Jim Luther New Hope Center Food Pantry serves qualifying individuals in the 53215 and 53221 neighborhoods
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat. I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink. Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me."
- Matthew 24:35,50
How it Works
Feeding the hungry, with compassion.
Qualifying clients are welcome to visit once a month to receive meat, dairy, fruits, vegetables, bread, breakfast grains, dinner grains and plant proteins in accordance with federal requirements and following the My Plate Nutrition Program. The amount of food received is based on family size.
Jim Luther New Hope Center is an Equal Opportunity Provider. We are an Infant Care Site providing formula to children less than one year of age. We also provide hygiene products such as toilet paper, toothpaste, and shampoo among other essential items.
Jim Luther NCH by the Numbers
Providing emergency sustenance to those in need.
2400
Number of individuals served monthly; approximately 40% are children.
200
Number of stock boxes served to seniors each month.
26
Number of families provided with infant formula on a monthly basis.
Client Eligibility
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat"
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What do I need to bring if I'm new?If this is your first time, welcome! Bring the following items For yourself: A photo ID for each member of the household 18 years of age or older that will be receiving food. Proof of residence such as a piece of mail received in the last 30 days. Identification for for each child under the age of 18, such as a social security card, school ID, birth certificate, or FoodShare card.
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How do I know if I'm eligible for food?Clients must be below the federal poverty level plus 100%. Jim Luther New Hope Center is an emergency food pantry designed to supplement the FoodShare program.
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How often can I receive food?Clients may receive food once each calendar month.
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What if I have a need outside of food?Jim Luther New Hope Center can provide support with emergency food, infant formula, diapers, and connections to jobs. For needs outside of these, call 211 to be connected with organizations that can help.