Getting food from our pantry
The Isle of Wight Community Food Pantry operates as a dignity-centered, non- profit resource providing fresh produce, pantry staples, and supportive services to individuals, military, handicapped and families facing food insecurities.
*Access and Eligibility: Services are open to residents of Isle of Wight and nearby communities with no income verification or lengthy paperwork.
*Food Distribution: The pantry provides balanced meals and groceries through regular distributions, mobile free food events, and specific children's weekend meal programs referred to as our Backpacks of Love project.
*Sourcing: Food: Food and operational funding are supplied through public donations, regional grants, local corporate contributions, and strategic parnership with the regional Southeaster Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and Eastern shore. Every four months we partner with Food Lion Feeds to expand our food sourcing capabilities , rescueing and distributing fresh meals to include fresh produce and vegetables to ensure our neighbors experience the dignity they deserve.
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Who can receive food?
Our distributions are open to any individual, or family experiencing food insecurtiy, temporary financial hardship, or hunger. We welcome all neighbors in our community who need access to fresh, nutritious meals-NO STRICT PREQUALIFICATIONS ARE REQUIRED.
NEW REGISTRATION UPDATE: TO BETTER SERVE YOU, WE HAVE OFFICIALLY JOINED THE REGIONAL FOOD BANK DATABASE SYSTEM.
*SEAMLESS ACCESS: During your visit, we will help register your household into the database and issue you an official Foodbank partner Agency card. If you already have one, please be sure to bring it and we can scan and go!
Visit Any Location: Once you have this card, you can scan it for a quick, hassle-free checkins at our distributions and at any other participating Foodbank partner agency distribution in the region.
What to bring: Bring your own bags, to carry the client choice items you select. Thank you kindly!
Your step-by-step guide to receiving food
We operate as a mobile pantry, distributing food once a month at various locations within our nearby communities. Here is what you can expect:
- **Check our schedule:** Please visit our Facebook page on social media for monthly distribution dates and locations.
- **Arrive early:** For pre-bagged distributions, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes before the scheduled start time.
- **Form a line:** A volunteer will guide you on where to form a line.
- **Follow instructions:** Our volunteers will provide clear instructions on the process. If instructed to park your vehicle, it means you will have the opportunity to select your own items.
- **Bring your own:** Remember to bring your own bags or a box to carry your groceries.
Address
135 Chickadee Lane
23487 Windsor, VA neighbors helping neighbors
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 3pm
Sunday: Closed
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What types of food do we offer?
Our food offerings vary each month, depending on the generous donations we receive. We typically provide a mix of non-perishable goods and fresh produce, thanks to our valuable partnerships with Food Lion and The Food Bank of Southern Virginia and the Eastern Shore. We strive to offer a wide variety of nutritious options to meet the needs of our community.