ANYONE in the Charlottesville area needing help with grocery shopping, paying for food, and / or navigating the available public resources, is welcome to contact our neighborhood association members for help and we will do our best.
Local Food Distribution Resources
New Beginnings Christian Community Church – 1130 E Market St. (12th and East Market — in our neighborhood!)
- Fridays from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
- Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Recipients can choose the food they want. No paperwork needed.
Contact Rev Liz Emrey at lizemrey@yahoo.com or call 434-964-6314 if you have questions or if you can help.
Bethel Church of God in Christ – 315 7th St. SW, Charlottesville VA
Every Wednesday, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Food will be distributed while supplies last. All are welcome.
For more information, call 434 320-8146 or email: bcogic621@gmail.com.
Online tools
- Foodfinder Map
- Find Food Support (from Google and helpful in locating your nearest food bank, food pantry, or school lunch program pickup site.
- 24/7 Food Security Text Line text “FOOD” or “COMIDA” to (844) 947-6518 to receive information about food resources available near your current zip code. Information is available in English and Spanish.