Christian Ministry
Application site - 110 South Gaston Street Dallas, NC 28034 Phone: (704) 922-1236 Assistance includes a free Thanksgiving or Christmas meal, medications, and more. Volunteers pass out groceries or direct Gaston area families to free diapers and other basic necessities.
Belmont Community Organization
Main address - 91 East Catawba Street Belmont, North Carolina 28012 (704) 825-4526 Furniture, free food, housewares, and back to school supplies are provided. They also run the regional Christmas Angel Tree program.
Bessemer City Crisis Center
Location is 111 N 12th St Bessemer City, NC 28016 Main telephone number for intake is (704) 629-2147
Cramerton Ministerial Relief Fund
171 South Main Street
Riverside Baptist Church
Cramerton, NC 28032 (704) 756-1531
Gaston Baptist Social Ministries - Baptist Association
1607 Rankin Lake Road
Gastonia, NC 28052 (704) 867-7257 The faith based group will help regardless of religion. The pantry may have emergency bags of groceries. Or get referrals, including to financial aid for bills or rent.
Mount Holly Community Relief Organization
2120 Spring Street Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 827-0450
Serving Our Community with Kindness in Springwood
Main address - 160 Woodlawn Avenue Belmont, NC 28012 Dial the food pantry at (704) 827-8780 for information.
The Center of Hope of Gaston County
107 South Broad Street
Gastonia, North Carolina 28052 (704) 867-6145 This resource is run by the Salvation Army. Families that are underemployed are struggling can receive a box of food or meal from the pantry. Or apply for emergency financial aid, food stamps, or holiday gift baskets.
Crisis Assistance- Home Meals
Location 4278 Catawba Ave
Denver, NC 28037 (704) 483-9238 Call for Meals on Wheels from volunteers.
First United Methodist Church - Stanley
217 North Main Street
Stanley, North Carolina 28164 (704) 263-2691 Meals are given to children in schools. They also run the help fund and provide referrals.
Locations of other food programs in the region
For more information or referrals, call 704-376-1785. Find information on free food programs, soup kitchens or pantries near you or seasonal services, such as summer meals for children or holiday support. By