Welcome to Feeding Avery Families, a Non-Profit Food Pantry in Avery County, North Carolina

Food Distribution is available on the FIRST FOUR FRIDAYS OF EACH MONTH. Shop 9:30 to 11:15 AM and 12:30 to 2:15 PM. Call us at 828-783-8506 for additional options!

Hello! Feeding Avery Families is dedicated to eliminating hunger by providing supplemental food assistance to those in need. Our four staff members and hundreds of volunteers are honored to help our neighbors in Avery County, including Newland, Banner Elk, Elk Park, Beech Mountain, Crossnore, Linville and other communities. Read more about us!

We serve an average of 545 families (1,489 individuals) each month during weekly distribution days and mobile food distributions. On distribution days (Fridays), each family receives 80+ pounds of food including groceries, frozen meats, produce, bread, desserts, and more. Each year, we distribute 125,000+ pounds of fresh produce to promote healthier eating habits.

During 2024, Feeding Avery Families (FAF) provided $1.4 million worth of free food to our hungry neighbors in Avery County, NC. Miraculously, FAF food cost averaged only 17 cents per individual meal, thanks to securing top quality groceries at no or very low expense through amazing partners. In addition, the dedication of 500+ volunteers kept operation costs low. Read about how to donate and volunteer.