Momentum Academy Shares Food Bank Resources for Families Impacted by SNAP Benefits

At Momentum, we’re more than schools—we’re a family. We know that when families have access to nutritious food and basic resources, our entire community grows stronger. In light of the recent SNAP benefit shutdown, we’ve compiled a list of local food pantries and support organizations ready to lend a helping hand.

Name: St. Louis Area Foodbank – School Markets (City Schools)
Address: Various partner schools across St. Louis City
Phone: 314-292-6262
Hours: Varies by school site
Eligibility: Families with children attending participating schools (usually ≥33% FRL)
Documents to Bring: Student ID or enrollment verification may be required
Website: https://stlfoodbank.org/how-we-help/programs-services/school-markets/

Name: Operation Food Search – Operation Backpack
Address: 1644 Lotsie Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63132
Phone: 314-726-5355
Hours: Partner schools distribute weekly food bags
Eligibility: Children in partner schools; contact your child’s school counselor
Documents to Bring: School enrollment only
Website: https://www.operationfoodsearch.org/programs/operation-backpack/

Name: Isaiah 58 Ministries
Address: 2149 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Phone: 314-776-1410
Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–1pm; Fresh Food Friday 10am–12pm
Eligibility: Residents of ZIPs 63104, 63110, 63118, 63116 (others once/year emergency)
Documents to Bring: Photo ID and proof of address (utility bill, lease, etc.)
Website: https://i58ministries.org/food-pantry-guidelines-and-expectations/

Name: St. Louis Dream Center Food Pantry
Address: 4324 Margaretta Ave., St. Louis, MO 63115
Phone: 314-381-0700
Hours: Tue–Thu 1–4pm; Fri 12–2pm; Sat 9–11am
Eligibility: Open to St. Louis City residents; no appointment required
Documents to Bring: Photo ID
Website: https://www.foodpantries.org/li/st_louis_dream_center_63115

Name: Guardian Angel Settlement Association – Client Choice Pantry
Address: 1127 N. Vandeventer Ave., St. Louis, MO 63113
Phone: 314-231-3188
Hours: Tue–Thu 9am–12pm; 1st Sat each month 9am–12pm
Eligibility: Families in 63113 and surrounding ZIPs
Documents to Bring: Photo ID, proof of address, and household size
Website: https://gasastl.org/

Name: St. Vincent de Paul Parish Food Pantry
Address: 1408 S. 10th St., St. Louis, MO 63104
Phone: 314-231-9328
Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–12pm
Eligibility: St. Louis City families; walk-ins welcome
Documents to Bring: Photo ID; proof of residence recommended
Website: https://svdpstlouis.org/

Name: St. Pius V / St. Vincent de Paul Pantry
Address: 517 Koeln Ave., St. Louis, MO 63111
Phone: 314-771-5390
Hours: Call for current hours
Eligibility: Residents in South City neighborhoods (63111, 63118)
Documents to Bring: Photo ID and proof of address
Website: https://saintstephenstl.org/st-vincent-de-paul-society

Name: Joint Neighborhood Ministry (JNM)
Address: 2911 McNair Ave., St. Louis, MO 63118
Phone: 314-771-3987
Hours: Mon–Thu 9am–1pm
Eligibility: Families in 63104, 63110, 63118, 63116
Documents to Bring: Photo ID, proof of residence, and household info
Website: https://www.jnministry.org/

Name: Holy Trinity Catholic Church Food Pantry
Address: 3518 N. 14th St., St. Louis, MO 63107
Phone: 314-241-9165
Hours: Wed 10am–12pm
Eligibility: North St. Louis residents
Documents to Bring: Photo ID and proof of address
Website: https://www.archstl.org/holy-trinity-parish-north-st-louis-1159

Name: Bridge of Hope Ministries STL
Address: 4001 Cottage Ave., St. Louis, MO 63113
Phone: 314-535-7819
Hours: Thu 10am–12pm
Eligibility: Open to local residents; no income restriction
Documents to Bring: Photo ID
Website: https://www.bridgeofhopestl.org/

Name: Library After School Meals
Address: Prairie Commons Branch, 915 Utz Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042 (Check Website for ALL Locations)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 3:30–4:30 p.m. (Most locations)
Eligibility: Free for children ages 5–18
Documents to Bring: N/A
Website: https://www.slcl.org/library-services/after-school-meals

You can always dial 2-1-1 or visit the United Way website for more resources.