When putting food on the table feels uncertain, knowing where to turn should be simple. This guide brings together food pantries, hot meal programs, and community food resources across Missoula so individuals and families can find support with dignity.
Most programs are run by local nonprofits, faith communities, and volunteers. Hours and offerings can change, especially around holidays and severe weather, so it is always a good idea to call or check online before you go.
Jump to:
- Main Community Food Bank & Mobile Pantry Sites
- Rural & Outlying Food Pantries
- Faith-Based Food Assistance
- Shelters & Hot Meal Programs
- Campus & Student Food Support
- Survivor & Family Support
Main Community Food Bank & Mobile Pantry Sites
Missoula Food Bank & Community Center operates as the primary hub for food assistance in the area, with extended hours and programs that reach into neighborhoods and schools.
Missoula Food Bank & Community Center
Address: 1720 Wyoming St.
Phone: 406-549-0543
Hours: Mon Tue Thu 10am-7pm; Wed Fri 10am-1pm
What they provide: Grocery-style food pantry; community center programming.
Market at Lowell Elementary
Address: 1215 Phillips St.
Hours: Wed 3pm-5:30pm
What they provide: Mobile pantry site operated by Missoula Food Bank.
Rural & Outlying Food Pantries
These pantries support residents in neighboring communities who may not be able to travel into central Missoula.
Lolo Pantry (Lolo Community Center)
Address: 12345 US-93, Lolo Community Center
Hours: 1st & 3rd Wed 4pm-6pm
What they provide: Rural food pantry in Lolo.
Bonner Pantry (Our Savior Lutheran Church)
Address: 8985 MT-200
Hours: 1st & 3rd Wed 4pm-6pm
What they provide: Rural food pantry in Bonner.
Clinton Pantry (Clinton School Annex)
Address: 20397 E. Mullan Rd.
Hours: 1st & 3rd Wed 4pm-6pm
What they provide: Rural food pantry in Clinton.
River of Hope Food Bank and Clothing Closet
Address: 4007 Hwy 200
Phone: 406-214-3803
Hours: Pantry Sat 1pm-3pm; Free clothing Wed 1pm-3pm & 1st and 3rd Sat 12:30pm-2:30pm
Who this serves: Deliveries available for those with transportation difficulties.
What they provide: Food pantry and free clothing closet.
Faith-Based Food Assistance
Local congregations host food distributions and basic-needs support as part of their outreach.
Christian Life Center
Address: 3801 South Russell St.
Phone: 406-542-0353
Hours: 2nd & 4th Mon 4:30pm-6pm
What they provide: Food distribution.
Heart Church
Address: 1001 Cleveland St.
Phone: 406-721-6884
Hours: Thu 10am-1pm
What they provide: Food, clothing, and supplies.
REVIVE Church CityFoods Ministries
Address: 2811 Latimer St.
Phone: 406-721-7804
Hours: Sat 10am-12pm
What they provide: Food distribution.
Salvation Army Missoula Food Assistance
Address: 355 South Russell St.
Phone: 406-549-0710
Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-3pm
What they provide: Food assistance and basic needs.
Shelters & Hot Meal Programs
These programs provide prepared meals and additional support for people experiencing homelessness or severe hardship.
Hope Rescue Mission Pantry
Address: 506 B Toole Ave.
Phone: 406-542-5240
Hours: Mon Wed Fri 8am-11am
What they provide: Food pantry.
Hope Rescue Mission Hot Meal
Address: 506 B Toole Ave.
Phone: 406-542-5240
Hours: Fri 4:30pm-6pm
What they provide: Hot prepared meal.
Poverello Center Meals
Address: 1110 W. Broadway
Phone: 406-728-1809
Hours: Breakfast 6am-7:30am; Lunch 11:30am-1pm; Dinner 5pm-6:30pm
What they provide: Hot prepared meals; sack lunches available.
Poverello Center Food Pantry
Address: 1110 W. Broadway
Phone: 406-728-1809
Hours: Mon Wed Thu 5:30pm-7pm
What they provide: Food pantry.
Campus & Student Food Support
Students can access food support on campus to help balance basic needs with school obligations.
UM Food Pantry
Address: UC 104, University Center
Phone: 406-243-5125
Hours: Tue 9am-2pm; Fri 10am-5pm
Who this serves: University of Montana students only.
What they provide: Campus food pantry.
Survivor & Family Support
Some programs provide food as part of broader services for people experiencing violence or crisis.
YWCA Pathways Basic Needs
Address: 1130 West Broadway
Phone: 406-543-6691
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Who this serves: Survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
What they provide: Supportive services including access to food and supplies.
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