Food and Thrift Stores
When you need a little extra help putting food on the table or affording everyday essentials, you are not alone. This page brings together local food shelves, grocery assistance programs, and thrift stores that offer low-cost or free items to support individuals and families. These resources are here to help meet immediate needs with dignity, while also connecting you to a broader network of community support.
The Open Cupboard
The Open Cupboard is a community-supported, volunteer-run food shelf that provides free groceries, fresh produce, and essential items to individuals and families in need. In addition to regular food distribution, it offers programs like weekly food for children, clothing and household goods, and other supports designed to ensure everyone has access to nutritious food and basic necessities in a welcoming, dignified environment.
St. Croix Falls Food Shelf
St. Croix Falls Food Shelf (SCF Food Shelf) is a local, community-supported food pantry that provides free groceries and essential items to individuals and families facing food insecurity in the St. Croix Falls area. With support from volunteers and donations, it offers a welcoming place to access food during set weekly hours, helping ensure that neighbors in need have reliable access to basic nutrition.
Family Pathways Food Shelf and Thrift Store
Family Pathways Thrift Stores is a network of nonprofit thrift stores offering affordable clothing, household goods, and everyday essentials while giving back to the community. Purchases and donations directly support programs like food access, housing stability, and other essential services, helping strengthen local families. By shopping or donating, community members also help reduce waste and create opportunities for others in a welcoming, community-focused environment.
For the local Family Pathways branch, see below.
Address: 2000 Hwy 8, St. Croix Falls
Phone: (715) 483-2920
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
Feeding Wisconsin is a statewide nonprofit network that works to end hunger across Wisconsin by supporting local food banks and community partners. It helps coordinate food sourcing, distribution, and advocacy efforts, connecting farmers, donors, and agencies to ensure people in every county have access to nutritious food. Through collaboration and public engagement, Feeding Wisconsin strengthens the statewide response to food insecurity and works toward a hunger-free Wisconsin.
Call Maureen for more info on Quest cards for the FoodShare Outreach program.
Phone: 715-496-3121
WIC
Wisconsin WIC (Women, Infants, and Children Program) is a nutrition support program that helps keep pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five healthy. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other health and community services. The program is designed to support families during important stages of early development and help ensure access to the nutritious food and care they need to grow and thrive.