Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

Food Assistance in Merrillville, Indiana. Member food bank of the Feeding America national network — the largest U.S. hunger-relief organization, comprising 198 regional food banks that distribute meals through partner pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and community programs. Contact this food bank for emergency food assistance, partner agency referrals, or to volunteer. Find food: https://foodbanknwi.org/food-assistance

Phone: (219) 980-1777

Address: 6490 Broadway, Merrillville, Indiana, 46410

Website: https://foodbanknwi.org/

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Northwest Indiana food bank serving Lake, Porter, Newton, Jasper, Starke counties, mobile pantry, SNAP, senior box, school pantry, community garden

Insurance & payment accepted: Free

Good to know: Source: Feeding America national food bank network (feedingamerica.org) • parent food bank • OrganizationID=139

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Frequently asked questions about Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

How do I contact Food Bank of Northwest Indiana?

You can call Food Bank of Northwest Indiana at (219) 980-1777 or visit 6490 Broadway in Merrillville, Indiana. Their website is https://foodbanknwi.org/.

What services does Food Bank of Northwest Indiana offer?

Food Bank of Northwest Indiana offers Northwest Indiana food bank serving Lake, Porter, Newton, Jasper, Starke counties, mobile pantry, SNAP, senior box, school pantry, community garden. Member food bank of the Feeding America national network — the largest U.S. hunger-relief organization, comprising 198 regional food banks that distribute meals through partner pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and community programs. Contact this food bank for emergency food assistance, partner ag

Are services at Food Bank of Northwest Indiana free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Food Bank of Northwest Indiana reports accepting: Free. Call Food Bank of Northwest Indiana at (219) 980-1777 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does Food Bank of Northwest Indiana support?

Food Bank of Northwest Indiana reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.