Getting HELP

Our pantry provides basic food to those who meet our eligibility criteria and live in the Village or Town of Wilson, or Wilson School District.

No one is turned away at the first visit. 

• Located behind the St. Brendan's Church at 345 Lake St. Wilson NY 14172  in the village
• Open every Tuesday between 2 and 8 pm (must arrive or call by 7:30 pm)
• Bring ID, proof of where you live, and proof of income (listed below) or proof of other services received (e.g., SNAP, WIC, Medicaid) to help us determine your eligibility.  

1. ID for ALL in the household (drivers license, birth certificates, etc)

2, Proof of residency (utility bill, landlord statement, etc)

3.AND  Proof of income (any of the following will be accepted for proof of income (ALL income must be disclosed):

Your initial visit and every year you must provide the following items to verify proof of "income eligibility" by providing the following for ALL in the household:

• DSS Client ID cards
• 1040 forms
• Paycheck stubs
• Medicaid or SNAP cards
• Pension retirement cards or statements
• WIC cards
• Unemployment Insurance paperwork (ALL income must be disclosed)
• Your initial visit and every year you must provide the above items to verify proof of "income eligibility" for ALL in the household.

The pantry distributes a 3 day supply of food every month , once every 4 weeks.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT:

• Emergency Food
• Holiday meals available when donations allow
• Information on area soup kitchens and food distribution
• Trained volunteers help shoppers make positive choices