The Community Food Pantry

The Community Food Pantry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the greater Reno/Sparks area by providing emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need. Founded in 2008, the pantry partners with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada and receives support from local grocery stores and community donations to distribute three-day food supplies to approximately 20,000-25,000 people annually, with roughly half being children. The organization is entirely volunteer-staffed, with dedicated volunteers contributing approximately 5,000 hours annually to support the pantry's mission.