Free Food in Marion, NC
In the foothills of McDowell County, Marion offers mountain charm and Southern hospitality. This scenic community serves those who call the Blue Ridge region home.
Everyone needs a hand sometimes, and that is where this network comes in. All 25 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
What's available in Marion
- Food Pantry: 9
- Summer Feeding: 7
- Meal Program: 4
- Food Bank: 3
- WIC Office: 1
- Farmers Market: 1
- Pet Food Pantry: 1
- Community Garden: 1
Resources in Marion
25 results
Centro Unido Latino-Americano
79 Academy St
Food Pantry

Corpening Memorial YMCA - Free Food
348 Grace Corpening Dr
Meal Program

East Marion Pentecostal Holiness Church
900 Baldwin Ave
Meal Program
East McDowell Middle
676 State Street
Summer Feeding
Foothills Community School
176 Lukin Street
Summer Feeding

Foothills Food Hub East Marion Distribution
900 Baldwin Ave, Marion, 28752.0
Food Pantry

Foothills Food Hub Jacktown Distribution
608 Jacktown Rd
Food Pantry

Foothills Food Hub Montford Cove Distribution
4920 Cove Rd, Marion, 28752.0
Food Pantry
Glenwood Elementary
1545 Hwy 221 South
Summer Feeding
Marion Elementary
209 Robert Street
Summer Feeding

Marion Little Free Pantry (Gethsemane Episcopal Church)
Corner of 8th and Washington St, Marion, 28752.0
Food Bank

McDowell County Department of Social Services
145 E. Court St.
Food Bank

McDowell County Senior Center (Home Delivered Meals)
100 Spaulding Road, Marion, 28752.0
Meal Program
McDowell County WIC Program (Foothills Health District)
408 Spaulding Rd
WIC Office
McDowell High
600 McDowell High School Rd
Summer Feeding

McDowell Mission Ministries
1155 North Main Street, Suite 10
Food Pantry

McDowell School Nutrition
334 S Main St
Meal Program

NC Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
100 Spaulding Rd
Community GardenFarmers Market
Pleasant Gardens Elementary
100 John Roach Drive
Summer Feeding

St. John's Food Pantry
339 S Main St
Food Pantry

St. John's Pet Food Bank (Mercy Rescue)
365 Stroud St
Food BankPet Food Pantry

The Salvation Army - Marion Thrift Store
2240 Us 221
Food Pantry
West McDowell Middle
346 West McDowell Middle School Road
Summer Feeding

YMCA Mobile Market - Corpening YMCA
348 Grace Corpening Dr
Food Pantry

YMCA Mobile Market - Grace Community Church (Marion)
5182 Us 70 W
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Marion
Where can I get free food in Marion?
Marion has 25 resources, including food pantries, summer meal programs, meal services, food banks, and WIC offices. Support reaches across mountain families.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations welcome anyone with no income proof needed. WIC offices do have eligibility requirements for pregnant women and young children.
Is the food really free?
Yes, all food is provided free and no referral is needed.





