The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa
Food Assistance in Des Moines, Iowa. The Salvation Army's Des Moines and Central Iowa area command, which runs a food pantry and the Cure Hunger meal program along with help toward rent, utilities, and shelter. Call for current pantry hours, the location nearest you, and what to bring.
Phone: 515-282-3599
Website: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/desmoines
Languages: English, Spanish
Services offered: Food pantry, emergency food, meal programs, utility/rent assistance, holiday assistance, disaster relief in Des Moines
Insurance & payment accepted: Free
Good to know: Phone verified from centralusa.salvationarmy.org/desmoines and the area command contact page at salvationarmyusa.org on 2026-10-06. Replaces the national Salvation Army donation-pickup line (800-725-2769) and the placeholder street address this row previously carried. No street address published for walk-in food service, so address is NULL.
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Frequently asked questions about The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa
How do I contact The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa?
You can call The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa at 515-282-3599 in Des Moines, Iowa. Their website is https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/desmoines.
What services does The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa offer?
The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa offers Food pantry, emergency food, meal programs, utility/rent assistance, holiday assistance, disaster relief in Des Moines. The Salvation Army's Des Moines and Central Iowa area command, which runs a food pantry and the Cure Hunger meal program along with help toward rent, utilities, and shelter. Call for current pantry hours, the location nearest you, and what to bring.
Are services at The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa free or low-cost?
Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa reports accepting: Free. Call The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa at 515-282-3599 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa support?
The Salvation Army of Des Moines and Central Iowa 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.