Feeding America

Food Distribution Schedule

Important Reminder: The drive-thru food distribution held at the Food Bank of Lincoln will temporarily relocate to Air Park at NW 48th Street & Air Park Road due to road construction in the area. To view the distribution map, click here!

The Food Bank of Lincoln is committed to alleviating hunger in Southeast Nebraska. We will continue to feed neighbors facing hunger in the face of circumstances that change on a daily, sometimes hourly basis. We will strive to meet the most pressing needs of as many guests as possible while ensuring the safety of our staff and volunteers. For the safety of all, mobile food distributions will be canceled or postponed during inclement weather. This schedule will be updated as needed. Please check back regularly for updates.

 

 

To print or save schedules to your device, click on the link below:

October Distribution Schedule

 

 

 

Check out the list of Nebraska’s Little Free Pantries*!

*Little Free Pantries are owned and hosted by community members. Food Bank of Lincoln does not stock or maintain these pantries.*

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a mobile food distribution work?

Guests remain in their vehicles and Food Bank staff or volunteers load food into trunks and truck beds. Walk-up service is also available. If walking-up, we recommend bringing a cart or bag to help carry the food. The low-contact, no-contact drive-thru style provides maximum safety for individuals receiving food, as well as for staff and volunteers conducting the distribution.

What do I need to bring?

You do not need to bring any documentation with you. We will never ask for an ID, pay stub, social security card or any other document. We do ask that you please clear space in your trunk or truck bed ahead of time to make room for the food.

Will I need to complete any paperwork?

Yes. Some food supplied by the Food Bank of Lincoln comes from the federal government through a program called The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). This program is part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Neighbors receiving USDA food are asked to complete a TEFAP form.

Learn more about the form and see an example, here: TEFAP FAQ.

I am picking up food for someone else (or want someone else to pick up food for me). What do I do?

Anyone who cannot complete the TEFAP form in-person will need to complete a proxy form in advance. Only one proxy form per vehicle is allowed. Text messages and notes are not accepted.

Note: A person with a proxy form can pick up for one other household, but they must go back to the end of the line to pick up for that person.

Click HERE to download and print a proxy form.

How many people can you serve per vehicle? What if I have a proxy form?

Household Limits & Proxy Procedure at Mobile Food Distributions | Effective 9/01/2024 

Mobile Distributions in Lincoln: No more than 2 households served per vehicle.

  • Two individuals from different households (separate addresses) in one vehicle OR
  • One individual and one proxy form

Mobile Distributions in rural communities: No more than 3 households served per vehicle.

  • Three individuals from different households (separate addresses) in one vehicle OR
  • Two individuals from different households (separate addresses) and one proxy form

Proxies: A person with a proxy form can pick up for one other household, but they must go back to the end of the line to pick up for that person.

Do I need to sign-up in advance?

Nope! Mobile food distributions are open to all.

What happens in the event of inclement weather?

For the safety of all, mobile food distributions will be canceled or postponed during inclement weather. These notices will be communicated on our website, social media channels and main phone line greeting (402) 466-8170. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram: @FoodBankofLincoln.

Additional Food Resources

Lincoln Fresh

Lincoln Fresh provides fruits and vegetables to neighbors in Lincoln.

Lincoln Fresh Schedule

Food Finder

Enter your zip code to view a list of food resources near you.

Food Finder Tool

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement

 

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including gender identity and sexual orientation), age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs).
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.  Additionally, program information is available in languages other than English.
To file a complaint alleging discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at in English here or in Spanish here or at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.  To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1)Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 (2)Fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3)Email.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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