Food Bank

• Need Assistance with Food: You must be a Resident of Madison County have a photo ID showing your Madison County Address. 

• Senior Critically Ill Program:  Applicants must be over 65 years of age and having difficulty with the ability to afford your prescription medication and food expenses.  

• Christmas Program:  We offer a Christmas program for the children of Madison County who are 12 years of age or younger. There are income guidelines that we must verify.  Applications for assistance begin in October.  You can view the attached Brochure for more information.

You may contact the office for information concerning any of our programs.

Below are a list of a few of the requirement in order to take part in the services offered at our Food Bank.  

Please Contact Jackie Morris for a complete listing. 

• Clients MUST have a Food referral for EVERY visit.  Referral must be from DFCS, Sheriff, Local Church or Health Department.  If your referral is from the Health Department you may use the bank one time unless you are an established patient.  To receive a referral from the Health Clinic you must be a patient. 

• Clients MUST be a resident of Madison County and able to provide an I.D. with the correct address or a utility bill for proof of residency.  

• Clients CAN NOT currently be accepting food stamps. 

• Clients can use the Food Bank twice in a six(6) month period.

All Donations are appreciated; here are some suggestions when considering donating to our Food Bank.  

• Canned Vegetables

• Canned Fruits (preferable 100% juice)

• Canned or dried beans

• Canned Meats

• Dried Milks

• Rice

• Whole Grain

• High Fiber Cereal

• Oatmeal/grits 

• Cooking oil

• Condiments 

• Personal hygiene items