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Lighthouse Ministries, Hope Center

Opens today 8 AM ET
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Address
215 E Magnolia Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
groceries

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Polk County. 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.

In their words: “Serves Polk County. The page mentions a 'Compassion Call' (855.4.CHANGE) for referrals and transportation, and a 'Compassion Card' system for individuals in need, but does not specify strict residency proof or ID requirements for the pantry itself beyond serving the county.”

This is our best read of what Lighthouse Ministries, Hope Center has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Sun ·
Mon 8 AM – 5 PM
Tue 8 AM – 5 PM
Wed 8 AM – 5 PM
Thu 8 AM – 5 PM
Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat ·

Lighthouse Ministries, Hope Center at 215 E Magnolia Street, Lakeland, FL provides free food (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 8 AM – 5 PM ET). Walk in, no appointment needed. Serves Polk County. The page mentions a 'Compassion Call' (855.4.CHANGE) for referrals and transportation, and a 'Compassion Card' system for individuals in need, but does not specify strict residency proof or ID requirements for the pantry itself beyond serving the county.

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