Helping Hand of Vegas Valley

Food PantrySign-up Required
5450 West Sahara Avenue suite 340, Las Vegas, Nevada 89146

Who Can Visit?

Helping Hands of Vegas Valley serves older adults aged 60 and older who live in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and other parts of Clark County, Nevada. To qualify for the Senior Marketplace pantry, you must also have an income at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. All programs and services are completely free of charge.

Before your first visit, you'll need to complete a registration form and go through a brief intake assessment. Pantry services are only available to clients who have been approved after this process.

How to Register?

To get registered, contact Helping Hands of Vegas Valley by phone at (702) 633-7264. Staff will walk you through the intake process, confirm your eligibility, and help you complete your registration. You can also visit their office at 5450 W Sahara Ave, Suite 340, Las Vegas, NV 89146.

Items Needed for Registration

When you come to register, bring the following:

  • Proof of age (showing you are 60 or older)
  • Proof of Nevada residency
  • A completed income declaration

How Often You Can Visit?

Registered clients can visit the Senior Marketplace pantry once a month. If you need extra help before your next monthly visit, you may request an emergency food bag.

For grocery delivery clients, deliveries are also available once a month.

Good to Know

Be prepared to wait outside when you arrive at the pantry. Wait times can vary depending on the day and time, and there's no way to predict exactly how long the wait will be. It's a good idea to plan ahead and arrive with some extra time.

Food & Essentials

The Senior Marketplace offers a wide selection of nutritious food items that are tailored to different dietary needs and tastes. The pantry uses an open-choice concept, meaning you can browse and pick the items that work best for you. Fresh and local produce is also available thanks to a partnership with Gilcrease Orchards, supported by the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation.

How to Pick Up

The Senior Marketplace uses a client-choice format, similar to shopping at a store. You walk through and select the food items you want from what's available. The pantry is open Mondays through Wednesdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Additional Support

Helping Hands of Vegas Valley offers several other free programs for seniors in Southern Nevada:

  • Senior Grocery Delivery: If you're homebound or can't come in person, groceries can be delivered to your home once a month. Delivery is available to approved clients in Las Vegas who are placed on a waitlist by zip code until a spot opens.
  • Transportation: Free rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, and social activities for seniors 60 and older who live in the Las Vegas and North Las Vegas area. Each client can schedule up to 2 rides per week. Rides accommodate clients using canes, walkers, wheelchairs, scooters, or oxygen. Reservations must be made at least 2 weeks in advance and can be scheduled up to 6 months ahead.
  • Minor Home Repair: Free basic home repairs for seniors who own and live in their homes within approved zip codes. Services include things like changing light bulbs, installing grab bars, replacing smoke alarm batteries, changing filters, and covering the cost of professional appliance and HVAC repairs. Available once per fiscal year per household.
  • Respite Care: A grant of up to $1,000 for family caregivers to cover short-term relief options such as in-home care, adult day care, or an overnight stay at a facility. Available to caregivers of seniors aged 60 and older, or individuals of any age with Alzheimer's or dementia.

To ask about any of these programs, call (702) 633-7264.

Ways to Give

You can support Helping Hands of Vegas Valley through financial donations in several ways:

  • Online: Give at hhovv.org/donate
  • By mail: Send a check to Helping Hands of Vegas Valley, 3640 N 5th Street, Suite 130, North Las Vegas, NV 89032
  • By phone: Call (702) 633-7264

One-time gifts, monthly giving, annual contributions, and corporate matching are all accepted. For questions about donating, email nina.gallagher@hhovv.org or diamond.barrier@hhovv.org.

How to Join the Team?

Anyone can volunteer with Helping Hands of Vegas Valley, including students, working adults, and retirees. There are several volunteer roles available:

  • Senior Social Ambassador: Help at the pantry on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 8:00 AM to noon. You'll create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for senior visitors.
  • Grocery Delivery Ambassador: Deliver groceries to seniors' homes on the first and third Saturday of each month.
  • Special Event Ambassador: Assist with fundraising events (opportunities available in 2026).
  • Farm to Senior Marketplace Ambassador: Help harvest fresh produce for seniors (opportunities returning in Spring 2026).
  • Administrative and office support: Help with filing, phone calls, and data entry.

To apply, fill out a volunteer application on the website at hhovv.org/volunteer or contact the team to schedule an orientation. You can also call (702) 633-7264 for more information.

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