M.A.C Food Pantry

10/05/2026

Don't miss out on this bonus food distribution this coming up Thursday!!

Bonus Distribution - Thursday, October 8, from 12 p.m. -1:30pm (or until supplies run out)
The Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County, 702 Chapin Street, South Bend. This distribution will serve up to 200 households.

Items Available: Lunch meat, vegetable oil spread, lettuce, cereal, snack bars, canned vegetables, fresh eggs, chili with beans, soup, and a bakery item.

Please note: This is a self-loading event. Neighbors should line up as they do for a normal mobile visit. Walk-ups are welcome. Limited supplies available.

Also note that while some donated items may be past the “Best Used-By Date,” the Food Bank of Northern Indiana ensures that products are distributed in accordance with Feeding America’s food safety standards.

07/04/2026

06/16/2026

Happening Now!!

Hey St. Joseph County Neighbors! If you are in need of food assistance, please stop by our upcoming mobile food distribution. 🧡

Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. ET *While supplies last.
Where: Worldwide Jewelry & Pawn, 1072 Lincolnway E., South Bend, IN 46601.
*This distribution is provided by Worldwide Jewelry and Pawn and will serve 200 households.

Assorted dry goods offered free of charge. All items are pre-boxed and pre-bagged. First come, first served, while supplies last for those in need of food assistance. One box/bag per household.

Distributions are drive through. Please remain in your vehicle and open your trunk to receive items. An area will be available for self-loading if your trunk does not open.

Thank you, Worldwide Jewelry & Pawn for sponsoring this distribution.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

Free Summer Meals ☀️

🍓🥝🍊Hello Summer!! Penn Harris Madison Schoolsis Madison Schools will be serving free breakfast, lunch, and snacks to kids right here in Mishawaka this summer!

The Summer Feeding Program provides free meals to ALL children 18 years of age or younger at each of the locations below. No student ID is required, and you do NOT have to attend a PHM school to enjoy! The only requirement is to enjoy your meal at the site where it is served, as food may NOT be taken off-site to eat.

Adults may also enjoy a meal for a $5.00 charge.

This program operates Monday-Friday, June 8th, 2026, - August 14, 2026. All sites will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, 2025.

01/27/2026

The pantry will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27th, 2026, due to unfavorable weather. This determination was made with consideration for the safety and welfare of both our clientele and volunteer base.

If you are in need of food assistance, please find resources on the Community Compass website: https://www.communitycompass.app/home

Warming shelter locations can be found by reaching out to 211 on Facebook, by phone, or online at: https://in211.communityos.org/extremeweather

Please look for updates on possible winter season closures via our page and local news outlets.

Thank you for your understanding.

❄️☃️The Pantry Crew☃️❄️

01/15/2026

The pantry is scheduled to be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 16th, 2026, due to unfavorable weather. This determination was made with consideration for the safety and welfare of both our clientele and volunteer base.

If you are in need of food assistance, please find resources on the Community Compass website: https://www.communitycompass.app/home

Warming shelter locations can be found by reaching out to 211 on Facebook, by phone, or online at: https://in211.communityos.org/extremeweather

Please look for updates on possible winter season closures via our page and local news outlets.

Thank you for your understanding.

❄️☃️The Pantry Crew☃️❄️

01/06/2026

We're back!
Did you miss us?!
Cause we missed you!

Open tonight normal hours! Both the food pantry and clothing closet! 🩵💙
6:00pm - 7:30pm

01/01/2026

We will be open again on 01/06/2026! See you soon!