If your family is feeling the pinch with SNAP funding on hold, you’re not alone — and the New River Valley is full of organizations ready to help. We’ve rounded up local resources where you can find free groceries, community meals, and kid-friendly food programs to make things a little easier.Please refer to this link with a more comprehensive listing and details of assistance for areas across the New River Valley.
Local Food Pantries and Food Banks
- Blacksburg Interfaith Food Pantry -- 706 Harding Avenue Blacksburg, VA
- Agape Center NRV -- 1175 Cambria st, NE Christiansburg
- St. Mary's Caring Closet -- St. Mary's Catholic Church Blacksburg - Call 540-552-1091 for assistance.
- New River Community Action -- Emergency Assistance
- The Giving Tree Food Pantry -- 2455 Peppers Ferry Road Northwest, Christiansburg -- thegivingtreefoodpantry@gmail.com
- Giles County Christian Service Mission -- 516 Wenonah Ave Pearisburg, VA
- Bountiful Blessings -- 6236 Floyd Highway South, Willis, VA -- open on the third Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m
- Calvary Baptist Church’s Friends & Food Program -- 1400 Floyd Highway North, Floyd -- Third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m
- Copper Hill Church of the Brethren Food Bank -- 8838 Floyd Highway N., Copper Hill, VA -- Thursday mornings but appointment, call 540-651-6381
- Eagles Nest Regeneration -- 148 Rehoboth Lane NE, Floyd -- Open Thursdays 1pm - 4pm
- Havens Chapel Methodist Church Food Bank -- 3375 Daniels Run Road, Check, VA -- 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of each month, (540-651-8215).
- Plenty! -- 192 Elephant Curve Road NW, Floyd, VA -- Open three times per week
- Stonewall House of Prayer and Restoration Food Bank Ministry -- 132 Stonewall Rd. NE, Floyd -- 1st Saturday of each month from from 10 a.m. to until done - email dwwhitlock63@gmail.com
- First Apostolic Church of Radford -- 301 Bolling Street Radford -- Every 4th Saturday from 10-12
Community Meals & Free Food Events
- Blacksburg Farmers Market - accepts SNAP and matches dollar for dollar up to $50 in free food at the market - open Wednesdays(through November ) 2pm-6pm and Saturdays 9am-2pm
- Floyd Farmers Market - accepts SNAP and matches dollar for dollar up to $50 in free food at the market - Saturdays 9am - 1pm
- The Salvation Army New River Valley Soup Kitchen — Mondays and Fridays 12pm -1pm
- Park United Methodist Church, Christiansburg Thursdays 5:30pm -7pm
- Radford-Fairlawn Daily Bread -- 501 Second Street, Radford -- Mon - Friday 11:00am - 12:15pm
- First United Methodist Church -- 301 Jefferson Ave N Pulaski -- Tuesdays 6pm
For Families with Kids
Many organizations in the New River Valley offer free meals or snacks for children and teens, even outside of school hours. Check with:
- Local YMCAs, Boys & Girls Clubs, or after-school programs
- Libraries or churches that host kids’ meal days or snack tables
- County or city social services websites for up-to-date youth meal information
Blessing Boxes, Little Free Pantries, & Community Fridges
These small, take-what-you-need spots are stocked by neighbors and open 24/7:
- Sunnyside Church Pantry, 2275 Lick Run Road, Blacksburg
- Blacksburg Baptist Blessing Box, 550 N. Main Street, Blacksburg (canned food, snacks and toiletries)
- Micah's Mini-Pantry at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 670 Tom's Creek Road Blacksburg (restocked weekly)
- Little Free Pantry, 220 W Main St, Christiansburg (This pantry is managed by Cub Scouts Pack 145)
- Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 1845 Cambria St, Christiansburg - Little Free Pantry
- Park United Methodist -- 306 Park Street Christiansburg
- Faith Christian -- 3rd Street Southwest, Christiansburg
- St. Paul United Methodist Church in Christiansburg - Blessing Box
- GS Troop 2032/JCUMC Little Free Pantry, 5095 Alum Spring Road, Pulaski
- Fairlawn Presbyterian Church, Peppers Ferry Road, Pulaski Ave
- Belview Church, 3619 Onyx Drive, Radford
- Pearisburg Library - 209 Fort Branch Road, Blessing Box
- Pearisburg Town Office -112 Tazewell St, Blessing Box
- Narrows Farmers Market - 135 Monroe St, Blessing Box
- Pembroke Library - 500 Snidow St, Blessing Box
- Rich Creek Community Center -140 Spruce St, Blessing Box
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💕 Ways to Help Others
If your family is in a position to give back, many of these groups welcome donations or volunteers. A few cans of soup, a bag of rice, or a few minutes helping stock shelves can make a real difference.
More Local Resources
- 211 Helpline: Call 211 or visit 211.org for up-to-date information on food, housing, and family resources in New River Valley.
- Feeding America: Find additional food pantries at FeedingAmerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank.
Macaroni KID New River Valley is here to support local families — whether it’s finding fun things to do or helping when times are tough. Because being part of the New River Valley means showing up for each other — and we’re always here to help you find what your family needs.
