Youth & Young Adults Food Assistance

Food Assistance for Youth & Young Adults in Greenville, SC

Support for young people (roughly 18–24) navigating life without a parent or guardian, including youth-focused shelters and drop-in centers.

Below are 12 food assistance resources in Greenville County ready to help. Each one shows what to do next.

Food Housing

Greenville Rescue Mission - Miracle Hill Ministries

What they help with: Emergency shelter and meals for men experiencing homelessness.
Who it's for: Serves youth and young adults, older adults and men
Good to know: Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 242-6933 More about Greenville Rescue Mission - Miracle Hill Ministries

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North Greenville Food Crisis Ministry

What they help with: Food pantry serving the northern Greenville County area.
Who it's for: Serves youth and young adults, older adults and men
Good to know: Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 834-7342 More about North Greenville Food Crisis Ministry

Food Financial

Center for Community Services

What they help with: Food, financial assistance, and basic-needs help for families.
Who it's for: Serves veterans, families with children, youth and young adults, older adults, women and men
Good to know: Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 967-2022 More about Center for Community Services

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Daily Bread Ministries - Greer Soup Kitchen

What they help with: Free hot meals and shelter outreach in Greer.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Where: 521 E. Poinsett St., Greer, SC 29651
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 540-4681 More about Daily Bread Ministries - Greer Soup Kitchen

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Upstate Food Not Bombs

What they help with: Volunteers sharing free hot vegetarian meals in public spaces, open to all.
Who it's for: Open to everyone

Next step: Visit their website to see how to get help.

Visit their website More about Upstate Food Not Bombs

Food Financial

Catholic Charities Upstate

What they help with: Emergency financial help, food, and counseling for anyone in need.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Where: 2300 Old Buncombe Rd, Greenville, SC 29600
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 331-2629 More about Catholic Charities Upstate

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LiveWell Greenville Food Resource Guide

What they help with: A countywide guide to food pantries, meal sites, and SNAP resources.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 365-6357 More about LiveWell Greenville Food Resource Guide

Food Financial

Mother Teresa House

What they help with: Food, clothing, and basic-needs assistance.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Hours: Tue & Thu 10am-2pm
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 412-7101 More about Mother Teresa House

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Project Host

What they help with: Soup kitchen serving free lunches, plus a culinary job-training program.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Where: 525 S Academy Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Check their website for meal times, then walk in.

Visit their website More about Project Host

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St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

What they help with: Free Saturday-morning breakfast open to the community.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Hours: Breakfast Saturdays 7:30-8:30am
Where: 1002 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 235-5884 More about St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

Food Financial

St. Anthony's of Padua Catholic Church

What they help with: Parish outreach offering food and emergency assistance to neighbors in need.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Where: 204 Douthit St, Greenville, SC 29601
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 233-7717 More about St. Anthony's of Padua Catholic Church

Food Housing

Triune Mercy Center

What they help with: Hot meals, case management, and housing navigation for anyone in need — no questions asked.
Who it's for: Open to everyone
Where: 222 Rutherford St, Greenville, SC 29609
Good to know: You can get help without a photo ID.
Hours are not listed here. Call before you go.

Next step: Call to check when they are serving or open.

Call (864) 233-8020 More about Triune Mercy Center

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Frequently asked questions

Where can youth and young adults get food assistance in Greenville, SC?

There are 12 organizations on this page that provide food assistance to youth and young adults in Greenville County, including Greenville Rescue Mission - Miracle Hill Ministries and North Greenville Food Crisis Ministry. Call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility before you go.

Do I need to show ID or prove income to get food?

Most food pantries and meal sites in Greenville, SC serve anyone who comes, with little or no paperwork. Some may ask for basic information. If you don't have a photo ID, several organizations still serve you and can even help you get one.

Is this help really free?

The organizations listed are free or low-cost. Services, hours, and eligibility can change, so please call ahead to confirm what's available before visiting.

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