Senior Food Boxes and Golden Groceries Pantries

Senior Food Boxes and Golden Groceries Pantries is sponsored by Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Provides food assistance to seniors through various programs, including Senior Food Boxes and Golden Groceries Pantries.

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Every Person. Every Day. At Food Bank of Northern Nevada, we’re committed to supporting the health and well-being of older adults in our community.

Our senior programs provide food assistance tailored to meet the unique nutritional needs of seniors, helping them maintain independence and enjoy a better quality of life. Through partnerships with local agencies and senior centers, we offer access to nutritious groceries, fresh produce, and other essential food items designed to support healthy aging.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP/formerly food stamps) is an important program for struggling seniors and others. The Food Bank of Northern Nevada offers SNAP Outreach to help connect eligible clients to these vital benefits. Our team is available to answer questions regarding eligibility and can even assist with the application process.

Visit the SNAP Help page for more information and to view the current schedule for our Snap Outreach team. The Food Bank’s Produce on Wheels program focuses on providing access to healthy, nutritious foods that can often be out of reach when living on a fixed income. Produce on Wheels delivers fresh produce to clients at senior living communities and senior centers across northern Nevada.

During each distribution, seniors are provided with small, manageable quantities of a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Clients are welcome and encouraged to attend both distributions held at their assigned site each month. View the Produce on Wheels Schedule: For more information please contact Sean Meeks at (775) 331-3663 ext 142.

Participants must be at least 60 years of age Valid ID and be willing to complete a brief Intake Form and Survey There are NO income restrictions for this program SENIOR NUTRITION & WELLNESS PROGRAM / SENIOR BOXES Through the Senior Nutrition and Wellness Program (SNWP/formerly CSFP), the Food Bank of Northern Nevada provides a monthly box of nutritious food to low-income seniors 60 years and over.

Boxes are distributed at more than 40 locations across Reno, Sparks, and rural northern Nevada. Program participants are provided with a box of supplemental food items, which may include canned meat; vegetables; fruit; cereal, pasta, rice, or potatoes; evaporated or dry milk; dry beans or peanut butter; and American cheese each month.

View the USDA’s Nutrition in the Commodity Supplemental Food Program Food Package flyer for nutrition information and tips. Guests visiting the SNWP/Senior Box distributions are also able to access fresh fruits and vegetables while picking up their monthly box.

View the Senior Nutrition & Wellness (formerly CSFP) Distribution Schedule: SENIOR NUTRITION & WELLNESS (SNWP) ELIGIBILITY: Participants must meet SNWP income requirements (View the 2025 Income Eligibility Guidelines) Participants must be at least 60 years of age Eligible clients are required to provide monthly gross income, proof of residency in the state of NV, and a photo ID Once enrolled in SNWP, you must visit the same site each month to pick up your items and cannot pick up from other locations.

If you move and need to switch to a closer site, please let us know so we can update your information.

If you’re unable to attend a distribution, you can add a proxy to your application, allowing someone else to pick up your box on your behalf The Senior Nutrition and Wellness Program is part of the USDA’s Commodity and Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and is administered by the Nevada State Department of Administration, Purchasing Division; Food Distribution Program.

For more information on either of these programs, or to inquire about whether you may qualify, please contact (775) 331-3663. Non-Citizens & USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Programs Non-citizens and their family members may be eligible to participate in several programs operated by the Food and Nutrition Service, including CSFP. Applying for or receiving benefits DOES NOT make someone a “public charge.

” Visit the USDA’s Non-Citizen Communities webpage for more details. The Food Bank of Northern Nevada is an equal opportunity employer and provider. View the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Nondiscrimination Statement.

The Food Bank partners with community food pantries to offer dedicated locations and hours designed specifically for older adults. These senior-focused pantries provide a comfortable, accessible setting where neighbors can receive a selection of nutritious groceries and food items that support overall health and well-being. Offerings vary by location and availability.

Partner pantries currently offering Senior-Only Hours are: Sparks Christian Fellowship 510 Greenbrae Dr., Sparks Every Wednesday 9:00am–10:00am Every Thursday 10:00am–11:00am Healthy Communities Coalition Dayton Food Pantry 209 Dayton Valley Rd.

, Dayton Every Tuesday 7:00am–10:00am 1560 Main Street, Susanville, CA Monday through Friday 8:00am–9:00am Second Tuesday of the month from 1:00pm–2:30pm Healthy Communities Coalition Silver Stage Food Pantry 1290 Lahontan St.

, Silver Springs Every Wednesday and Thursday 8:00am–10:00am Food Bank of Northern Nevada is proudly powered by WordPress Our current food resource map is being retired as we get ready to launch a new and improved map experience. Food resources are still available on our Get Help page.

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