Food Bank

Following Christ’s command to “give them something to eat” (Matthew 14:16), the Food Bank ministry provides nutritious food to soup kitchens and food pantries that work with individuals and families experiencing hunger. Through the generosity of donors, volunteers, and community partners, we work to ensure no one in our community goes without basic nourishment. This ministry reflects Catholic Social Teaching by upholding the dignity of the human person and caring for those most in need, serving both body and spirit.

Catholic Charities of South Mississippi's Food Bank distributes government commodities, Feeding America products, and other goods and food items to soup kitchens and food pantries throughout an eight-county service area.

Counties served through this program include Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, George, Greene, Perry

Stone, and Pearl River.

If you know someone who needs food assistance or are interested in opening a food pantry, please call 228-822-0836 or use the map below to find the pantry closest to you.

How to Find Food Near You
Our Find Food Map helps you locate food distributions and meal programs in your area. Follow these steps to get started:

Search for Locations:
• Enter an address or city in the Search bar.
• Use the Radius menu to set how far you want to search.
• Click on a pin on the map or the More Information link on your chosen location listing for additional
details. Please be aware that there may be more than one page of results.

Refine Your Search with Filters:
• Use the Filters menu to narrow results based on specific services, days open, or other criteria.
• Looking for the most up-to-date information? Check for a Freshness Badge on a location’s profile—
this means their details have been recently updated or verified.

Tips for Your Visit
• Check program hours and any eligibility requirements before visiting.

A food bank building with a delivery truck parked outside on a rainy day.

Interested in Being a food pantry or kitchen partner?

Churches and other non-profit entities may qualify to open a food pantry at their location to meet the needs of their hungry neighbors. Food pantries may apply to distribute donated food items or to also distribute USDA Commodities.

If your location is interested in opening a pantry, please complete one of the applications below and send to jkeegan@biloxidiocese.org or call 228-822-0836 for more information.

USDA Contract Only (pdf)

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12 Baskets contract Only (pdf)

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