Free Food in Bedford, IN
Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Indiana, Bedford is a town with a strong sense of community spirit. Its residents have a history of looking after their neighbors.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 16% of Bedford residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 16 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Bedford resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Bedford
- Food Pantry: 6
- Summer Feeding: 4
- Food Bank: 2
- Meal Program: 2
- Blessing Box: 1
- Senior Program: 1
- WIC Office: 1
Resources in Bedford
16 results
IHC Lawrence County WIC Program
2415 Mitchell Rd
WIC Office
Bedford Community Care Center
1018 J Street
Food Pantry
Bertha's Mission
1102 16th St
Meal Program
Bertha's Mission
512 Lincoln Ave
Food Bank
Blessings Boxes of Lawrence County
Multiple locations throughout Lawrence County
Blessing Box
Blessings Boxes of Lawrence County
1008 16th Street
Food Pantry
Families First Mobile Pantry Bedford
508 Fellowship Drive
Food Pantry
God's Place
8073 Indiana 37
Food Pantry
Hoosier Uplands Home Delivered Meals
101 5th Street
Food Pantry
L.I.F.E. Blessings in a Backpack Program
1008 16th Street
Meal Program
Lawrence County Independent Schools
223 Old Farm Rd
Summer Feeding
NC Bedford Middle School
1501 N St
Summer Feeding
NC Lawrence County Fairgrounds
11261 US Hwy 50 W
Summer Feeding
Parkview School
1701 Brian Ln Way
Summer Feeding
Senior Citizens of Lawrence County
1008 16th Street
Food BankSenior Program
The Salvation Army - Hidden Falls Camp and Conference Center
208 Hidden Falls Camp Road
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Bedford
Where can I get free food in Bedford?
Bedford has 16 free food resources available, including food pantries, summer feeding programs, food banks, meal programs, and WIC offices.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations are open to anyone, though some programs like our WIC office do have eligibility requirements. It's a good idea to call ahead to check what might be the best fit for you.
Is the food really free?
Yes, all listed resources are free to access with no referral needed.
What if I need food outside of regular hours?
Some of Bedford's community fridges may be stocked throughout the day and evening—check the map for the nearest one to you.