Community Action Agency Of Saint Louis County Food Pantry

Who Can Visit?

To get food from CAASTLC's food pantry, you must be a St. Louis County resident and have a household income at or below 185% of the federal poverty guidelines. You'll also need to complete a food pantry application before your first visit. The pantry is open by appointment only, so you'll need to schedule a time before coming in.

How to Register?

To make an appointment, call (314) 446-4467 or email foodpantry@caastlc.org.

Items Needed for Registration

You'll need to bring a photo ID to register and receive food.

How Often You Can Visit?

Each household can receive food assistance once every 30 days.

Good to Know

The application process and food distribution are contact free. Reviewers have noted receiving good food portions, and one visitor mentioned getting shrimp as part of their package. Another reviewer shared that they received bags of groceries with ingredients to make real meals.

Food & Essentials

CAASTLC works with the St. Louis Area Food Bank and other partners to provide USDA commodities and nutritious food items. Reviewers have mentioned receiving shrimp, bread, and bags of groceries with ingredients for making real meals.

How to Pick Up

The pantry is by appointment only and all food distribution is contact free. Call or email ahead to schedule your visit.

Additional Support

CAASTLC offers a wide range of services beyond food, including energy bill assistance (LIHEAP), weatherization help, housing assistance, water and sewer assistance, mental health programs, employment and reentry services, immigrant assistance, skills training through the SkillUp program, and educational programs like HiSET (GED) and classes. These services are available to qualifying St. Louis County residents. You can reach the main office at (314) 863-0015 or email info@caastlc.org.

Ways to Give

CAASTLC welcomes donations to help support the community. You can donate online at onecau.se/caastlc-donations.

How to Join the Team?

CAASTLC welcomes volunteers for on-site opportunities in case management, employment, youth-at-risk departments, food pantry, and warehouse assistance. Tasks include clerical and data entry work, filing, and gardening. To apply, complete the volunteer application packet and send it to the HR Director by email at smoss@caastlc.org, by mail, or in person at 2709 Woodson Road, St. Louis, MO 63114. You can find the application and supporting forms on the volunteer opportunities page.