Community Food Resources
Community Food Resources: How We’re Supporting Each Other Through the SNAP Uncertainty
As the federal shutdown continues, several states are warning they may have to suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits as early as November 1. For many families, SNAP provides a lifeline — helping to put food on the table each week.
Here in Jackson, we know that food security is a community effort. No one should face hunger alone. That’s why we’re gathering resources, local initiatives, and creative ways for families to access healthy, affordable food — right now.
Pooling Local Support
From mobile food pantries to innovative food rescue programs, our valley is filled with partners stepping up to serve. Whether you need a week’s worth of groceries, a free community meal, or a way to stretch your budget, these resources are here for you and your family.
Key Community Resources
🗓 Food Resource Community Calendar
Stay up to date with local food distributions, community meals, and pantry hours. The calendar is updated seasonally to reflect schedule changes and special events.
📱 Too Good To Go
The Too Good To Go app connects shoppers with local stores and restaurants — including Whole Foods Market — offering discounted “surprise bags” of surplus food. It’s a smart, sustainable way to save money and reduce food waste.
🥕 Jackson Cupboard
The Jackson Cupboard provides each visitor with up to a week’s worth of groceries, cleaning supplies, and personal care items. Offerings include fresh produce, meat, cheese, pantry staples, paper towels, diapers, and more.
🏛 Wyoming Department of Family Services
Anyone who is in need of food assistance can reach out to their local DFS office, nearby food banks, or simply call 2-1-1 for guidance and support. The Department of Family Services can help families navigate food benefits and connect with emergency food resources statewide.
Hole Food Rescue: Free Groceries for All
The Hole Food Rescue Sprout Mobile brings free, rescued groceries directly to neighborhoods throughout the week.
Weekly Schedule:
- Monday: The Timbers — 4:30 p.m.
- Tuesday: Aspen Meadows — 1:00 p.m.
- Teton Free Clinic — 4:30–8:00 p.m.
- The Grove Apartments — 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday: Blair Place Apartments — 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday: Senior Center of Jackson Hole — 11:30 a.m.
- FFC South (Melody Ranch parking lot) — 5:00 p.m.
- Friday: Senior Center of Jackson Hole — 11:30 a.m.
- Saturday: Hole Food Rescue “Hub” — 4:30–5:30 p.m.
These weekly stops provide fresh, healthy groceries at no cost — open to all community members.
How You Can Get Involved
Even if you don’t need assistance yourself, you can still make a difference:
- Spread the word — share this list with neighbors, coworkers, and families.
- Volunteer with local food programs or delivery efforts.
- Donate food, funds, or time to local partners.
- Advocate for policies that strengthen food access and protect programs like SNAP.
Together, We Can Make Sure No One Goes Hungry
Food is more than sustenance — it’s community, care, and connection. By sharing what we have and supporting one another, we can ensure that everyone in Jackson has access to nutritious, reliable food, no matter the challenges ahead.
