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Address
811 D Ave., Vinton, IA 52349
groceries

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Northern Benton 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.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill).

In their words: “Residents of the northern part of Benton County are eligible. Residents south of Blacktop E-44 must use the Benton County Food Pantry in Belle Plaine. Residents must obtain a referral form from Department of Human Services and complete a one-page application at Benton County Social Services office. Use is limited to once every thirty days, with a maximum of six visits per calendar year.”

This is our best read of what Vinton Food Pantry has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Upcoming distributions

  • Tue, Sep 22: Vinton, 4 PM–6 PM
  • Tue, Oct 27: Vinton, 4 PM–6 PM
  • Tue, Nov 24: Vinton, 4 PM–6 PM

Vinton Food Pantry at 811 D Ave., Vinton, IA provides free food; next open Tuesday, September 22, 4 PM. Walk in, no appointment needed. Residents of the northern part of Benton County are eligible. Residents south of Blacktop E-44 must use the Benton County Food Pantry in Belle Plaine. Residents must obtain a referral form from Department of Human Services and complete a one-page application at Benton County Social Services office. Use is limited to once every thirty days, with a maximum of six visits per calendar year.

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