Now more than ever, families and individuals across the Treasure Valley are turning to local food banks for support. Rising costs have made it harder for many to put a full meal on the table — especially as Thanksgiving approaches.

This season, giving back can make all the difference. A few cans of soup, a box of pasta, or a simple donation can help a neighbor share in the warmth of a holiday meal.

Here are local food pantries and donation centers across the Boise, Meridian, and Nampa areas where your generosity can make an immediate impact.

Treasure Valley Food Donation Locations

Boise

Vineyard Boise Food Pantry – Boise
Hours: Tuesdays 1:00–3:00 p.m., Thursdays 5:00–7:00 p.m.
What They Need: Non-perishables, dry goods, canned soups, and toiletries.
How to Donate: Drop donations at the pantry during open hours or at the main church office during weekdays.

Corpus Christi House – Boise
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
What They Need: Non-perishable food, ready-to-eat meals, and hygiene items.
How to Donate: Donations can be delivered on-site or arranged through their volunteer coordinator.

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Food Bank – Boise
Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
What They Need: Canned tuna, chicken, cereal, pasta sauce, soup, beans, fruits, vegetables, chili, and boxed mac & cheese.
How to Donate: Bring donations directly to the church during open hours.

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry – Boise
Hours: Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
What They Need: Canned tuna, rice, peanut butter, and general pantry staples.
How to Donate: Deliver food items during open hours or contact the local pantry for current needs.

The Salvation Army Boise Food Pantry
Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.; Friday, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
What They Need: Contact Family Services at (208) 433-4423 for the most-needed items.
How to Donate: Drop off food during open hours or arrange a larger donation by phone.

Boise Hive Food Pantry – Boise
Hours: Daily, 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
What They Need: Non-perishable items and fresh produce.
How to Donate: Drop donations during open hours or sign up to volunteer.

Calvary Chapel Boise Food Pantry – Boise
Hours: Monday–Thursday 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Friday 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
What They Need: Cereal, canned vegetables, beans, tuna, rice, pasta, spaghetti sauce, peanut butter, boxed potatoes, and mac & cheese.
How to Donate: Drop off donations during business hours at the church's food pantry entrance.

Meridian

Meridian Food Bank
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
What They Need: Canned meats (tuna/chicken), peanut butter, beans, fruits, vegetables, pasta, sauce, cereal, rice, and soup.
How to Donate: Drop items during open hours or donate online to help purchase fresh food.

The Idaho Foodbank – Meridian 
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
What They Need: Whole-grain pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, beans, rice, peanut butter, and boxed meals.
How to Donate: Drop off food during business hours or organize a community food drive. Details at https://idahofoodbank.org/get-involved/give-food-resources/food-donations/

Nampa

St. Vincent de Paul Nampa (Our Lady of Guadalupe)
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
What They Need: Cereal, canned protein, pasta sauce, Hamburger Helper, and toilet paper.
How to Donate: Drop donations during open hours.

Care House Food Bank – Nampa
Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
What They Need: General non-perishable items.
How to Donate: Deliver items during open hours or contact the organization for special drop-offs.

Kuna

Kuna Food Bank
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
What They Need: Non-perishables; perishable items like butter, eggs, produce, meat, and milk are accepted only during open hours.
How to Donate: Bring donations during open hours or drop non-perishables at yellow bins at local businesses.

Star

Star Food Bank (Star Outreach)
Hours: Call (208) 779-0046 for drop-off times.
What They Need: Jam, jelly, salad dressing, cold cereal, canned fruit, pasta sauce, canned beans, and canned meats (tuna, chicken).
How to Donate: Call ahead to confirm donation times.

Eagle

Eagle Food Bank
Hours: Call for specific drop-off times.
What They Need: General non-perishable items.
How to Donate: Contact the food bank directly to arrange a delivery.

Hope Lutheran Food Bank – Eagle
Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
What They Need: General non-perishable items.
How to Donate: Drop off items during open hours.

Specialized Food Donation Locations

Boise State University (BSU) Campus Food Pantry
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Who They Serve: Current BSU students.
What They Need: Canned meats, beans, alternative milks, nut-free spreads, gluten-free pasta, and full-size personal care items.
How to Donate: Drop off donations at Campus School, Room 103.

Caldwell Senior Center
Address: 1009 Everett St, Caldwell, ID 83605
Phone: (208) 459-0132
What They Do: Offers daily community lunches for seniors (age 60+).
How to Donate: Call for donation hours or meal sponsorship opportunities.

Meals on Wheels (Caldwell & Nampa)
Caldwell URL: https://www.caldwellseniorcenter.org/meals-on-wheels/
Nampa URL: https://www.saintalphonsus.org/location/nampa-meals-on-wheels/
What They Do: Delivers meals to homebound seniors.
How to Donate: Call your local Meals on Wheels office to ask about in-kind donations or volunteer needs.

El-Ada Community Action Partnership
Boise Location: 2250 S Vista Ave, Boise, ID 83705
Garden City Location: 701 E 44th St, Garden City, ID 83714
Phone: (208) 345-2820
What They Do: Provides food boxes and resources to low-income residents.
How to Donate: Drop off donations during business hours or coordinate larger drives through their staff.