Utah Food Bank Unclaimed

Delivers food assistance to underserved communities and schools through mobile distributions.

Provides nutritious meals to children during out-of-school hours, combating childhood hunger.

Provides essential diapers to families in need across Utah.

Rescues food from retailers to combat hunger and reduce waste.

Delivers essential food assistance to homebound individuals with disabilities across Utah.

Easily locate food pantries and services in Utah to combat hunger.

Provides nutritious food and resources to low-income seniors, improving their health and well-being.

Programs that deliver regular nutritious food and home delivery to low-income seniors and homebound adults to improve food security and health.

After-school and school-based meal programs that provide nutritious meals and safe environments to children and youth at risk of hunger.

Drive-to and site-hosted distributions that bring fresh, perishable, and nonperishable food to underserved communities and school sites.

Partnerships with retailers and logistics to rescue surplus or near-expiration food and redirect it into the distribution network to reduce waste and increase supply.

Services that connect residents to partner pantries and ensure availability of essential non-food items across a statewide pantry network.

Mobile Pantry and School Programs

Utah Food Bank's Mobile Pantry and School Programs include the Mobile Pantry Program and Mobile School Pantry, delivering food via mobile distributions across Utah. These programs reach communities with limited access to traditional pantries and provide essential food support to students and their families. Last year, the Mobile Pantry served 641,923 individuals through 475 distributions at 38 sites, while the Mobile School Pantry reached 436,190 individuals, including 247,826 children, via 70 school sites.

• Provides Healthy Foods
  Brings essential nutrition through fresh and perishable items, addressing food insecurity effectively.
• Increases Accessibility
  Facilitates access to food in locations where residents lack transportation options, enhancing community support.
• Extensive Community Impact
  Demonstrates significant outreach and impact across Utah by serving a large number of individuals in need.
• Utilizes Community Spaces
  Leverages local venues to maximize convenience and foster community participation in alleviating hunger.

Kids Cafe

Kids Cafe fills the nutrition gap that exists during out-of-school hours with nutritious after-school meals offered in partnership with educational sites. Last year, the program provided over 482,000 meals to children at risk of hunger, ensuring they receive balanced nutrition in a safe environment.

• Delivers Balanced Meals
  Each meal is crafted to provide essential nutrients necessary for children's growth, ensuring they have sufficient energy and nutrition to thrive.
• Partners With Schools
  The program collaborates with local educational institutions to make meals accessible within school settings, fostering a supportive community.
• Ensures Safe Spaces
  Children engage in educational and recreational activities after meals, promoting a sense of community and support.

UFB Diaper Program

The UFB Diaper Program ensures that diapers will be available in our statewide pantry network, so parents can provide their children with both a full tummy and a clean diaper every day. It combines community outreach through diaper drives and fundraising events to expand support.

• Provides Essential Diapers
  Families can access a reliable supply of diapers through local pantries, alleviating diaper need and supporting overall family health.
• Eliminates Tough Choices
  By providing access to diapers, families can focus on nutritional needs without sacrificing essentials for their children.

Grocery Rescue

Grocery Rescue partners with local grocery retailers to rescue items nearing expiration, turning potential waste into food for Utahns in need. The program distributes rescued food free of charge to partner agencies and significantly contributes to reducing food waste.

• Distribute Rescue Food Free
  This feature ensures that rescued food is provided at no cost to partner agencies, maximizing their resources.
• Rescued Over 22 Million Pounds
  Last year, Grocery Rescue saved over 22 million pounds of food from landfills.
• Quick Food Recovery
  Donations are collected and distributed within 24 hours, ensuring that fresh food reaches those who need it promptly.

UFB Food Box Program

Utah Food Bank provides free, monthly food assistance to homebound people with disabilities living in poverty. Each box contains approximately one week’s worth of nonperishable food, plus as much fresh food as available.

• Provides Nutritional Support
  Each food box includes a mix of nonperishable items and fresh food, catering to the dietary needs of homebound individuals.
• Ensures Accessibility
  The delivery service addresses the unique needs of individuals unable to leave their homes due to health constraints.

Find a Pantry

The Pantry locator platform helps people find partner pantries and services across Utah, enhancing access to essential food resources.

• Visual Identification of Nearby Pantries
  Easily map out the nearest food pantry locations based on your current address or ZIP code.
• Confirmed Hours With Each Location
  Users can directly contact each pantry for accurate operational hours before visiting.

Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

CSFP is a federally funded program designed to improve the health of low-income senior citizens aged 60 and older, delivering monthly packages containing nutritious food items.

• Receive Monthly Nutritional Support
  Participants receive a monthly box valued at approximately $55 filled with food essentials to help maintain a healthy diet.
• Support Seniors in Need
  The program targets low-income seniors, helping them access vital nourishment.