Free Food in Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces is southern New Mexico's second-largest city, nestled in the Rio Grande Valley with mountain views. The area is home to a university, a young demographic, and generations of valley families.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 23% of Las Cruces residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 17 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Las Cruces resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Las Cruces
- Food Pantry: 14
- Food Bank: 2
- Meal Program: 1
- Soup Kitchen: 1
- Summer Feeding: 1
Resources in Las Cruces
17 results
Aggie Cupboard - Food Pantry
906 Gregg Street
Food Pantry
Butterfield Community Center
9350 Berry Patch Lane
Summer Feeding

Calvary Baptist Church
139 S. Main Street"
Food Pantry

Calvary Chapel of Las Cruces
5605 Bataan Memorial West
Food Pantry

Casa de Peregrinos, East Side Senior Food Pantry
310 North Tornillo Street
Food Pantry

Community Action Agency Food Bank
3880 Foothills Road Suite A
Food Pantry

Community Action Agency Food Bank - Las Cruces
3880 Foothills Rd
Food BankFood Pantry

East Mesa Baptist Church - Food Pantry
6160 Moongate Road
Food Pantry

El Caldito Soup Kitchen
999 W Amador Ave
Meal ProgramSoup Kitchen

God's Pantry at University UMC - Food Pantry
2000 South Locust Street
Food Pantry

Life's Purpose Church of God Food Pantry
1800 S. Locust Street
Food Pantry

New Covenant Fellowship Food Pantry
2407 W. Picacho Ave
Food Pantry

Peace Lutheran Church
1701 Missouri Avenue
Food Pantry

Roadrunner Food Bank - Las Cruces
2100 N Main
Food Bank

Salvation Army Food Pantry
2941 Morning Star Drive"
Food Pantry

The Salvation Army - Family Thrift Store
220 E. Idaho
Food Pantry

Trinity Lutheran Church Pantry - Food Pantry
2900 Elks Drive
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Las Cruces
Where can I get free food in Las Cruces?
There are 17 options available, including food pantries, food banks, meal programs, summer feeding programs, and soup kitchens.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most are open to anyone without proof of income. It's wise to call ahead to locate the best option for your needs and confirm hours.
Is the food really free?
Completely free. No eligibility checks or paperwork required.



