At The Brook, we believe in caring for our neighbors. Below you’ll find a list of trusted community organizations that provide food, housing, and other essential support for families in need.
Community Organizations
United Way SC 2-1-1
uwasc.org
text “HELP” to 211-211 or dial 211 to get the closest open food assistance the same day.
Harvest Hope Food Bank – Midlands Emergency Pantry
2220 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC
Phone: 803-254-4432
harvesthope.org
Mon–Thur: 9.–1p, Fri: 9a–12p (modified intake on site)
Walk-up/drive-thru, bring your photo ID if you have it.
The Cooperative Ministry
(Mary’s Pantry / Vouchers)
3821 West Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC
Phone: 803-799-3853
https://www.coopmin.org/
Mon–Thur: 9a–2p for emergency food
Bring your photo ID and Social Security card if you have them.
The Salvation Army of the Midlands – Social Services
3024 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
Phone: 803-765-0260
Midlands Salvation Army
Mon–Thur: 8:30a–4p
Pantry/food assistance handled through Social Services
Rehoboth United Methodist Church – Food Pantry
6911 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC
Phone: 803-788-2220
Rehoboth Food Pantry
Mon–Thur: 10a–12p, Wed: 10a–12p & Fri: 4p–6p (call to verify hours)
Sharing God’s Love
147 Friarsgate Blvd, Irmo, SC
Phone: 803-732-3188
Request Assistance
Mon–Fri: 9a–12p, Tue: 4p–6p
Pantry & utility assistance by appointment.
Must live in zip codes: 29210, 29212 & 29063
FoodShare South Carolina
201 Columbia Mall Blvd, Suite 109, Columbia, SC 29223
Phone: 803-851-4461 • foodshare.org
More Info
Fresh Food Box – produce at low cost / SNAP accepted
Order ahead; SNAP/EBT discounted boxes
Not a free pantry–reliable fresh produce resource.
Richland Library “Eat Fresh Freely”
Community Fridges – free produce
Select Locations:
St. Andrews, Northeast, Eastover, & North Main. Open during library hours.