Welcome to Feeding Avery Families Food Pantry!

Feeding Avery Families (FAF):
- Non-profit Food Pantry in Avery County NC
- Dedicated to eliminating hunger by providing supplemental food assistance to those in need.
- Mission is achieved through monetary and food donations, and a committed group of volunteers.
- Serves residents of Avery and surrounding areas including Newland, Banner Elk, Elk Park, Beech Mountain, Crossnore, Linville and more.
- Provides supplemental food assistance to 500+ families (1,100+ individuals) each month.
- Distributed more than 710,470 pounds of food in 2024. Enough for 592,058 individual meals. Value of $1.4 million.
- Read more about us in our 2024 in Review.

GET FOOD: Select Your Own Items While Shopping or Drive Thru for Pre-Packed Boxes

DONATE: Financial Donations are Essential to Address Food Insecurity

VOLUNTEER: FAF Relies on Volunteers with Many Different Roles Available
PARTNERSHIPS: Ongoing Relationships Help Address Food Insecurity
Community Outreach: Supplemental Programs Provide Food to Those Unable to Come During Normal Distribution Times
SUPPORT: Food Drives, Fund Raisers and Events Raise Money and Increase Awareness