Saint Paul's Food Pantry

Who Can Visit?

St. Paul's Food Pantry is open to anyone in need. There are no income limits, no ID requirements, and no residency restrictions. People of all genders, ages, ethnicities, races, nationalities, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome. The only exception is the TEFAP program (held on the 3rd Saturday of each month), which is limited to Missouri residents with income limits and requires an ID.

The pantry is available by appointment only. To schedule a visit, call (816) 931-2850. If you reach voicemail, please leave your first name, last name, and contact information.

How to Register?

Call (816) 931-2850 to schedule an appointment. Leave your first name, last name, and a way to reach you if no one answers.

Good to Know

The pantry entrance is on the south side of the church, closest to Walnut Street. Please arrive no more than 5 minutes before your appointment time. There is no cost to visit.

For TEFAP distribution (3rd Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.), Missouri residents must bring a valid ID and meet income limits. Senior Commodities Boxes (CSFP) may be picked up during an appointment if you are eligible.

Food & Essentials

St. Paul's distributes free groceries including nutritious staples, fresh produce, ready-to-eat items, and bulk items that are sorted into smaller portions. Volunteers pack grocery bags and help distribute fresh produce and pantry staples. The pantry has been serving the community for over 40 years.

How to Pick Up

The pantry works by appointment. Once your appointment is scheduled, come to the south entrance of the church near Walnut Street. Volunteers will greet you and assist you during your visit. The pantry strives to offer an environment where guests can choose products that fit their individual needs.

Additional Support

Senior Commodities Boxes (CSFP) are available for eligible seniors and can be picked up during a regular appointment. The pantry also has a Linktree page at linktr.ee/StPaulsEpiscopalKC_Food.Pantry with key resources, real-time updates, and information on partner organizations.

Ways to Give

You can support the pantry by donating food and supplies. Check the pantry's wishlist (available via the Linktree at linktr.ee/StPaulsEpiscopalKC_Food.Pantry) to see what items are most needed. Financial gifts to St. Paul's can be made through their online giving platforms at onrealm.org/StPaulsEpiscopa63899/give/now, through PayPal, through Venmo, or by texting stpaulsgive to 73256. For questions about getting involved, email Amanda Loesch through the church website.

How to Join the Team?

Volunteers are always welcome at St. Paul's Food Pantry. Volunteer tasks include unloading and sorting food deliveries, packing grocery bags with nutritious staples, organizing bulk items into smaller portions, greeting and assisting guests, and helping distribute fresh produce and pantry staples. You can sign up for regular shifts or one-time opportunities through the pantry's Linktree page at linktr.ee/StPaulsEpiscopalKC_Food.Pantry. You can also call (816) 931-2850 or contact Amanda Loesch through the church website for more information.