Find Food Assistance and Resources
NEED FOOD ASSISTANCE?
We are glad that you reached out for help. Our neighbors experiencing food insecurity are at the center of all we do. We have a variety of options available for you to receive help. The Foodbank and our partner agencies are here to support you in times of need.
THE MONTHLY MOBILE FOOD PANTRY SCHEDULE
Drive-thru food distributions are on a first come first serve basis while supply lasts. Please arrive early. Distribution plans may change quickly and without much notice.
In order to accommodate others in need our Mobile Food Pantry program will provide food for you and your family at ONE location ONCE a month.
FIND A FOOD PANTRY NEAR YOU
If you have already been served at our Mobile Pantry or need further food assistance, it is recommended that you use our Pantry Locator tool below. Please enter a specific pantry name, city or zip code in the long white bar that says "Enter a Location."
*By clicking on the name of the pantry, you will see the hours of operation, and any other services they provide. If possible, we suggest calling ahead before arriving at the pantry.
COMMUNITY PANTRY
You can visit the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank's Community Pantry at 3509 Chestnut Avenue, Newport News during shopping hours for assistance:
- Tuesday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:00am - 2:00pm
- Thursday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
- Friday : 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am - 11:30am
Closed on Sundays and holidays.
Please call ahead when possible to ensure availability and assistance. Click here to access resources about our Community Pantry.
EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE
If you have utilized all the above resources and are still in need of immediate food assistance, you may contact Virginia Peninsula Foodbank at (757) 596-7188 to setup an appointment. Emergency food assistance hours are Monday-Friday from 1:30pm and 3:30pm, with appointments preferred. The Foodbank is closed on weekends and holidays.
OTHER RESOURCES IN OUR SERVICE AREA
Resources for other services in Virginia (PDF)
Dominion Power - 1-866-DOM-HELP (or 1-866-366-4357)
Additional Assistance - 2-1-1
The United We CAN (Community Assistance Network) is a referral and assistance program available from United Way. A robust network of community partners working together to keep our neighbors housed, healthy, and thriving. Helping our Neighbors in Need! 
101 York Crossing Road
Yorktown, VA 23692
Phone lines are open Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
By phone only
No walk-in/in-person appointments
Business: (757) 229-2222
Email: info@uwvp.org
Website: http://www.uwvp.org