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Food banks in Tennessee.
Tennessee's five regional food banks serve all 95 counties through more than 1,800 partner agencies and direct-distribution programs.
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee
Mid-South Food Bank
Chattanooga Area Food Bank
Real Phone Numbers, Real Help
Need food today?
If a local food bank above can't help right away, these national hotlines can connect you to a soup kitchen, pantry, or emergency meal site near you.
general24/7 in most areas
211 — Local Help, Any Need
United Way nationwide help line. Connects you with local food, housing, utility, healthcare, employment, and crisis services in your community.
2-1-1Official sitefoodMon–Fri, 8am–8pm ET
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Free help finding food banks, SNAP/EBT info, soup kitchens, and meal sites near you. English and Spanish operators.
1-866-348-6479En español: 1-877-842-6273Official siteNote: These are official government and 501(c)(3) hotlines we share as a public service. Ask Helping Hand is not affiliated with these organizations.