Free Food in Pontiac, MI
Pontiac is a historic city in Oakland County with a complex past and a determined present. The community continues to rebuild and support its residents through shared effort.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 27% of Pontiac residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 12 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Pontiac resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Pontiac
- Food Pantry: 11
- SNAP Office: 1
Resources in Pontiac
12 results
Good Samaritan Lutheran Church Food Pantry
517 W. Walton Blvd.
Food Pantry

Salvation Army Pontiac
469 MLK Jr Blvd S
Food Pantry

Baldwin Center
35 E. Huron Street"
Food Pantry

Door of Faith
212 Baldwin Avenue"
Food Pantry

Grace Centers of Hope
35 E. Huron Street
Food Pantry

Lighthouse Emergency Services Pontiac
252 Wesson Street"
Food Pantry

Newman AME Food Pantry
233 Bagley Street
Food Pantry

OLHSA - Oakland Livingston Human Services Agency
233 Bagley St."
Food Pantry

Pontiac MDHHS SNAP Office
51111 Woodward Avenue
SNAP Office

R.A.T.A.
311 Bagley Street"
Food Pantry

Safe Harbor Community Services
830 Auburn Ave"
Food Pantry

St. Vincent de Paul Church - Pontiac
120 Lewis Street
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Pontiac
Where can I get free food in Pontiac?
Pontiac has 12 resources including food pantries, summer feeding programs, and SNAP offices.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations are open to anyone, but some programs like SNAP offices do have eligibility requirements. Call ahead to see which places match your situation.
Is the food really free?
Yes, free to access. You won't need a referral.