FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

If you or your family are in need of food, we are here to help. Our goal is to make sure no one in our community goes hungry.

  • Food distribution takes place:
    🕘 Tuesdays and Thursdays
    ⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    📍 305 East Trade Street, Dallas, NC

  • More information below

What you need to know:

  • Food assistance is available to anyone living in Gaston County.

  • No ID is required to receive TEFAP (The Emergency Food Assistance Program) food.

  • Drive-thru only service—please stay in your vehicle.

  • No appointment needed—just come during distribution hours.

  • Food is given out on a first-come, first-served basis.

How to line up:
Please park in the parallel spaces along Trade Street and then continue the line down to College Street. Our volunteers will be there to guide you and get food to your vehicle as quickly as possible.

We know that asking for help isn’t always easy—but please know that you will be treated with kindness, respect, and compassion. Whether this is your first time or you’ve come before, we’re here for you.