Our Program
Our Supplier-Partners
The Newport Area Association of Churches Food Pantry participates in several programs to ensure we have enough food to serve our community.
New Hampshire Food Bank
The Newport Area Association of Churches Food Pantry is one of over 400 partner agencies serving the state and operating under the New Hampshire Food Bank.
The NH Food Bank, a program of Catholic Charities, serves as the only food bank in the state.
Our pantry, under strict guidelines, is eligible for free and low-cost distributions from the NH Food Bank.
We are able to distribute food to community members from: Acworth, Croydon, Goshen, Grantham, Lempster, Marlow, Newbury, Newport, Springfield, Sunapee, Washington, and Unity.
USDA TEFAP Program
The USDA Emergency Food Assistance Program, administered by The Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack Counties, through Southwestern Community Services, supplements our inventory.
We must maintain strict standards for this program, also.
Donors
We receive in-kind food donations from individuals, local farms and markets, and food stores, including:
What Our Guests Say:
“Thank You So Much”
“Our grocery bill has been reduced a lot! I tell others how helpful this program is. Thank you so much and very much appreciated!“
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C. – 2 elders, 1 child – Jan 2026
“Helpful and Friendly”
“A place for help that is helpful – and friendly!”
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R.H. – 2 elders – Jan 2026
“So much kindness…”
“So much kindness for what my needs are. Please help with donations and support them!”
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P. – 1 elder – Jan 2026
“Wonderful to me”
“They have been wonderful to me. I would be hungry if it wasn’t for their kindness and delivery. God bless you all.“
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Anonymous – April 2025
“A Place I can turn to…”
“Easy process when I’m having a hard month – the pantry is the place I can turn to. Forever thankful.”
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LAS – 3 people – Mar 2026
“Thoughtful.”
“Very thoughtful people, great help to us. Don’t know what we would do without the help we get.”
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Anonymous – Nov 2021
“The Best”
“One of the best local charities we have! They do so much with so little! If you are in need go see them! If you have a little extra money, please donate {to} them.”
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S.A. – Nov 2012
“Thanks to All Involved”
“Great help to us and always very friendly. Thanks to all involved, not sure how we would make it without this help.”
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G.P. – Jun 2022
“I love them all.”
“I’ve been going to the food pantry for a year they have helped me out with both my grandchildren, my daughter, and now my great granddaughter. You couldn’t want a better group of people – I love them all.”
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Anonymous – Dec 2021
What does it take to qualify?
Explore our FAQs below to learn how to qualify for our services.
Do you live in one of the 12 communities we serve?
If you live in one of the 12 communities we serve – Acworth, Croydon, Goshen, Grantham, Lempster, Marlow, Newbury, Newport, Springfield, Sunapee, Washington, and Unity – we are here for you.
Are you suffering from food insecurity?
If you are struggling with food insecurity, you are not alone. One in 9 persons in New Hampshire is struggling. You are not alone – and we will help!
“Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled…” – Luke 6:20
Do you have special dietary requirements?
Yes, we offer an array of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free food. During your intake appointment, we will carefully note any allergies – and try to accommodate preferences.
Are you receiving other assistance?
If you are receiving assistance from any of the following programs, you are eligible for service from our panty:
- Fuel assistance
- WIC – Women, Infants, and Children
- CSFP – Commodity Supplemental Food Program
- TANF – Temporary Assistance to Needy Families
- APTD – Aid to Permanently & Totally Disabled
- Free & Reduced Price Lunches
- Head Start
- SNAP – Food Stamps
- Medicaid
- Aid to the Needy Blind
- Old Age Assistance
- Subsidized Housing / Rental Subsidy
- SSI – Supplemental Security Income
- County, City, or Town Welfare
If you do not qualify under other assistance, are you income eligible?
If you verbally state that your gross yearly household income is at below the following guidelines, you qualify:
1 person – $37,560
2 people – $50,076
3 people – $63,960
4 people – $77,160
5 people – $90,360
6 people – $103,560
Have you visited us in the past 3 weeks?
Due to budgetary restrictions, we are able to provide a week’s worth of food to our guests and their family members once every three weeks.
Still not sure if you qualify?
Call us. Don’t hesitate.
603-863-3411
In accordance with federal civil rights law, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, and State of New Hampshire law, our food pantry is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Additional Assistance
Here are links to partner programs and other resources to help you in times of need:
Have additional questions?
We’re here to help. Let’s talk.