Food & Support for Sanford Residents
At the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, we’re here to meet the hunger crisis head-on.
This is especially important at a time when our community is facing impossible choices between food, housing, and medicine. So if you or someone you love is looking for food assistance in the Sanford area, please know this: you are not alone, and support is available close to home. Across Lee County and the surrounding communities, trusted local partners are ready to welcome neighbors with dignity, care, and compassion. Our network of pantries, no-cost markets, and meal sites is here to help!
Nearby Food Assistance Partners in Sanford, NC
The following food assistance sites are located in Sanford and are well-positioned to support families and individuals in need:
- Salvation Army - Lee County
1740 S. Horner Blvd. Sanford, NC 27330 | (919) 718-1717
Meals: 9-10 am daily | Pantry: Tuesday and Thursday 10am-12pm *ID REQUIRED - UOC: Christian United Outreach Center
2885 Lee Ave, Sanford, NC 27332 | (919) 774-8485
Mondays 4-6pm | Wednesdays 12-2pm | Fridays 12-2pm *Lee County proof of residence, names & DOB of all household members, 1 visit/month - Bread of Life Ministries Food Pantry
219 Maple Ave, Sanford, NC 27330 | (919) 777-7233
Tuesdays 10am-12pm | Thursdays 12pm-4pm | Saturdays 11am-12pm - Lee County Senior Center Diner's Club
1615 S 3rd St Sanford, NC 27330 | (919) 776-0501
Meals: Monday-Friday 12pm
These and many other local organizations are part of the broader Food Bank network that works together to ensure food remains available to all who need it in Sanford and beyond.
Find Food Near You, Anytime
For the most up-to-date information on free food pantries, no-cost markets, meal sites, and delivery programs, we encourage you to visit FoodFinder. Our app allows you to search by address or ZIP code and filter by hours, program type, and accessibility — making it easier to find the options that work best for you or your family.
Additional Nutrition & Grocery Support
Beyond local pantries and markets, there are several programs that may help stretch household food budgets and provide added stability:
Access free school lunch, summer meals, and nutrition support for kids and teens.
Receive food boxes and nutrition support for older adults.
Our mobile distributions bring fresh food to communities with fewer resources.
Our hunger relief network is designed to reduce barriers and make it easier for neighbors to access the food they need.
If you have questions or need help navigating these options, please don’t hesitate to explore local resources on FoodFinder or contact our Benefits Navigation Team.
No matter what changes may come, our commitment remains: to show up for Sanford families with care, compassion, and meaningful connection — today and for the long haul.
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