Food Pantry Services
Empowering Tolland County community members with nourishment and support since 1970.
“This is where my heart is, to help others like myself. Food Bank. A non-profit place. All have great hearts here. If you need food, then come here. If you want to give back, give your time, come here. You will meet so many wonderful people.”
— Theresia H., HVCC PANTRY CLIENT REVIEW
Our Promise
Fresh Food & Produce
When you go shopping at a grocery store, you wouldn’t want to leave with bad produce or spoiled food. So why should visiting a food pantry be any different? At HVCC, we work with a number of local stores, food distributors and more to ensure you are receiving the freshest food available.
Weekly Shopping
Like most, you probably visit the grocery store once a week to stock up. Using our pantry is no different! Leave your card at the door, this shopping trip is on us! Stock up once a week on your supplemental essentials and keep your money focused on meeting your other basic needs.
Community Driven
We couldn’t provide the services we do without the support of our community. Whether through food donations or stocking the pantry shelves. When you enter our pantry, you are participating in all your community has to offer. We are in this together!
Nutrition & Wellness Focused
You have probably heard the saying, “You are what you eat” and although we know that is not necessarily true, we do know that making healthier choices can help us a number of ways. That is why HVCC offers workshops that focus on just that! Check back soon to learn more!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our pantry is open to all in need within Tolland County, regardless of circumstance. When you visit our Food Pantry for the first time, you will be able to shop for food and leave with an intake appointment. At your appointment time, one of our Case Managers will meet with you about becoming a member and accessing your other basic needs.
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If you are unable to make it to the Pantry due to transportation issues, you may call our Dial-a-Ride program and request a ride. If you are homebound and unable to leave your residence, please call our offices and request to speak with a Case Manager regarding home delivery.
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We are located at:
29 Naek Road, Suite 5a
Vernon CT 06066
Tel (860) 872 - 7727
Fax (860) 870-6644
Our hours of operation:
Monday 2pm to 5pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 12pm to 5pm
Thursday 9am to 1pm
Fridays 9am to 12pm
Donation Guide.
Our Food Pantry runs off the generosity of others! We are most grateful for those who look to support individuals and families in our community that struggle with food insecurity. Check-out our donation guide below for helpful items to donate. Food donations can be dropped off during normal pantry hours or picked-up by us when arranged. Monetary donations are also accepted and are used to purchase food at a reduced cost.
Non-perishable food items such as peanut butter, jelly, canned tuna, pasta and sauce, cereal, boxes of macaroni and cheese, canned spaghetti and more.
Beverages including juice boxes, bottled juice, and dry or powdered milk.
Household items such as toilet paper, paper towels, plastic wrap, soap, toothpaste, and shampoo.
