The Joan C. Dauber Food Pantry
Hours
Our History
For over 40 years, the Joan C. Dauber Food Pantry at Saint Francis, previously known as the Saint Francis Emergency Food Bank, has provided food assistance, nutritional counseling, and case management to families and individuals in Hartford and Tolland Counties. Established in 1976, it was the first food pantry located within a hospital setting. Today, the Food Pantry continues its work with support from grants, donations, and contributions from employee-giving who help through drives for diapers and household items.
Our Work
The Joan C. Dauber Food Pantry offers eligible individuals in the Greater Hartford community access to nutritious food and vital resources, addressing their needs through a variety of support programs.
Our Programs
- Food Pantry Hours:
- Monday (9 AM - 2 PM)
- Wednesday (9 AM - 12 PM | 3 - 5 PM)
- Thursday (9 AM - 12 PM)
- The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) - We participate in TEFAP, a federal program that provides free, nutritious food to low-income individuals and families. To qualify for our services, you must be a resident of Connecticut and fall within Connecticut FoodShare emergency food assistance program income guidelines. Walk ins are welcome.
- Call us at (860) 714-2845 to schedule an appointment to meet with one of our team members and complete a social care screening.
Community Partnership and Engagement
The Joan C. Dauber Food Pantry is proud to work with various community organizations, including COMPASS Youth Collaborative, CT Foodshare, Midwest Food Bank, Urban Alliance, Red Tomato, CT Diaper Bank, and Hartford Housing Authority.
How You Can Help
- Donate or Volunteer: To donate food, request assistance, or volunteer your time, contact the Joan C. Dauber Food Pantry at Saint Francis at (860) 714-2845. No household items or clothing are accepted.
- Monetary Donations: To make a financial contribution, contact Whitney Dionne at (860) 714-5174 or whitney.hubbsdionne@trinityhealthofne.org. You can also donate online by selecting "Joan C. Dauber Food Pantry" as the Area of Care.