This food pantry is open to anyone in need. There are no residency or income requirements, and the pantry welcomes all people regardless of race, religion, disability, age, or any other background. All visits are by appointment, so you'll need to schedule a time before picking up food.
There are two ways to set up an appointment:
Hours are subject to change, so it's always worth calling ahead to confirm.
The food pantry runs through a partnership with Hunger Free Polk County, and past visitors have found an impressive range of items - including organic produce and specialty proteins - that may be more varied than you expect at a typical pantry. The selection changes with each visit based on what's available.
Visitors have found groceries including fresh organic fruits like avocados and mangoes, vegetables like asparagus, and specialty meats such as ahi tuna steaks and lamb chops. What's stocked changes from visit to visit.
This location also runs a free clothing closet for anyone who needs clothes for themselves or their family. Clothing visits are available Monday through Friday by appointment - call (515) 282-8328 Ext. 230 to schedule.
St. Vincent de Paul in Des Moines offers a number of other programs as well, including discounted furniture based on need and availability, gift cards for clients, job training and career planning through its Back2Work program, adult education at the Tom Varilek Education Center, re-entry support through the IMMERSION program, Iowa DOT written testing, and referrals to domestic violence support and counseling. Contact Social Services staff for more information.
Donations of cash, stocks, real estate, and other assets are welcome. You can give online at the SVdP donation page or mail a check to Des Moines Council, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Attn: Executive Director, 801 73rd St., Suite J, Windsor Heights, Iowa 50324. SVdP also accepts vehicle donations through its National Vehicle Donation Program - fill out a short form at svdpusa.careasy.org/home and they'll arrange a free pickup within 24 hours. Call (515) 282-8327 with any questions.
To volunteer, reach out to Holly Dommer at holly.dommer@svdpdsm.org or call (515) 282-8327 ext. 100. New volunteers attend a short mandatory monthly orientation before getting started. You can help in the pantry, thrift stores, the Education Center, Back2Work, and the Immersion program.
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