Call ahead to confirm when they're open.

Address
217 Gail Street, Canaan, VT 05903
food pantry

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Essex, Caledonia, and Orleans Counties. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
Not stated. Bring an ID if you have one, but many pantries don't require it.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill).

In their words: “Serves residents of Essex, Caledonia, and Orleans Counties.”

This is our best read of what Northeast Kingdom Community Action has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Canaan: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm; Island Pond: Tuesdays 9:00am - 2:30pm; Saint Johnsbury: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm; Newport: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Northeast Kingdom Community Action at 217 Gail Street, Canaan, VT provides free food. Walk in, no appointment needed. Serves residents of Essex, Caledonia, and Orleans Counties.

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