Below is a list of food pantries in Saline County. If you know of one to add to the list, comment below, or email [email protected].
You can also check this list from Arkansas Food Bank.
ALEXANDER
- Avilla Zion Lutheran, 300 Avilla East, Alexander, AR 501-554-1825
- Christ Church 11800 Vimy Ridge Rd Alexander 501-455-1506
- Cornerstone Nazarene Church 25799 Interstate 30 Alexander 501-653-2886
- First Baptist Church Crisis Closet 15320 Alexander Rd Alexander 501-455-1263
- New Life Baptist on Samples Road in Alexander has a food pantry. Call 501.316.1985 to make an appointment to receive help.
- New Bethel Church of Christ, corner of Sparks and Kruse Loop – Every 3rd Sunday 5:30 to 6:30pm.
- Vimy Ridge Immanuel Baptist Church, 12214 Germania Road, Alexander AR, 72002, on the church grounds just off the parking lot – blessing box.
BAUXITE
- Mars Hill Missionary Baptist sets up across from the post office in Bauxite on the 3rd Saturdays. In bad weather they will be at the church 12800 Mars Hill Rd.
BENTON
- Benton First Assembly, 1801 Hot Springs Hwy, Benton, Tuesdays 9-11am
- CJCOHN 103 East Elm St Benton 501-840-1327 – 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 10-2 for drive-thru food pantry. Bring I.D. Need clothing? Tell the intake volunteer, and she will explain how clothing is made available.
- First United Methodist Church in Benton (Little Pantry)
- Free Will Baptist Church off Congo Rd in Benton – blessing box
- Habitat ReStore 124 S Market St, Benton (Little Pantry)
- Holland Chapel Baptist – Family Life Center, Airlane Rd, across the street from the Church (Little Pantry)
- Northside Church of Christ 917 N East St Benton 501-315-1128
- Martin St. off South St. (Little Pantry)
- Mt. Zion Baptist Church 1305 S. East St. Benton, Ar 72015. Every 3rd Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Parkview United Methodist Church. 514 N Border. Benton. 501-778-2145. Small Food Pantry and Blessing Box.
- Salem United Methodist Church blessing box outside in parking lot – 1647 Salem Rd
- Saline County Library, 1800 Smithers in Benton – blessing box
- Seventh-Day Adventist Church 2615 Lincoln Rd. – 3rd Thursdays that fall after 3rd Wednesdays
- St. Matthews Episcopal Church 1112 Alcoa Rd in Benton. Blessing Box.
- The Shop Classic Barber 115 N East St
- Victory Baptist Church 5386 Hwy 67 South 501-315-5005
BRYANT
- First Southern Baptist Church 604 S Reynolds Rd Bryant 501-847-3014 – 2nd Sat of each month @ 9am.
- First United Methodist Church in Bryant (blessing box outside) nonperishable food, toothbrushes, diapers, etc.
- Indian Springs Baptist Church does the food pantry the last Tuesday of the month.
EAST END
- Lorance Drive Church of Christ – every Tuesday
HASKELL
- Cross Roads Missionary Baptist Church, 10019 Lily Dr, Haskell
- Celebration Baptist Church (blessing box) 4601 AR-229, Haskell
SARDIS
- All These Things Flea Market 23713 N Sardis Rd Mabelvale (Little Pantry)
- Sardis United Methodist Church has a food pantry at 10715 W Sardis Rd, Bauxite, AR 72011. It is open the first and last Tuesdays. Call 501-557-2129 for more info.
SHANNON HILLS
- Healing Waters Outreach Center, 14036 N. Sardis Rd., Shannon Hills, AR. 72103
Please reply in the comments section if you know of more pantries.
It looks like you must bring ID and a utility bill. We have ladies come through our substance abuse rehab that are new to being homeless. Would they be turned away? How does this work so I can give info to our case manager?
The Salvation Army in Bryant has remained open throughout Covid-19 and hands out alot of food
Cjhohn is open on every Wed 10am-2pm drivethru food pantry.Bring I.d.
.If you call you will get a recording saying this.
Avilla Zion Lutheran Food Pantry phone number – 501-554-1825
Sardis United Methodist Church has a food pantry. It is opened the last Tuesday and the first Tuesday of every month. Call the church office at 557-2129 for more information.
Thanks for the info. I updated the list.
Can you post the days each one is open ?
Christ Church in Alexander is no longer doing food pantry the last I heard:
There is blessing box at the Saline County Library in Benton and at Free Will Baptist Church off Congo Rd in Benton.
*blessing box
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
1305 S. East St.
Benton, Ar 72015
Every 3rd Saturday from 10AM to 2PM
The Care Center on South St has closed.
Do you happen to know who is utilizing the space?
Lorance Drive Church of Christ in East End has one every Tuesday
Benton Seventh-day Adventist Church at 2615 Lincoln Rd. has a food pantry ministry on the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Salem United Methodist at 1647 Salem Road now has one.
New Life Baptist on Samples Road in Alexander has a food pantry. Call 501.316.1985 to make an appointment to receive help.
The Saline County Progressives PAC have The Little Free Pantry on Martin St off South St, also other Free Pantries at Habitat for Humanity ReStore: Benton, Arkansas, First United Methodist Church – Benton, AR, and Saline County Library plus First United Methodist – Bryant, AR
Thanks Cindy!
My brother lives alone in saline county. His wife recently passed away and he is in desperate need of food. He has no transportation. Can someone contact me and lets get him some help? 913-231-9553
Tent Builders in Benton is starting a food pantry. Will let you know as soon as it’s up and going. Would like for it be added to your list. Thank you!
We have a blessing box outside of First United Methodist Church in Bryant with nonperishable food items and other items like toothbrushes, diapers, etc.
Cross Roads MBC 10019 lily Dr, Benton (Haskell). Tomorrow. Ill check regualr dates/times and send to you Shelli
Benton first Assembly
1801 Hot Springs Hwy
Benton, Arkansas 72019
Open Tuesday’s from 9-11am
Benton First assembly’s also does food pantry on Friday from 12-2
Healing Waters Outreach Center
14036 N. Sardis Rd.
Shannon Hills, AR. 72103
What days and time are they open
Info for everyone – First Southern Baptist Church pantry is on the 2nd Sat of each month @ 9am.
Parking is on the backside area of church.
It is best to arrive there early
U should bring ur photo I’d & probably old mail with names n address of everyone that lives in ur household