Need food & live in Assaria? Call us about our Assaria Outreach Program funded by the Greater Salina Community Foundation & Assaria Community Foundation.


Need pet food? Contact Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter for assistance – (785) 822-2753. Sign ups start at 10am, with distributions every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 4pm. Photo ID and proof of address required.

In partnership with Salina Housing Authority and funded by the Greater Salina Community Foundation, the Food Bank is excited to

bring back cooking classes.  Starting in the Fall of 2021, this bi-monthly class will give participants culinary confidence to cook healthy homecooked meals on a budget.  To learn more about the class or volunteer to help, contact our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.

RECYCLING

Our team works tirelessly developing programs that result in meaningful change. And that change is what leads step by step into a brighter future.

We promote community gardening and youth education as a sustainable approach to food security.  In partnership with North Salina Community Development, K-State Research and Extension, The City of Salina Community Gardens, Master Gardeners, Horticulture Club, and local volunteers, the FOOD BANK has renovated the Food Bank Garden to include new community garden plots and handicapped accessible raised beds.  In the garden, neighbors have a space to connect, share resources, and promote food justice. In addition, the FOOD BANK will have garden materials and tools available for gardeners young and old. For more information about the Garden, please call our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.

To develop our programs, we identified the key areas where there’s the most need. Our programs rely on active participation from our partners, supporters.

Food Bank Distribution

  1. EAFB may be able to assist with funds up to $150 for rent or utilities. If the bill is less than $150, EAFB will only help with the amount of the bill.
  2. EAFB may assist a client/household one time every 12 months.
  3. The utility must be in danger of disconnect which is verified by the client providing a disconnect notice. For rent assistance, EAFB must have a 3-day eviction notice and signed copy of the lease to assist with rent.
  4. EAFB funds must satisfy the entire amount of bill. (I.E. if the bill is more than $150 the client must have other funds committed to satisfy the bill).


Assistance with prescriptions is available on a limited basis

and only by appointment.

Senior Food Boxes

Distribution Times:
Monday: 1:00–2:45pm & 5:00–6:45pm
Tuesday – Friday: 1:00–2:45pm

Programs

YOU CAN HELP - DONATE TODAY!

Community Garden Project

DUE TO COVID-19, our lobby is closed.  Please call ahead to schedule an appointment for Emergency Assistance funds. 

​(785) 827-7111

We provide food for children who are at risk for hunger over the weekend. Nearly half the students in Saline County qualify for free or reduce priced lunches. However, on Saturday and Sunday those meals are inaccessible which makes these kids even more vulnerable to hunger.


We work with school counselors and teachers throughout the county to identify students who are in great need of food over the weekend. Backpacks with child-friendly food including shelf stable milk, juice, a high protein meal, and three or four snacks are dropped off at schools for children to take home on Friday. If you want more information about the Backpack Program, please call our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.

The Power to Effect Change

We help adults over 60 years of age stay healthy and strong. The USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program give seniors on a fixed income a monthly food box with shelf stable items, diary and produce. The food boxes are distributed through a drive-thru in the FOOD BANK parking lot.


Use the APPLICATION below to get started.  For more information about the Senior Food Boxes, please call our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.

Our Work

DUE TO COVID-19, our lobby is closed and we are assisting clients through the window.
Until further notice, clients only need a Photo ID and proof of address in Saline County (piece of mail, bill, lease, etc) to get food assistance. 

Agency Partnerships

Life Skills Cooking Classes

Backpack Program

We work with local grocery stores and farmers, as well as food manufacturers, to source donated food for distribution to people needing food assistance. Eligible clients receive a week’s worth of food (dairy products, fresh fruits and vegetables and non-perishable food items as available) free of charge. During normal operations, clients will enter the lobby and take a number. Staff will meet with clients in order of arrival to review financial eligibility and make referrals as necessary. Are you eligible?

We strive to serve everyone in Saline County struggling with hunger. In order to reach all of the county, we need to work closely with partner agencies, including homeless shelters, soup kitchens, churches, senior and youth programs. Agencies get food directly from the FOOD BANK either by placing large scale orders, and/or by helping us distribute highly perishable items through outreach programs. Together, these partnerships are fighting to end hunger in Saline County. For more information about Agency Partnerships, please call us at (785) 827-7111.

785-827-7111 | 255 S Chicago | Salina

We collect plastic and glass containers to use for the break-down of products like laundry soap and dish soap.  Donations may be brought to the warehouse during normal operation hours.  Please make sure that all containers are clean and have the correct lid.

​

Emergency Assistance

At Salina Emergency Aid / Food Bank, we are working to create hope and the opportunity for a better community. But we can only do it with your help. Join with us in our commitment and donate now.