Free Food in Scranton, PA
Scranton is rooted in Pennsylvania's anthracite coal mining heritage, with neighborhoods that reflect generations of hardworking families. The city's strong community character is built on these deep connections.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 20% of Scranton residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 29 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Scranton resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Scranton
- Food Pantry: 26
- Meal Program: 2
- Church-based Program: 1
- WIC Office: 1
Resources in Scranton
29 results
Bread Basket
1314 Maple Street
Food Pantry
Bread Basket - Valhalla
2754 Jackson St
Food Pantry
Friends of the Poor - Valley View Terrace
950 Pear Street, Building 9
Food Pantry
Our Fathers House - Bread Basket Soup Kitchen
500 Electric St
Food Pantry
St Francis of Assisi Food Pantry
504 Penn Ave
Food Pantry
Better Tomorrows Food Pantry
100 Townhouse Blvd
Food Pantry
Bread Basket - Elm Park
712 Linden St
Food Pantry
Bread Basket Food Pantry at Embury United Methodist Church
942 S. Main Ave
Food Pantry
Bread Basket at Embury United Methodist Church
942 S. Main Ave.
Food Pantry
Catholic Social Services
638 Hemlock St
Food Pantry
Divine Mercy Parish Food Pantry
312 Davis Street
Food Pantry
Fraternite Notre Dame
420 River St
Food Pantry
Friends of the Poor
430 Pittston Ave
Food Pantry
Friends of the Poor - Hilltop Manor
136 Belvedere Drive, In Hallway in front of the gym, Scranton, 18505
Food Pantry
Friends of the Poor - Holy Rosary Center
311 W Market St
Food Pantry
Friends of the Poor - Jackson Terrace
148 Meridian Avenue
Food Pantry
Friends of the Poor - Recovery Bank
120 Wyoming Avenue
Food Pantry
Green Ridge Assembly of God - Food Pantry
825 Green Ridge St
Food PantryChurch-based Program
Green Ridge Assembly of God Pantry
825 Green Ridge St
Food Pantry
Kinship Kitchen at Court Street United Methodist Church
816 Court St
Meal Program
MFHS Circle of Care Scranton WIC
820 S Washington Ave
WIC Office
Meals on Wheels NEPA
541 Wyoming Ave
Meal Program
Molly's Little Free Pantry
Nay Aug Park, Scranton, 18505
Food Pantry
Royal Restore Food Pantry (University of Scranton)
800 Linden Street
Food Pantry
Salvation Army Scranton
500 S Washington Ave
Food Pantry
St. Luke Episcopal Church - Friends of the Poor Food Pantry
232 Wyoming Ave.
Food Pantry
St. Paul's/St. Clare's Food Pantry
2301 N Washington Ave
Food Pantry
United Neighborhood Centers - Community Services
8 West Olive St."
Food Pantry
United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA
410 Olive St
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Scranton
Where can I get free food in Scranton?
Scranton has 29 free food resources, including food pantries, meal programs, food banks, churches, 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 is a smart first step.
Is the food really free?
Yes, free to access with no referral or application needed.