The Vassar Food Pantry was started in 1985 as an emergency service to help people, who are experiencing difficulty making ends meet because of an emergency, such as a layoff, illness or major car repair, etc.  The Vassar Food Pantry is funded 100% through donations.

Director:  Peggy Barnes

Hours of Operation:  Due to current Covid 19 restrictions, we are currently only open on Thursday from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm

Guidelines:  

• Clients are eligible to receive help from the Vassar Food Pantry only one time in a four month period.
• Client must be a resident of Vassar, Millington, Mayville, Richville, Reese or Frankenmuth
• Clients may be asked to show most recent W2 or pay stubs to prove household income.
• Assistance is given in the form of food boxes and vouchers.
  • Vouchers are redeemable at Central Shop Rite. 
  • Any voucher found to be altered will not be honored and the individual will no longer be available for assistance.
  • Items you may not purchase with a voucher:
    • Alcohol
    • Cigarettes
    • Lottery Tickets
    • Carbonated Beverages​​​​​​​
• Vouchers are good for 7 days 
• Appointments are not necessary - Walk-ins are served on a first come first served basis.

Donations:  Donations of food, cleaning products, personal hygiene products, pet food and money are always welcome.  Donations can be made during regular parish office hours.  Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, or you can call Peggy at (989)326-4944 to arrange for a drop off.

Contact Us:  Peggy Barnes (989)823-8311 or (989)326-4944