Community Resources

Statewide, 1 in 7 Hoosiers (approximately 14.3%) struggle with hunger, and among children, that number rises to 1 in 5, according to Feed America. Government programs that many depend on to survive are at risk under the current administration.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps individuals and families with low or no income afford groceries. In Indiana SNAP is managed by the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA). While there was an effort to redirect state funds to minimize disruptions in SNAP during the 2025 government shutdown, Indiana’s State Budget Committee composed of Republicans rejected the effort.

The Brown County Democrats believe that no one in the United States should go hungry. No one should have to choose between paying for their medicine or their groceries. Our community is focused on helping our neighbors, and we’ve compiled a list of food pantries and community meals available in Brown County.

Hoosiers in need of support are encouraged to call 211 to learn about local resources and services available.

Brown County Food Pantries & Community Meal Resources

This list was last updated in November 2025. Please call the contact number provided to verify food distribution times and availability, as they may change.

Mother’s Cupboard Community Kitchen

• Address: 646 Memorial Drive, Nashville, IN 47448

• Services:

  • Carry-out meals: Monday through Sat, 4:00–6:00 PM

  • 24/7 outdoor food pantry

• No questions asked

• Phone: 812-988-8038

• Website: https://www.motherscupboardnashvillein.com/

• Directions: From the Courthouse, take E. Main St. for 0.6 miles. Turn left on Memorial Dr. Go 400 ft—building is on the left.

The Pentecostals of Nashville (Fishes and Loaves)

• Address: 60 Mt. Liberty Dr, Nashville, IN 47448

• Services:

  • Food distribution every Thursday, 4:30–7:00 PM

• Phone: (812) 200-3136

• Website: https://www.thepentecostalsofnashville.com/loaves-and-fishes

• Directions: The church is located off Mt. Liberty and 46 East in Gnaw Bone.

Nashville United Methodist Church

• Address: 36 S. Jefferson Street, Nashville, IN 47448

• Services:

  • 24/7 Little Pantry in rear parking lot

• Phone: 812-988-4666

• Website: https://www.nashvilleumc.com/

• Directions: From the Courthouse, go west on W. Main St. for two blocks. Turn left on Jefferson St. Church is on the right; pantry behind the church.

North Salem Community Church

• Address: 7718 State Road 46 East, Nashville, IN 47448

• Services:

  • Food distribution on 1st Thursday of each month 1:00–2:00 PM and 6:00–7:00 PM

  • Emergency food available upon request

• Phone: 812-325-7791 or 812-988-2786

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSBrownCountyIN/

• Directions: From the Courthouse, head east on State Road 46 toward Columbus for 8 miles. Church is on the left.

St. Vincent de Paul

• Address: 2901 Long Lake Road, Nashville, IN 47448
  Services:

  • Food distribution on Mondays & Saturdays, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

    • Delivery available with proxy agreement

• Phone: 812-988-8821

• Website: https://stvincentdepaulbrowncounty.com/finding-food-1

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SVdPBC/

• Directions: From the Courthouse, take E. Main St./Old SR 46 for ~2 miles. Turn left on Clay Lick Rd., go 2.3 miles, then right on Long Lake Rd.

Salvation Army – Nashville

• Address: 168 S. Jefferson Street, Nashville, IN 47448

• Services:

  • Food distribution on Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Phone: 812-988-7019

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/browncountysalvationarmy

• Directions: From the Courthouse, go south on N. Van Buren St. Turn right on Pittman House Ln., then left on S. Jefferson St. Destination on the right.

St. David’s Episcopal Church (Bean Blossom)

• Address: 11 IN-45, Morgantown, IN 46160

• Located at the intersection of SR 45 & SR 135N in Bean Blossom
  Services:

  • 24/7 Little Pantry in parking lot

  • Pop-up distribution on Thursdays, 3:00–5:00 PM (weather permitting)

• Phone: 812-988-1038

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownCountyFoodAlliance

• Directions: From the Courthouse, head north on IN-135 to Bean Blossom (~5 miles). Located at the intersection of IN-135 & SR 45, next to Dollar General.

Gleaners Mobile Pantry – Morgantown

• Location: First Merchants Bank, 180 W Washington St, Morgantown, IN 46160

• Services:

  • Food distribution 1st Saturday monthly, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

• Phone: 317-925-0191 ext. 165

• Website: https://www.gleaners.org/findhelp/

• Directions: Approach from the east on Mulberry St. Follow volunteer instructions and avoid blocking streets/driveways.

Members of the Brown County Democrats volunteer at Mother's Cupboard Community Kitchen on a monthly basis