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Food Banks in North Carolina

Find 5,244 food banks, food pantries, and SNAP retailers across 100 counties in North Carolina. Our free directory includes addresses, phone numbers, and maps to help you locate food assistance near you.

5,244 Total Locations
100 Counties
13 Food Banks
$975 Max SNAP (HH of 4)

Counties in North Carolina

Alamance County83 Alexander County19 Alleghany County6 Anson County16 Ashe County13 Avery County12 Beaufort County33 Bertie County12 Bladen County28 Brunswick County89 Buncombe County119 Burke County47 Cabarrus County96 Caldwell County37 Camden County5 Carteret County48 Caswell County9 Catawba County94 Chatham County28 Cherokee County20 Chowan County10 Clay County8 Cleveland County71 Columbus County54 Craven County60 Cumberland County155 Currituck County18 Dare County27 Davidson County92 Davie County24 Duplin County47 Durham County109 Edgecombe County38 Forsyth County183 Franklin County29 Gaston County110 Gates County5 Graham County4 Granville County30 Greene County14 Guilford County274 Halifax County47 Harnett County58 Haywood County33 Henderson County49 Hertford County14 Hoke County24 Hyde County4 Iredell County91 Jackson County20 Johnston County89 Jones County5 Lee County47 Lenoir County40 Lincoln County43 Macon County28 Madison County10 Martin County16 Mcdowell County25 Mecklenburg County416 Mitchell County11 Montgomery County21 Moore County49 Nash County66 New Hanover County122 Northampton County16 Onslow County85 Orange County49 Pamlico County9 Pasquotank County20 Pender County37 Perquimans County13 Person County22 Pitt County99 Polk County11 Randolph County68 Richmond County33 Robeson County101 Rockingham County57 Rowan County67 Rutherford County37 Sampson County42 Scotland County25 Stanly County46 Stokes County24 Surry County54 Swain County8 Transylvania County19 Tyrrell County3 Union County85 Vance County32 Wake County423 Warren County20 Washington County11 Watauga County23 Wayne County76 Wilkes County40 Wilson County57 Yadkin County19 Yancey County9

SNAP Eligibility in North Carolina (FY2026)

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income individuals and families buy food. Below are the FY2026 income limits and maximum monthly benefits.

Household Size Max Gross Monthly Income (130% FPL) Max Monthly SNAP Allotment
1$1,644$292
2$2,230$536
3$2,816$768
4$3,401$975
5$3,987$1,158
6$4,573$1,390
7$5,159$1,536
8$5,745$1,756
Each additional+$586+$220

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Frequently Asked Questions

Use FoodBankLocator.org to search by ZIP code or browse through 100 counties in North Carolina. Each county page shows food banks, food pantries, and SNAP retailers with addresses and directions.

For FY2026, a household of 4 in North Carolina can earn up to $3,401/month (gross) and receive up to $975/month in SNAP benefits. Income limits vary by household size.

Contact your local North Carolina Department of Social Services or visit your county SNAP office. You can also apply online through your state's benefits portal. Bring proof of income, identity, and residency.

Yes. If you need food immediately, call 211 for local emergency food assistance, or visit FeedingAmerica.org. Many food banks and pantries listed on this site offer same-day emergency food boxes.