Atlanta Food Help
I’m the creator of Atlanta Food Help. I researched and compiled this list of food pantries, community programs, and free meal resources to help families and individuals across Metro Atlanta and surrounding areas find help quickly. Everything here is verified or linked to trusted organizations, and I update the page regularly to keep it accurate and useful.
I don’t run the organizations listed — I only make it easier to find them. If this page helps you, please share it. Sharing is one of the fastest ways to help someone who may be struggling right now.
On this page you’ll find: a live link to the Atlanta Community Food Bank map, a verified event calendar, an easy submission form to suggest locations or events, downloadable one-page help guides (English & Spanish), volunteer links, and tips/apps to save money on groceries.
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Curated Food Support & Pantry Directory — Metro Atlanta
Note: I am not a partner or affiliate of these organizations. I researched and curated this list to help families and neighbors find food and support quickly. Always call ahead before visiting. If details are missing or changed, please submit an update and I will verify it.
Top references I used for this directory:
Atlanta Community Food Bank — Find Food (text FINDFOOD/COMIDA to 888-976-2232)
United Way 2-1-1 — Call 2-1-1 or text 898-211 for referrals.
MUST Ministries (Cobb) — multi-site pantry & mobile pantries.
North Fulton Community Charities
(NFCC) — Roswell/Alpharetta area pantry and assistance.
North Gwinnett Co-Op — Buford area pantry & thrift.
Metro / City-wide Resources
Atlanta Community Food Bank (ACFB)
Metro food bank & the official Find Food map for Atlanta area partner pantries and mobile distributions.
📞 404-892-3333
ACFB Find Food map & programs
ACFB Volunteer
Donate to ACFB
3400 North Desert Dr, Atlanta, GA 30344
United Way 2-1-1 (Greater Atlanta)
24/7 referral line for food, shelter, benefits and local services — fastest way to get immediate referrals.
📞 Call 2-1-1 or text your ZIP to 898-211
United Way 211 — online resource
The Salvation Army — Metro Atlanta
Multiple community centers offering food pantries and meal programs across the metro area.
📞 404-486-2900
Find Salvation Army Metro Atlanta locations
Volunteer
Donate
1000 Center Place, Norcross, GA 30093
Atlanta Mission
Shelter, hot meals, and food programs for people experiencing homelessness.
📞 404-588-4000
Get Help
Volunteer
Donate
2353 Bolton Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Community Assistance Center (CAC) — Sandy Springs / Dunwoody
Pantry and assistance programs for Sandy Springs & Dunwoody residents.
📞 770-552-4015
CAC Food Pantry & Hours
Volunteer
Donate
1130 Hightower Trail, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
Hands On Atlanta
Volunteer connector — find hunger relief projects citywide.
📞 404-979-2800
Find volunteer projects
Donate
Fulton County
North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC)
Food pantry, thrift shop, and assistance for Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, and Johns Creek.
📞 770-640-0399
NFCC Food Pantry Services
Volunteer
Donate
11270 Elkins Rd, Roswell, GA 30076
Community Assistance Center (Sandy Springs branch)
Local pantry for Sandy Springs and Dunwoody residents (appointments required).
📞 770-552-4015
Pantry Info & Hours
Volunteer
Donate
8607 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
DeKalb County
DeKalb County — Food Pantry Directory
County PDF list of food pantries and distribution schedules.
DeKalb County Food Pantry PDF
Use United Way 2-1-1 or check the county site for updates.
Decatur Area Emergency Assistance Ministry (DEAM)
Neighborhood pantry providing monthly groceries (appointment required).
📞 404-373-9283
Decatur area pantry listings
515 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
ACFB Community Food Center — Stone Mountain
Serving Stone Mountain & DeKalb neighborhoods.
📞 478-394-4547
Find Food / Stone Mountain CFC
Volunteer with ACFB
1979 Parker Ct, Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County — Food Security Resources
County-run information and OneStop navigator.
📞 770-822-8850
Gwinnett County Food Security Resources
North Gwinnett Co-Op (Buford)
Pantry and thrift store serving Buford, Sugar Hill and nearby ZIPs.
📞 770-271-9793
North Gwinnett Co-Op Services
Volunteer Registration
Donate
4395 Commerce Dr, Buford, GA 30518
Gwinnett Cares — Local Co-Ops & Pantry Network
Cooperative model assigning families to local co-ops by ZIP.
📞 770-822-8850
Gwinnett County food resources
Cobb County
MUST Ministries
Multi-service organization offering mobile and neighborhood pantries.
📞 770-427-9862
MUST — Food services & mobile pantry
Volunteer
Donate
1260 Cobb Pkwy N, Marietta, GA 30062
MUST Hope House (Meals & Shelter)
Hope House serves residents and the community with meals daily.
