The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program in Lawrence, KS, is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of low-income pregnant and postpartum women, along with infants and children up to five years old. By offering nutritional education, supplemental food assistance, and strong support for breastfeeding, WIC empowers families to cultivate healthy food habits. Additionally, we connect participants with vital medical resources and community services to ensure comprehensive support during these critical early years of development.

Campus Cupboard, located in Lawrence, KS, serves as a vital food pantry dedicated to supporting KU students, faculty, staff, and affiliates with essential food assistance. Our mission is to provide emergency food and resources that fulfill basic nutritional needs, ensuring that no member of our university community goes hungry. We invite you to visit us on Level 4 of the Kansas Union, conveniently accessible from both the Student Involvement and Leadership Center and the Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center, where we are committed to fostering a supportive environment for everyone seeking help.

Just Food's Food Pantry in Lawrence, KS, is dedicated to providing essential food assistance to individuals and families in need every week. Our program is designed to meet basic nutritional requirements without the barriers of income, residency, or household member verification, ensuring that help is accessible to everyone. By simply completing our online form, you can easily begin shopping at Just Food and receive the nourishment you need. We are committed to alleviating hunger and supporting our community with compassion and efficiency.

The Kansas Food Assistance Program (SNAP) in Lawrence, KS, is dedicated to empowering low-income households by providing essential food assistance and promoting access to a nutritious diet. Through the program, eligible individuals receive a Kansas Benefit card, allowing them to purchase food with ease. SNAP also offers support in navigating the application process and assessing eligibility, ensuring that everyone who qualifies can benefit. In addition, the program enriches lives with free classes on nutrition, cooking, and physical activity, helping participants cultivate healthy habits and make informed choices about their dietary needs.

Trinity In-Home Care provides compassionate and dedicated In-Home Support services for the elderly and individuals living with disabilities in Lawrence, KS, and Douglas County. Our range of services includes light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping, personal care, bathing support, mobility assistance, companionship, medication reminders, local transportation, community integration, caregiver respite, and around-the-clock care. We understand that every individual's situation is unique, which is why we offer private pay services with sliding scale fees based on household income and assets to ensure everyone can access the care they need. For information on qualifying for our services, we invite you to reach out to us for an application, and let us help you or your loved one live comfortably and independently at home.

Located in Lawrence, KS, the Food Pantry is dedicated to alleviating food insecurity by providing quality food assistance to households in need. Our mission focuses on delivering essential nutrition to individuals and families facing hunger, ensuring they receive the food necessary to meet their basic nutritional needs. We understand the urgent requirements of our community and strive to support every person who walks through our doors with compassion and care. Whether you need emergency food supplies or are seeking ongoing food support, we are here to help you navigate your path toward nourishment and stability.

Located in Lawrence, KS, the First Baptist Church Food Pantry is dedicated to providing essential food assistance to families in need. Our welcoming pantry allows guests to choose food items that best suit their nutritional needs, ensuring that everyone leaves with the support they require. Open every Wednesday from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. and on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., we strive to make access to emergency food straightforward and compassionate, with no identification required—just a simple acknowledgment of your household size. During the ongoing COVID-19 situation, we invite guests to visit the pantry up to two times each month. We are here to help our community thrive through these challenging times.

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of low-income individuals aged 60 and older in Lawrence, KS, and across our 53-county service area. Each month, we provide nutritious food packages that include a variety of essential items such as cheese, shelf-stable milk, peanut butter, dried beans, cereal, meat, vegetables, fruits, juice, and more, ensuring that our senior community has access to vital nutrition. We invite eligible individuals to apply for this food assistance program by contacting their local administering organization, which can assist with the application process. Whether individuals prefer to receive a mailed application or print an electronic form, we are here to support them in securing the healthy food they need.

Kansas SNAP-Ed is dedicated to empowering low-income residents of Lawrence, KS, by making healthy choices accessible and attainable. Through engaging nutrition and physical activity education, our program partners with local and statewide organizations to cultivate supportive policies and environments that encourage healthy habits. Our SNAP-Ed classes are designed to help participants enhance their nutrition, increase their fruit and vegetable intake, boost physical activity levels, and maximize their food budgets. We focus on delivering comprehensive nutrition education and health initiatives that foster positive lifestyle changes.

At Emergency Disaster Services in Lawrence, KS, we are dedicated to providing essential support during times of crisis, ensuring that individuals and communities can recover and rebuild with dignity. Our comprehensive services include emergency shelter, food and water assistance, and financial aid tailored to the specific needs of those affected by disasters. We not only focus on immediate relief but also emphasize long-term recovery through disaster preparedness, spiritual support, and advocacy, guiding our clients through identification registration and reconstruction efforts. Our commitment to serving every individual with compassion and practicality underscores our mission to help communities thrive in the face of adversity.

Meals on Wheels of Eastern Kansas is dedicated to supporting seniors and homebound individuals in Lawrence, KS, and surrounding Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas counties. Our essential service delivers hot, nutritious meals daily, empowering our participants to maintain their independence at home while effectively managing chronic health issues and reducing hospitalizations. We believe in making food assistance accessible, offering reduced meal rates of $4.00 for those over 60 and $5.50 for individuals under 60. For seniors classified as homebound, we utilize funds from the Older Americans Act to ensure they receive their meals at no cost, only requesting a voluntary donation to help sustain our program. We are committed to ensuring that no one faces food insecurity alone and that every meal served contributes to the well-being and safety of our community's seniors.