Food Distribution is available on the FIRST FOUR FRIDAYS OF EACH MONTH
Shopping from 9:30 to 11:15 AM and from 12:30 to 2:15 PM
Drive Thru from 9:30 to 11:30 AM and from 12:30 to 2:30 PM

Food Distribution is also available ON MAY 2 AND MAY 16
DRIVE THRU ONLY FROM 4:00 TO 6:00 pom

Volunteers are needed on Friday Distribution Days from 8:30 to 3:00 and 4:30 – 6:30 on some Fridays and most Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 for Manna Truck Unloading and Box Packing. Click Here for the Schedule.

Distribution Center (No Mail)
189 Old Vale Road Newland, NC 28657
Click Here for Directions
Mailing Address: PO Box 1075 Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-783-8506

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The Need

Food insecurity is a chronic problem in Avery County and the surrounding area.

  • Approximately 3,000 (17%) of Avery County residents experience some degree of uncertainty about their next meal during the year.
  • This includes between 750 and 1,000 children.
  • Current programs reach less than 32% of those in need.

Feeding Avery Families is committed addressing food insecurity through a variety of Food Distribution and Community Outreach programs.

Ways You Can Help

  • Support FAF through financial donations.
  • Volunteer your time and talents.
  • Partner with FAF through sharing of your resources.
  • Get involved through food drives, fund raisers and events.
  • Share information about FAF with your friends and neighbors to help us reach those in need.

Thank you to the following organizations for supporting us with grants to feed local families.

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