785-827-7111 | 255 S Chicago | Salina
Emergency Assistance
At Salina Emergency Aid / Food Bank, we are working to create hope and the opportunity for a better community. But we can only do it with your help. Join with us in our commitment and donate now.
Need pet food?
Contact Salina Animal Shelter for assistance – (785) 826-6535
The Food Bank offers a variety of cooking classes throughout the year. To learn more about our classes or to volunteer to help, contact our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.
RECYCLING
We promote community gardening and youth education as a sustainable approach to food security. In partnership with North Salina Community Development, K-State Research and Extension, The City of Salina Community Gardens, Master Gardeners, Horticulture Club, and local volunteers, the FOOD BANK has renovated the Food Bank Garden to include new community garden plots and handicapped accessible raised beds. In the garden, neighbors have a space to connect, share resources, and promote food justice. In addition, the FOOD BANK will have garden materials and tools available for gardeners young and old. For more information about the Garden, please call our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.
We collect plastic and glass containers to use for the break-down of products like laundry soap and dish soap. Donations may be brought to the warehouse during normal operation hours. Please make sure that all containers are clean and have the correct lid.
We work with local grocery stores and farmers, as well as food manufacturers, to source donated food for distribution to people needing food assistance. Eligible clients receive a week’s worth of food (dairy products, fresh fruits and vegetables and non-perishable food items as available) free of charge, up to 3x a month. Clients are requested to return any item that they won't use so that it can be distributed to another client.
We are committed to serving everyone in Saline County who is facing hunger. To reach as many neighbors as possible, we collaborate with a variety of local organizations - such as homeless shelters, soup kitchens, churches and senior and youth programs. These partnerships help ensure that donated food from local vendors and supporters is distributed quickly and effectively, especially highly perishable items. Together, we're working to reduce hunger across Saline County. For more information about our local partnerships, please call us at (785) 827-7111.
Need food, but have trouble getting to the Food Bank? Call us about our Temporary Tote Outreach Program or using a proxy to assist with getting your food. If you are working with a case manager, we maybe able to make special arrangements outside of our normal distribution times.
Food 4 Kids Weekend Backpack Program
Food Bank Distribution
- EAFB may be able to assist with funds up to $150 for rent or utilities. If the bill is less than $150, EAFB will only help with the amount of the bill.
- EAFB may assist a client/household one time every 12 months.
- The utility must be in danger of disconnect which is verified by the client providing a disconnect notice. For rent assistance, EAFB must have a 3-day eviction notice and signed copy of the lease to assist with rent.
- EAFB funds must satisfy the entire amount of bill. (I.E. if the bill is more than $150 the client must have other funds committed to satisfy the bill).
Assistance with prescriptions is available on a limited basis
and only by appointment.
Senior Food Boxes
Distribution Times:
Monday: 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Tuesday – Friday: 1:00pm
*Note: Distribution shutdown times will vary based on demand
Programs
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Community Garden Project
TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED FOR 2025
PLEASE CALL FOR REFERRALS or MORE INFO: 785-827-7111
A limited number of bus passes are available.
The Kansas Food Bank provides Food 4 Kids packets for children who are at risk of hunger over the weekend. These pre-packaged bags include kid-friendly, shelf-stable items such as milk, juice, a high-protein meal and snacks.
School counselors and teachers throughout Saline County identify students in need. The bags are delivered discreetly to schools each week for children to take home on Fridays. The Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank serves as a drop point for this important program, helping ensure local students have access to food when school meals aren't available.
If you would like more information about the Food 4 Kids program, please reach out to the Kansas Food Bank at (316) 265-3663. For help connecting to other resources, please contact our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.
The Power to Effect Change
We partner with the Kansas Food Bank to distribute the USDA Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFB), which helps adults aged 60 and older stay healthy and strong. Eligible seniors receive a monthly food box that includes a mix of shelf-stable items and cheese to supplement their nutritional needs.
Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank serves as a local pick-up location for the boxes, which are handed out through a convenient drive-thru system in our main parking lot.
To apply for the CSFP program, please contact the Kansas Food Bank at (316) 265-3663. For help connecting to additional resources, please reach out to our Life Skills Coordinator at (785) 827-7111.
DISTRIBUTION PROCEDURES
Our lobby is closed at all times. We now take food orders at the window during distribution times.
PLEASE have your photo I.D. and proof of residence in Saline County, Kansas everytime you visit.
If you have children under 18yrs of age in your household, you will also need to provide documentation that
they are living with you. Please take one token per household to place your order at the window.
Agency Partnerships
Life Skills Cooking Classes