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The mission of the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana is to serve as the primary resource for fighting hunger in Northwest Louisiana. Our vision is to ultimately end hunger in Northwest Louisiana by ensuring consolidated network of effective food collection and distribution which will provide universal access to food for the needy in our communities. |
Summer Food Service Program
Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens
The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Nutritious, free meals are available to children 18 years of age and under at the following locations:
Please note our site types: Open Sites are free to any child in the community on a first-come, first-served basis. Closed Enrolled Sites are limited to children enrolled in that site's specific program.
Joe Leblanc Food Pantry - Open Site
814 Constable Street
Minden, LA 71055
May 25 - August 10 - Wednesdaty 9am
Project Reclaim - Open Enrollment Site
202 Miller Street
Minden, LA 71055
May 25 - August 10
Lunch Only - Tues and Thursday at 11:45am
Paradise Baptist Church - Closed Enrollment Site
1706 Hollywood Avenue
Shreveport , LA 71108
May 25 - June 19
Mon - Friday - Breakfast 8:30am, Lunch 11:00am
Renzi Center - Closed Enrollment Site
445 Egan Street
Shreveport, LA 71101
June 1 - June 19
Mon - Thurs 9:30am - 10am Breakfast
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Nutritious, free meals are available to children 18 years of age and under at the following locations:
Please note our site types: Open Sites are free to any child in the community on a first-come, first-served basis. Closed Enrolled Sites are limited to children enrolled in that site's specific program.
Joe Leblanc Food Pantry - Open Site
814 Constable Street
Minden, LA 71055
May 25 - August 10 - Wednesdaty 9am
Project Reclaim - Open Enrollment Site
202 Miller Street
Minden, LA 71055
May 25 - August 10
Lunch Only - Tues and Thursday at 11:45am
Paradise Baptist Church - Closed Enrollment Site
1706 Hollywood Avenue
Shreveport , LA 71108
May 25 - June 19
Mon - Friday - Breakfast 8:30am, Lunch 11:00am
Renzi Center - Closed Enrollment Site
445 Egan Street
Shreveport, LA 71101
June 1 - June 19
Mon - Thurs 9:30am - 10am Breakfast
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
Empty Bowls Hunger Awareness Event - September 3, 2026 |
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WANT TO HELP FIGHT HUNGER?
Here’s how YOU can help:
Empty Bowls Hunger Awareness Event is the Food Bank’s annual fundraising Diner and Silent Auction. The event is Thursday, September 3rd at Bally's Shreveport Casino Grand Ballroom. Attendees enjoy a dinner featuring soups, bread, dessert, and a beverage. At the end of the event, attendees will choose a ceramic bowl (crafted by artists and the community) to keep to remind us of all the empty bowls in our community that do not get filled each day.
Join our Empty Bowls Committee:
We are looking for dedicated people to join our Empty Bowls Committee. The committee duties include planning and implementing the various parts of our Empty Bowl event such as the on-line auction, bottle pull, table decorations and volunteering at the event.
Become a Sponsor:
Event proceeds allow us to provide food for our programs. Our goal for 2026 is to raise enough funds for 500,000 meals for the less fortunate neighbors that struggle with hunger. Sponsorships range between $2,500 and $10,000. I hope we can count on your support!
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Food Bank at 318.675.2400.
Here’s how YOU can help:
Empty Bowls Hunger Awareness Event is the Food Bank’s annual fundraising Diner and Silent Auction. The event is Thursday, September 3rd at Bally's Shreveport Casino Grand Ballroom. Attendees enjoy a dinner featuring soups, bread, dessert, and a beverage. At the end of the event, attendees will choose a ceramic bowl (crafted by artists and the community) to keep to remind us of all the empty bowls in our community that do not get filled each day.
Join our Empty Bowls Committee:
We are looking for dedicated people to join our Empty Bowls Committee. The committee duties include planning and implementing the various parts of our Empty Bowl event such as the on-line auction, bottle pull, table decorations and volunteering at the event.
Become a Sponsor:
Event proceeds allow us to provide food for our programs. Our goal for 2026 is to raise enough funds for 500,000 meals for the less fortunate neighbors that struggle with hunger. Sponsorships range between $2,500 and $10,000. I hope we can count on your support!
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Food Bank at 318.675.2400.
We’re thrilled to launch Nourish365, our brand-new monthly giving community — and we’d love for you to be among the very first to join! For just $5 a month, you can provide 15 meals for children, families, and seniors across Northwest Louisiana. And here’s the best part: thanks to a generous match, your monthly gift will be doubled for your entire first year. That means your $5 becomes $10 — providing 30 meals every single month!
When you join Nourish365, you’ll also receive special perks like exclusive volunteer opportunities, behind-the-scenes tours, and invitations to donor appreciation events — all designed to thank you for the steady impact you make.
Joining Nourish365 means you’re not just making a one-time gift — you’re creating hope every day of the year.
Don’t wait — be one of the first to join this exciting new movement! Join Nourish365
When you join Nourish365, you’ll also receive special perks like exclusive volunteer opportunities, behind-the-scenes tours, and invitations to donor appreciation events — all designed to thank you for the steady impact you make.
Joining Nourish365 means you’re not just making a one-time gift — you’re creating hope every day of the year.
Don’t wait — be one of the first to join this exciting new movement! Join Nourish365
Join us for a Tour of the Food Bank - 2nd Thursday at 10am
VOLUNTEER with US!
