Let's Stock Up Your Pantry
Shopping for groceries should be stress-free.
We offer a few easy ways to get what you need:
shop with us in-person, request a quick curbside pickup,
or arrange ahead with volunteers to bring the goods directly to you.
We are open on
Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
9AM - 12PM
4PM - 6PM
9AM - 12PM
On the Shelves
Fresh & Local
We partner with local farmers to provide fresh vegetables and high-quality frozen meats.
Pantry Staples
All your favorite non-perishables and canned goods.
The Extras
We stock household essentials too! Grab laundry detergent, dish soap, pet food, and even winter hats.
Yes, We Deliver!
Can't make it down to us? A friend or neighbor is welcome to shop for you during our regular hours. Otherwise, our volunteers can deliver to Johnson (or Hyde Park, Belvidere, Waterville and Eden) when you arrange ahead of time. Call 802-635-9003 to arrange a drop-off. Leave a message if no one picks up!
Community Meals
Hosted by Johnson EATS
Johnson EATS gathers neighbors around free, shared meals throughout the year. These community meals pop up every couple of months, and in July and August there are also summer pizza bakes at the town's community oven. Everything is free and open to the public, so all you need to bring is your appetite. Check out our facebook and instagram for updates and view our events on this calendar page.
Other Resources
Nearby food shelves (besides JFS)
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Lamoille Community Food Share (Morrisville) — drive-through pantry serving all of Lamoille County, including Belvidere, Eden, Johnson, Waterville and Hyde Park. lcfoodshare.org
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Cambridge Area Food Shelf (Jeffersonville) — in the basement of the Second Congregational Church, 16 Church St; serves Lamoille County residents. Useful for folks on the west side of your area.
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Capstone Community Action (Morrisville) — food, plus heating/utility, housing, and tax help. 802-888-7993
State food-benefit programs
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3SquaresVT (SNAP) — monthly money for groceries on an EBT card. Apply online, by mail, or with free help. Benefits Service Center: 1-800-479-6151. vtfoodbank.org/access-food/3squaresvt
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WIC — for pregnant people and caregivers of kids under 5. Text APPLY to 1-844-839-8942, or healthvermont.gov/wic
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Crop Cash (NOFA-VT) — matches SNAP dollars at farmers markets (up to $20/day) for local produce. Ties in nicely with your local-food focus.
For seniors
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Central Vermont Council on Aging — extra food help and Meals on Wheels for older Vermonters. Senior HelpLine: 1-800-642-5119
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Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) — monthly free food box for income-eligible seniors.
For families/kids
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Universal School Meals — free breakfast and lunch for all VT public school students (good to mention so families know it exists).
Statewide finders / navigators
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Vermont Foodbank Food Shelf Locator — lets people find any pantry by town. vtfoodbank.org
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Hunger Free Vermont — Get Food Help — clearinghouse for every program above. hungerfreevt.org/getfoodhelp
Everyone's Welcome
Your Privacy
Every volunteer signs a confidentiality agreement, and your information is never shared.
Not Just Johnson
You don't need to live in Johnson, and no one is ever turned away.
No ID Required
You don't need an ID, paperwork, or proof of anything. Just come as you are.