โ† Food Pantries in Ashland

CARES Community Assistance & Referral Service, Inc.

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Address
2516 Carter Ave., Ashland, KY 41105
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Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Boyd County and Ashland Area. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license. They also ask for Social Security numbers or cards for each person in the household.
Proof
They may ask for proof of income.

In their words: “Serves Boyd County and Ashland Area Residents. Must obtain a Neighborhood card at the CAReS office. Requirements for card: Picture ID for everyone 18+, proof of income for everyone in household (1 month pay stubs or government letter), last 2 bank statements (if applicable), and Social Security Numbers for everyone in household.”

This is our best read of what CARES Community Assistance & Referral Service, Inc. has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Hours aren't posted online. Call ahead to confirm when they're open: (606) 324-2949.

CARES Community Assistance & Referral Service, Inc. at 2516 Carter Ave., Ashland, KY provides free food. Walk in, no appointment needed. Serves Boyd County and Ashland Area Residents. Must obtain a Neighborhood card at the CAReS office. Requirements for card: Picture ID for everyone 18+, proof of income for everyone in household (1 month pay stubs or government letter), last 2 bank statements (if applicable), and Social Security Numbers for everyone in household.

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