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The Hearts Behind the Pantry
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We started the Northeast Georgia Food Pantry after seeing neighbors struggle to put food on the table.
What began as a small effort to help locally has grown into a community-wide mission to make sure no one is overlooked.
Adele P., Co-Founder & Treasurer
Local Response To Real Need
The Northeast Georgia Food Pantry began with a clear goal: to make food support accessible for those who need it most — without barriers or judgment.
What started as a small, volunteer-led effort has grown into a focused network supporting seniors, hospice families, veterans, and adults with limited mobility or life changes that make accessing food difficult.
We partner with caregivers, nurses, and community organizations who identify individuals experiencing food insecurity and connect them with our pantry.
Through these partnerships, we can reach people who often fall outside traditional food programs — quietly, respectfully, and efficiently.
Our work depends on community donations and available inventory, allowing us to provide practical, shelf-stable food boxes filled with pantry staples chosen for nutrition and ease of use.
Stay connected with the NE Georgia Food Pantry for updates on local outreach, partner stories, and volunteer opportunities — visit our News & Updates page.
24%
Roughly 1 in 4 adults with disabilities nationwide report difficulty accessing consistent meals — a challenge often mirrored in rural Northeast Georgia communities.
8%
1 in 12 seniors are facing food insecurity in Northeast Georgia
11%
Approximately 1 in 9 veterans struggle with food insecurity, with higher rates among those living alone or on fixed benefits.
Our Mission
We partner with caregivers, healthcare providers, and community organizations to provide reliable, shelf-stable food assistance to seniors, hospice families, veterans, widowed individuals, and adults with disabilities across Northeast Georgia — ensuring those most at risk of hunger are not overlooked.
Where We
Serve
The Northeast Georgia Food Pantry serves Habersham, Stephens, and surrounding counties, focusing on individuals and families who face barriers to accessing traditional food assistance.
Our work centers on seniors, hospice families, veterans, widowed individuals, and adults living with disabilities across Northeast Georgia.
Through partnerships with caregivers, healthcare professionals, churches, and community organizations, we identify local needs and provide shelf-stable food boxes directly within our service area.
Each box is packed by volunteers and distributed through coordinated outreach — ensuring food support reaches those who need it most, with efficiency and respect.
Where we're headed
We’re strengthening our partnerships with caregivers, healthcare providers, and community organizations to reach more seniors, hospice families, and adults with limited access to food across Northeast Georgia.
As donations and partnerships grow, our goal is to increase the number of food boxes distributed each month and expand available items to include basic household and hygiene essentials that support day-to-day living.
