2nd annual Rooted in wellness - september 12, 2026
🍎 FOOD ASSISTANCE
No one should have to wonder where their next meal will come from. If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, these organizations provide nutritious food, meal programs, and additional support to help individuals and families meet their basic needs with dignity.
Brown Bag of Columbus
Description:
Provides monthly groceries to income-eligible adults age 60 and older, helping seniors maintain food security and independence.
Address:
1342 17th Street
Columbus, GA 31901
Phone:
706-596-8581
Website:
https://brownbagofcolumbus.com
Hours:
Please call for distribution schedule.
Eligibility:
Adults age 60 and older who meet income guidelines.
Counties Served:
Muscogee County and surrounding communities.
Services Provided:
✔ Senior Food Assistance
✔ Monthly Grocery Distribution
Feeding the Valley Food Bank
Description:
Serves Columbus and surrounding communities through food distributions, mobile pantries, senior nutrition programs, and partnerships with local food pantries. Feeding the Valley works to alleviate hunger across Southwest Georgia and East Alabama.
Address:
6744 Flat Rock Road
Midland, GA 31820
Phone:
706-561-4755
Website:
https://feedingthevalley.org
Find Food Near You:
https://feedingthevalley.org/find-food
Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM–12:00 PM
Counties Served:
Muscogee, Marion, Chattahoochee, Harris, Talbot, Taylor, Schley, Stewart, Webster, Sumter and surrounding communities.
Services Provided:
✔ Emergency Food Assistance
✔ Mobile Food Pantries
✔ Senior Food Programs
✔ SNAP Outreach
✔ Partner Food Pantries
Harvest of Hope Food Pantry
Description:
Provides emergency groceries and food assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in the Americus and Sumter County area.
Address:
606 McGarrah Street
Americus, GA 31709
Phone:
229-891-1967
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/hhfpamericus
Hours:
Please contact the pantry or visit their Facebook page for current distribution days and hours.
Counties Served:
Primarily Sumter County and surrounding communities.
Services Provided:
✔ Emergency Food
✔ Community Food Pantry
✔ Holiday Food Assistance
Second Harvest of South Georgia (Regional Resource)
Description:
Partners with local agencies and food pantries throughout South Georgia to distribute nutritious food and reduce hunger.
Address:
1411 Harbin Circle
Valdosta, GA 31601
Phone:
229-244-2678
Website:
https://feedingsga.org
Services Provided:
✔ Food Distribution
✔ Partner Agency Network
✔ Mobile Pantries
✔ Senior Programs
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Description:
Provides monthly food benefits to eligible households to purchase groceries and nutritious foods.
Website:
https://gateway.ga.gov
Phone:
877-423-4746
Services Provided:
✔ Food Benefits
✔ Nutrition Assistance
✔ EBT Services
St. Anne Community Outreach
Description:
Provides emergency food assistance, clothing, utility assistance, rental assistance, employment readiness, and case management services for families in need.
Address:
1820 Box Road
Columbus, GA 31907
Phone:
706-568-1592
Website:
https://www.stanneoutreach.com
Hours:
Monday–Thursday
9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Counties Served:
Muscogee County and surrounding communities.
Services Provided:
✔ Emergency Food
✔ Clothing Assistance
✔ Utility Assistance
✔ Rent Assistance
✔ Employment Readiness
✔ Financial Assistance
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