05/11/2025
Food assistance due to recent government changes and the shutdown affecting programs like SNAP in Jacksonville, FL.
🍎 Food Assistance Resources in Jacksonville, FL
Celebration Church
9555 R G Skinner Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Community Organizations and Food Pantries
These organizations are traditional sources of food assistance and are seeing a significant increase in demand.
Feeding Northeast Florida (FNFL)
They partner with hundreds of agencies and host mobile food pantries. Check their website for the most current dates and locations, as these can change weekly.
You can also use their online tool to find a food pantry, soup kitchen, or mobile distribution near you.
Lutheran Social Services of Northeast Florida (LSS)
Runs a food pantry for Duval County residents for emergency groceries (requires reserving a spot online).
Location: 4615 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32207
They have reported critically low supplies and a major increase in need.
Farm Share
One of Florida's largest independent food banks, they have been setting up distribution sites across the state to help families missing SNAP benefits. Check local listings for their specific distribution events in the Jacksonville area.
Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (BEAM)
Accepts food bank donations and provides assistance at their center in Jacksonville Beach.
Location: 318 7th Ave N, Jacksonville Beach, FL.
Mandarin Food Bank
Provides nonperishable food.
Hours: Typically 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Catholic Charities Food Pantry
Operates in partnership with Feeding NE Florida.
Location: 1430 Bernita St. in Arlington.
Local Businesses Offering Relief
Some Jacksonville businesses have offered specific deals or free meals to those impacted by the pause in benefits:
Jerome Brown BBQ
Location: 7830 Lem Turner Road, Jacksonville.
They have been providing a limited number of free meals daily. They ask people to text their name and phone number to 904-532-0286 to confirm pick up, rather than just showing up.
Donatos Pizza
Locations: 9735 Old St Augustine Road, Jacksonville and 1500 Beach Blvd #311, Jacksonville Beach.
Offering 75% off any pizza for customers with a Florida EBT card until SNAP benefits resume.
Wicked Batter
Location: Lake Gray Boulevard, Jacksonville.
Offering free birthday cakes for military members until they receive their pay.
Pie Heaven Bakery Café
Location: 1980 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach.
Offering a free chicken pot pie for government employees required to work without pay.
Programs with Discounts/Fee Waivers
Companies are offering relief specifically for SNAP recipients using online services:
DoorDash Emergency Food Response
Waiving delivery and service fees for an estimated 300,000 orders for SNAP recipients who link their SNAP/EBT card to their profile.
Use the promo code SNAPDD.
Gopuff
Committing up to $50 worth of groceries for free (two $25 credits) for customers who link their SNAP EBT card.
Use codes SNAPRELIEF1 (first half of the month) and SNAPRELIEF2 (second half of the month) at checkout.
Due to the nature of the situation, the availability of these resources is dynamic. It is always a good idea to call ahead to confirm their operating hours and current availability of
Jacksonville, FL food banks:
*UCOM Jacksonville Food Pantry*
Address: 3349 St. Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: 904-396-2401
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Services: Healthy food, pantry staples, frozen meats, and fresh produce
Mandarin Food Bank
Address: 11730 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32258
Phone: (904) 292-1675
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Services: Food bank, clothes closet, and referrals for other needs
Max Block Food Pantry (JFCS)
Address: 6261 Dupont Station Ct E, Jacksonville, FL 32217
Phone: 904-394-5800
Contact: Sarah Gordon ([email protected])
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Services: Food pantry serving the entire Jacksonville community
BEAM Food Pantry
Phone: (904) 241-2326
Service Area: 32233, 32266, 32250, 32082, 32224, and 32227
Hours: Varying hours for different locations (Jacksonville Beach and Mayport)
Services: Food assistance, personal care items, and accommodations for dietary restrictions
Catholic Charities Jacksonville Food Pantry
Address: 1430 Bernita St, Jacksonville, FL 32211
Hours: Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (registration starts at 8:30 a.m.)
Services: Drive-thru food pantry
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Food Pantry
Address: 4615 Philips Highway
Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (appointments required)
Services: Food pantry, pet food bank (in partnership with Jacksonville Humane Society)
These organizations may have specific requirements, such as proof of residency or identification, and may offer additional services like referrals or support. It's best to contact them directly for more information and to confirm their hours and services.
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