The Mission Market serves residents of Fayette County. To access the pantry, bring a picture ID that shows your address when you arrive. No appointment is needed -- just show up before 1:45 PM to be checked in.
Bring a picture ID as proof of your address.
Each household can shop at the Mission Market once a month.
The Mission Market opens at 1 PM, but guests must be checked in by 1:45 PM. Plan to arrive a bit early to make sure you get checked in on time.
The Mission Market provides seasonally fresh and nutritionally balanced food, along with cleaning supplies. Pet food is also available at times. Food donations from local partners bring in produce, bakery items, bread, deli items, meat, and frozen food.
Visitors shop for their own items with the help of volunteers. When you arrive, staff check your ID and enter your information. Two volunteers then walk through the market with you to help you choose what you need.
The Nathaniel Mission offers much more beyond food. A Poverty Intervention and Prevention Coordinator is on hand to help you connect to community resources like housing help, medical bill assistance, utility support, and job placement. Monthly Lunch and Learn programs are held on the first Tuesday of each month and cover topics like finance, budgeting, banking, and housing rights. Health and Wellness programs also take place on the third Tuesday of the month. Health clinics run at least three times a month and include services like vision care, podiatry, and diabetes support. For questions about any of these services, call 859-255-0062 or email info@nathanielmission.com.
The Hospitality Center at 1109 Versailles Road, Suite 400 is open Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3:30 PM. It's a warm and welcoming space with free WiFi, breakfast at 9 AM, and lunch at noon. A clothing closet is open Monday through Thursday from 10 to 11 AM and again from 1:00 to 1:45 PM. Neighbors can take up to three clothing items per day and one pair of shoes per month.
The Nathaniel Mission depends on the generosity of donors to serve the community. You can give online at their donation page, or mail a check made out to "Nathaniel Mission" to 1109 Versailles Road, Suite 400, Lexington, KY 40508.
Individuals and groups are welcome to volunteer. You can express your interest by filling out the form on their volunteer page. Volunteer roles include helping neighbors shop at the Mission Market (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, 12:45 to 2:15 PM), picking up food donations from local Kroger and Starbucks locations, supporting health clinics, and hosting or assisting with educational programs.
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