📞 678-218-4531
Hope House — MUST
1297 Bells Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30066
Quick Tips:
If you need help now, call 2-1-1 or text your ZIP code to 898-211.
You can also text FINDFOOD or COMIDA to 888-976-2232 for ACFB’s text-for-help service.
If you notice a change or closed pantry, please submit an update so I can verify and update the list.
Food Pantries, and Assistance Programs Map
This curated Metro Atlanta Food Help Map lists food banks, church pantries, and community meal programs in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, and Cobb counties.
Each location includes directions, phone numbers, and links to get food, volunteer, or donate.
The list was researched and verified from reliable sources like United Way 2-1-1 and the Atlanta Community Food Bank to help families find food faster.
Please share this page to help others who might need these services.
✅ Tip: Click the pins on the map for addresses, contact info, and operating hours.
Save Money with Trusted Apps:
I understand how challenging it can be to stretch every dollar, especially when SNAP benefits are reduced. To support you, I’ve compiled a list of reputable money-saving apps that I personally use that not only help you save on everyday expenses but also offer referral bonuses. These bonuses provide an opportunity for you to earn small rewards by inviting friends and family—at no cost to you them. Please note, I do not accept any donations or make money directly from this website. However, I may earn a small commission if you use my referral links, which helps keep this resource free and running.
Receipt Scanning & Cashback Apps
Ibotta
Ibotta offers cash back on groceries, household items, and online shopping. New users can earn a $10 sign-up bonus after redeeming their first offer, and you can earn $10 for every friend who joins and redeems an offer through your referral link. It’s a trusted way to save money daily by simply scanning receipts or linking loyalty cards.
Official Ibotta Help Center’s step-by-step guide shows how to browse offers, add them, shop, and redeem cashback through receipt scanning or loyalty card linking.
Link: How does Ibotta work? A Step-By-Step Guide
Fetch Rewards
With Fetch Rewards, you scan grocery receipts to earn points redeemable for gift cards. New users get a welcome bonus of 2,000 points (equivalent to $2), and you receive 2,000 points when a friend uses your referral link. It’s an easy way to boost savings on everyday purchases.
This detailed and easy-to-read guide by The Krazy Coupon Lady breaks down how to scan receipts, earn points, and redeem rewards.
Link: How Does Fetch Rewards Work? Easy Guide
Receipt Hog
Receipt Hog rewards you for scanning receipts from any store or restaurant. New users can earn up to $5 in bonus coins after submitting receipts, and there is a referral bonus where both you and your friends earn additional coins once they upload their first receipt.
Receipt Hog’s official blog provides a comprehensive overview of earning through receipt submission, surveys, and connected accounts.
Link: Receipt Hog 101: How to Turn Receipts into Cash
Checkout51
Checkout51 offers grocery rebates by uploading receipts. New members earn a $5 welcome bonus after redeeming their first offer, and referring friends rewards you with $5 once they redeem their first cashback offer.
A YouTube video overview walks you through the basic app functions: activating offers, shopping, and receipt submission for rebates.
Link: How to Use Checkout 51 Rebate App
Automatic Cashback & Rewards
Rakuten
Rakuten is an online shopping cashback app offering a $50 sign-up bonus when new users spend $50 or more via their platform. You earn $50 for each friend who signs up and makes a qualifying purchase. It’s one of the highest paying referral programs for cashback apps.
A YouTube video overview walks you through the basic app functions: activating offers, shopping, and receipt submission for rebates.
Link: How to Use Checkout 51 Rebate App
Upside
Upside provides cash back on gas, groceries, and dining. New users can earn up to $20 in bonuses (varies by location), and you earn $5 for each referral who completes their first purchase through the app.
A clear and concise YouTube tutorial walks you through app download, account setup, adding cards, and earning cash back at local businesses.
Link: How To Use The Upside Gas App To Save Money
Shopping & Coupon Helpers
Honey
Honey automatically finds coupons and offers cash back for online purchases. New users can earn a $5 bonus upon their first qualifying purchase, and referrers earn $5 for each friend who joins and spends at least $5.
Honey’s official FAQ page explains how to install the browser extension, how it automatically finds coupons, and how to earn rewards.
Link: Get to know the Honey browser extension
Swagbucks
Swagbucks combines cashback, surveys, and more. New users get a $10 bonus after earning 2,000 points, and you earn 10% of the points your referrals accumulate, making it great for ongoing rewards.
NetCashCafe offers a thorough and beginner-friendly guide on signing up, completing tasks, and redeeming points on Swagbucks.
Link: How to Get Started with Swagbucks: A Step-by-Step Guide
These apps are trusted by millions and can help you save money while supporting AtlantaFoodHelp.com at no additional cost to you. I encourage you to try as you may find them useful.
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