Free Food in Cookeville, TN
Cookeville is a Tennessee town where residents demonstrate genuine commitment to their community and to supporting one another. It's a place where people believe in building together.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 22% of Cookeville residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 9 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Cookeville resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Cookeville
- Food Bank: 4
- Meal Program: 3
- Community Garden: 1
- Farmers Market: 1
- Pet Food Pantry: 1
- WIC Office: 1
Resources in Cookeville
9 results
Catholic Charities of Putnam County
421 N Washington Ave, Cookeville, 38501.0
Food Bank
Cookeville Rescue Mission
1331 S Jefferson Ave
Meal Program
Cookeville Rescue Mission (Jefferson Ave)
1331 S Jefferson Ave, Cookeville, 38506.0
Meal Program
Cumberland Pet Essentials 'Paws in the Pantry'
142 S. Willow Ave., Cookeville, 38501.0
Food BankPet Food Pantry
Food to the Rescue
Meal Program
Helping Hands of Putnam County
421 E Broad St
Food Bank
Putnam County Department of Human Services (SNAP)
1843 Foreman Drive, Suite 101, Cookeville, 38501.0
Food Bank
Putnam County Health Department WIC Clinic (County Services Dr.)
701 County Services Dr., Cookeville, 38501.0
WIC Office
Tennessee Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)
Cookeville farmers market
Community GardenFarmers Market
Common questions about free food in Cookeville
Where can I get free food in Cookeville?
Cookeville has 9 resources including meal programs, food banks, food pantries, farmers markets, and community gardens.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations are open to anyone with no proof of income needed. A call to learn about hours and what's available can be helpful.
Is the food really free?
Yes, free to access. No referral needed.