Resident Resources

Food Resources

Local food banks, mobile markets, and food assistance programs available to Asheville & Buncombe County residents.

Asheville & Buncombe County

Local Food Resource Directory

The following organizations provide food assistance, free food distribution, and nutrition resources to residents in our community. Many programs have no income requirements or limits.

Food Bank
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MANNA FoodBank

Works every day to get food and resources to those in need across Western North Carolina. Find free food distribution locations near you via their partner network map.

šŸ“ž(828) 299-3663
šŸ“99 Broadpointe Dr, Mills River, NC 28759
Free Market
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Buncombe County Community Engagement Market

Buncombe County hosts regular community engagement markets providing free food and resources to residents. Check the county calendar for upcoming distribution events.

Food Rescue
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Food Connection

Rescues surplus chef-prepared food, repacks it into meals, and redistributes into communities — reducing food waste while easing hunger across Asheville.

šŸ“ž(828) 407-0353
šŸ“1 School Rd E, Asheville, NC 28803
Mobile Food Market
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YMCA Mobile Markets

Brings fresh, healthy food to hundreds of families each month at libraries, churches, and community hubs. No questions asked, no limits on food chosen. Also shares recipes, cooking demonstrations, and nutrition information.

šŸ“ž(828) 775-7081
šŸ“40 N. Merrimon Ave., Suite 309, Asheville, NC 28804
🌐ymcawnc.org