Volunteers are invaluable to the Food Bank. Without the almost 18,000 hours of volunteer help each year, the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana would be unable to provide food to the thousands of hungry in the community. Non-profit organizations depend on the generosity of the community in order to function. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities at the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. It is our desire that we match volunteers with a task that suits their talents and interests.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION:
We currently need of adult volunteers to help us continue providing essential support to our community. Your time and efforts can make a significant difference in the lives of those who rely on us. Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, your help is invaluable.
Click to view and SIGN-UP to VOLUNTEER
Senior Box Distribution:
June 8, 2026 - 8:15am Senior Box Mobile Distribution
Volunteer here: Senior Box Distribution
Food Bank Volunteer Days and Times:
Monday – Friday from 9am – 11am or from 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Please call us at 318.675.2400 ext. 111 or email us. (for ages 18+)
Box Packing Volunteer Link: Sign up here
Martha's Market Food Pantry Volunteer Days and Times:
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:30 - 12:30 and/or 12:30 - 2:30
Please call us at 318.675.2400 ext. 111 or email us. (for ages 18+)
Food Pantry Volunteer Link: Sign up here
Food Pantry Extended Hours - Volunteer Link: Sign up Here
We currently need of adult volunteers to help us continue providing essential support to our community. Your time and efforts can make a significant difference in the lives of those who rely on us. Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, your help is invaluable.
Click to view and SIGN-UP to VOLUNTEER
Senior Box Distribution:
June 8, 2026 - 8:15am Senior Box Mobile Distribution
Volunteer here: Senior Box Distribution
Food Bank Volunteer Days and Times:
Monday – Friday from 9am – 11am or from 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Please call us at 318.675.2400 ext. 111 or email us. (for ages 18+)
Box Packing Volunteer Link: Sign up here
Martha's Market Food Pantry Volunteer Days and Times:
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:30 - 12:30 and/or 12:30 - 2:30
Please call us at 318.675.2400 ext. 111 or email us. (for ages 18+)
Food Pantry Volunteer Link: Sign up here
Food Pantry Extended Hours - Volunteer Link: Sign up Here
Martha's Market has added more hours to be open.
How YOU can help the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana:
Donate Time
Become a Volunteer
We are reaching more people in need than ever before, but we need your help. Volunteers are vital to the success of our mission of ending hunger in northwest Louisiana. Opportunity is waiting. Click here for a list of all our volunteer opportunities.
Donate Funds
Make a Financial Donation
For every $1 the Food Bank receives, we are able to distribute $10 in food value. Your gift will help the Food Bank distribute healthy food to those who need it. The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana does not sell, trade, or share the names of those who have so generously given to support our work to end hunger. Please donate today!
Donate Food
Host a Virtual Food Drive
Want to REALLY help the Food Bank? A Virtual Food Drive (On-Line) is the best and easy way for you to show your support for the community and make a huge difference in the lives of many. We recommend hosting an on-line virtual food drive, it's very easy to make a big difference. The Food Bank can turn your donated $10 into $100 of food.
Donate Time
Become a Volunteer
We are reaching more people in need than ever before, but we need your help. Volunteers are vital to the success of our mission of ending hunger in northwest Louisiana. Opportunity is waiting. Click here for a list of all our volunteer opportunities.
Donate Funds
Make a Financial Donation
For every $1 the Food Bank receives, we are able to distribute $10 in food value. Your gift will help the Food Bank distribute healthy food to those who need it. The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana does not sell, trade, or share the names of those who have so generously given to support our work to end hunger. Please donate today!
Donate Food
Host a Virtual Food Drive
Want to REALLY help the Food Bank? A Virtual Food Drive (On-Line) is the best and easy way for you to show your support for the community and make a huge difference in the lives of many. We recommend hosting an on-line virtual food drive, it's very easy to make a big difference. The Food Bank can turn your donated $10 into $100 of food.
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Check out our Virtual Food Drive! Just click below to get started.
Click here to "shop" virtually!
We have made donating to the Food Bank easy. No time to shop--you can shop in our virtual grocery store. Holding a Food Drive? The Virtual Food Drive lets you or your group help to end hunger in Northwest Louisiana in an easy, immediate and highly effective way.
Click here to get started! Remember the Food Bank can multiply your donation with its buying power. Your money will go much further!
If your business or company would like to host a Virtual Food Drive please fill out the REGISTRATION FORM and contact us at 318.675.2400 ext. 100 or email us at [email protected].
VIRTUAL DRIVES
Please click on the LOGO for a specific organization or business sponsored Virtual Food Drive or make your impact last all year by joining Nourish 365 with a monthly gift and your donation will be matched!
We have made donating to the Food Bank easy. No time to shop--you can shop in our virtual grocery store. Holding a Food Drive? The Virtual Food Drive lets you or your group help to end hunger in Northwest Louisiana in an easy, immediate and highly effective way.
Click here to get started! Remember the Food Bank can multiply your donation with its buying power. Your money will go much further!
If your business or company would like to host a Virtual Food Drive please fill out the REGISTRATION FORM and contact us at 318.675.2400 ext. 100 or email us at [email protected].
VIRTUAL DRIVES
Please click on the LOGO for a specific organization or business sponsored Virtual Food Drive or make your impact last all year by joining Nourish 365 with a monthly gift and your donation will be matched!
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We Serve These Parishes:
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FOOD BANK FACTS: As a hunger-relief organization, the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana acquires, solicits, stores, and distributes food and other essential items to low income children and families through a functional network of 150 community and faith-based nonprofit organizations across Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne, Bienville, Red River and DeSoto parishes. These non-profit organizations consist of homeless shelters, church food pantry programs, soup kitchens, residential centers, and schools. We save these organizations millions of dollars each year by providing free and low cost food and products.
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