Free Food in JENNINGS, LA
Jennings is a community in Jefferson Davis Parish in the southwestern part of the state, an area defined by its oil and agricultural heritage. The town maintains a sense of local pride and neighborly connection.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 22% of JENNINGS residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 14 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View JENNINGS resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in JENNINGS
- Food Bank: 4
- Meal Program: 4
- Food Pantry: 4
- Summer Feeding: 2
- Mobile Pantry: 1
- WIC Office: 1
Resources in JENNINGS
14 results
Catholic Charities of Southwest Louisiana - Jennings Food Distribution
710 N State St.
Food Bank
DCFS Jefferson Davis Parish Office
107 N Cutting Ave
Food Bank
Greater Golden Light Baptist
608 West Second Street"
Food Pantry
HATHAWAY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA PUBLIC EATING ESTABLISHMENT -- NC
4040 PINE ISLAND HWY
Summer Feeding
Jeff Davis Parish Schools Backpack Program
Jeff Davis Parish School Board office
Food Pantry
Jeff Davis Parish Schools Summer Feeding Program
203 E Plaquemine St
Food BankMeal Program
Jefferson Davis Council on Aging
210 State St
Meal Program
Jefferson Davis Parish Health Unit WIC Clinic
403 Baker St
WIC Office
Jefferson Davis Parish School Board Child Nutrition Program
203 E. Plaquemine St
Food Pantry
Jefferson Davis Parish School Board Summer Meal Program
Jefferson Davis Parish schools
Meal Program
Jennings elementary Cafeteria Public Eating Establishment -NC
1603 S Lake Arthur Ave
Summer Feeding
Louisiana DCFS - Jefferson Davis Parish Office
200 N Main St
Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank Mobile Pantry Program
Various locations
Mobile Pantry
Second Harvest Ministry - First Baptist Church Jennings
198 North Market Street
Food PantryMeal Program
Common questions about free food in JENNINGS
Where can I get free food in Jennings?
There are 14 free resources available, including meal programs, food pantries, food banks, summer feeding programs, and WIC offices.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most are open to anyone with no proof of income, though WIC offices do have eligibility requirements—calling ahead helps you identify the right services.
Is the food really free?
Yes, everything is free to access, and no referrals are required.