Food & Support for Wayne County Residents
Food is available to all who need it.
As the price of food and fuel continues to rise, more families aren’t able to make ends meet. So if you or someone you love is looking for food assistance in Wayne County, please know this: you are not alone, and support is available close to home. Across Wayne 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 Wayne County
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 Wayne County and beyond.
ADLA
612 S Breazeale Ave, Mt. Olive
(919) 922-7713 | 1st & 3rd Tuesdays (11:00 am-2:00 pm)
Blood of the Lamb Church
1100 The First Church Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 736-7536 | 4th Tuesdays (8:30 am - 11:00 am) Sundays (8:30 am - 11:00 am)
Kingdom Builders Youth Development Program
600 E Pine St, Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 288-5655 | Saturdays (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Nothing But the Truth Ministry
1009 Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534
(910) 214-1614 | 1st and 3rd Saturdays (10:30 am - 12:00 pm)
The Original Tabernacle of Prayer
1005 S John St, Goldsboro, 27530
(919) 734-7128 | Tuesdays (9:00 am - 9:30 am)
Pete Norris Ministries Inc
126 W Walnut St, Goldsboro, NC 27533
(919) 736-2909 | Monday - Wednesday (8:30 am - 10:00 am)
Renewal Place
106 Norwayne Alumni Way, Fremont, NC 27830
(919) 607-5873 | 3rd Tuesdays (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Saint Mark Church of Christ
700 W Ash St, Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 738-8215 | 2 Fridays per month (10:00 am - 1:00 pm) — please call ahead
Woods Chapel UAFWB Church
928 E New Hope Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 778-2379 | 4th Thursdays (9:00 am - 12:00 pm) | Also available by appointment — please call ahead
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.
Visit FoodFinder (opens in a new window)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, nutrition support, and recipes tailored for older adults.
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 Wayne County families with care, compassion, and meaningful connection — today and for the long haul.
News & Updates
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Smithfield Foods ‘Hunger Relief Day’ at the State Fair Raises 170,000 Meals for North Carolina Families
State’s largest single-day food drive has provided over 5.8 million meals since 1993.
Food & Support for Wayne County Residents
Across Wayne County, trusted local partners are ready to welcome neighbors with dignity, care, and compassion.
Oct 22: Get Ready for Smithfield Foods Hunger Relief Day at the State Fair!
Donate six non-perishable items to receive free entry — and make a difference in the fight to end hunger.
Reimagining Food Access at ECU's Hungry For Change Conference
At ECU's Hungry For Change Conference, more than 100 students, campus leaders, pantry teams, and community partners explored solutions to improve food access on ECU's campus and beyond.
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