Free Food in Keene, NH
Keene sits in the southwestern corner of New Hampshire, a town with deep roots and strong civic traditions. The community works together to ensure everyone's basic needs are met.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 11% of Keene residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 8 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Keene resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Keene
- Food Pantry: 4
- WIC Office: 2
- Food Bank: 1
- Meal Program: 1
Resources in Keene
8 results
Keene School District Summer Meals Program
Keene Middle School (Distribution Site), Keene, 3431
Meal Program

Putney Foodshelf
105 Old Homestead Highway"
Food Pantry

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry - Keene
173 Main St
Food Pantry
Southwestern Community Services WIC (Cheshire and Sullivan Counties)
63 Community Way, Keene
WIC Office
The Community Kitchen
63 Community Way, PO Box 603, Keene, 3431.0
WIC Office

The Community Kitchen
370 Marlboro St, Keene
Food Bank

The Community Kitchen (Hot Meals)
37 Mechanic St, Keene, 3431
Food Pantry

The Salvation Army Food Pantry
15 Roxbury St
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Keene
Where can I get free food in Keene?
Keene has 8 places to get free food, including food pantries, meal programs, food banks, WIC offices, and senior programs.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations are open to anyone, but some listed programs like WIC offices and senior programs do have eligibility requirements. Calling first is helpful.
Is the food really free?
Yes, the food is free to access. No referral needed.