Local Food Banks in Marion County, FL
Here are several local organizations offering food support and additional assistance for individuals and families in need:
St. Theresa’s Catholic Church
Address: 11528 US-301, Belleview, FL 34420
Phone: (352) 245-2458
Soup Kitchen: Open daily, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Food Pantry: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Requirements: Must have a photo ID, be a Florida resident, and register to qualify.
Additional Assistance (as funds allow):
- Utility payments
- Rent
- Emergency short-term motel stays
- Employment assistance
- Help for the Homeless
- Various other financial needs
For Social Services: Call (352) 245-1359
Gateway to Hope – St. Patrick’s Church
Address: 3803 N.E. 7th Street, Ocala, FL 34470
Food Distribution: Saturdays, 7:15 AM – 10:00 AM (vehicles admitted until 9:30 AM sharp)
Prepared Lunch: Thursdays, 11:00 AM
Catholic Charities – Immaculate Heart of Mary
Address: 10670 SE Maricamp Rd., Ocala, FL 34472
Phone: (352) 687-4031
Food Pantry Hours: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Shores Baptist Worship Center, Inc.
Address: 418 Silver Rd., Ocala, FL 34472
Phone: (352) 249-7472
Food Distribution: Thursdays, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (weekly)
Wings of Faith Fellowship Church of God
Address: 5920 Pecan Road, Ocala, FL 34472
Phone: (352) 687-4600
Food Pantry Hours:
• Wednesdays, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (weekly)
• 1st Wednesday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• 3rd Sunday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Pantry located at the back of the property
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NO ONE should go hungry. There are caring hands ready to help.
In Solidarity,
UAW Local 1821