Resources in Pensacola
Sometimes what helps most is just getting pointed in the right direction. If you haven’t already, you can dial 211 to reach United Way of West Florida — they’re a strong resource here in Pensacola and can help with a wide range of needs.
Build a Dream is not able to help with rent or utilities. What we can do is help with groceries (including nutritional supplements). Please read through this healthy list of resources for food support FIRST, before turning to our intake questionnaire below.​ Build a Dream supports food pantries throughout the Pensacola area.
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RESOURCES:
Where to find food assistance in Pensacola and Escambia County - Community Health Northwest Florida
Find A Pantry Results - Feeding The Gulf Coast
211 Northwest Florida | United Way of West Florida
http://pensacolacaringhearts.org/contact-us.html
https://www.sunshinehealth.com/supporting-florida-communities/welcome-rooms/pensacola.html
Myrtle Grove Elementary PTA Food Resources:
MANNA FOOD PANTRIES
Address: 3030 N E Street, Pensacola Phone: 850-432-2053 Hours: Appointment only Notes: Must call to schedule pickup: Accepts food donations Mon-Fri, 9 AM-4 PM
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FEEDING THE GULF COAST (MILTON - SERVES ESCAMBIA)
Address: 5709 Industrial Blvd, Milton Phone:
850-626-1332 Hours: Mobile pantry schedule varies Notes: Regional food bank serving Escambia via partner sites
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MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WARRINGTON EMERGENCY AID CENTER
Address: 406 S Navy Blvd, Pensacola Phone: 850-972-9304 Hours: Thurs & Fri | 10 AM-1 PM Notes: Located in Warrington Presbyterian Church annex
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EAST BRENT BAPTIST CHURCH
Address: 4801 N Davis Hwy. Pensacola Phone: 850-477-5812 Hours: Tuesday | 9 AM-11 AM Notes: Weekly pantry, walk-in
ELIJAH FOOD PANTRY
Address: 1030 N/57th Ave, Pensacola Phone: 850-456-7463 Hours: Tuesday | 2 PM Notes: First 40 families served; ID required
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Address: 2200 W DeSoto St & 5200 Saufley Field Rd, Pensacola Phone: 850-434-6615 / 850-457-3833 Hours: Tuesday & Thursday mornings (by appointment) Notes: Two locations; appointment required
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BROWNSVILLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD (THE HOPE CENTER)
Address: 3100 W DeSoto St, Pensacola Phone: 850-430-2100 Hours: Wednesday | 7 AM-9 AM Notes: Drive-through pantry; also Sunday distribution
SALVATION ARMY - PENSACOLA
Address: 1501 N Q St, Pensacola Phone: 850-432-1501 Hours: Tues/Thurs 10 AM-12 PM; Wed/Fri 2-4 PM Notes: Walk-in food assistance
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SAMARITAN HANDS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Address: 511 N Tarragona St, Pensacola Phone: 850-438-8907 Hours: Mon-Thurs | 9 AM-11:30 AM Notes: Groceries and clothing assistance
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HOLY CROSS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Address: 2100 W Fairfield Dr., Pensacola Phone: 850-477-8596 Hours: Wednesday | 9 AM-10:30 AM Notes: Drive-through pantry
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LOAVES & FISHES SOUP KITCHEN
Address: 257 E Lee St, Pensacola Phone: 850-438-7616 Hours: Breakfast: Mon-Fri at 7 AM Lunch: Sat at 11:30 AM Dinner: Sun. Mon, Wed at 5 PM Notes: Shelter residents also fed daily
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PERDIDO BAY BAPTIST CHURCH
Address: 12600 Sorrento Rd, Pensacola Phone: 850-492-2604 Hours: Wednesday | 9 AM-11 AM Notes: Walk-in; ID and proof of address required
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SOUP KITCHEN
Address: 140 W Government St, Pensacola Phone: 850-436-6461 Hours: Tuesday | 10 AM-11 AM Notes: Hot lunch served to walk-ins
HARVEST OF HOPE PANTRY (NWFCO)
Address: 9191 N Davis Hwy, Pensacola Phone: 850-505-9673 Hours: Fridays (monthly, by appointment) | 5:30 PM-6:30 PM Notes: Appointment required
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH
Address: 303 S Navy Blvd, Pensacola Phone: 850-456-5218 Hours: 2nd & 4th Wednesday | 8 AM- 9:30 AM Notes: Drive-through pantry
ENSLEY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
Address: 8300 N Palafox St, Pensacola Phone: 850-476-4458 Hours: 5 events per year Saturday, 9 AM Notes: Large-scale drive-through giveaways
THE FATHER'S HEART MINISTRIES
Address: 4212 E Olive Rd, Pensacola Phone: 850-477-9154 Hours: 2nd Tuesday | 1:30 PM-3 PM Notes: First-come, first-served groceries
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PENSACOLA GROCERY BUDDIES (FACEBOOK GROUP)
Address: N/A (Online Group) Phone: NIA Hours: Ongoing community support Notes: Facebook-based food sharing
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THE SHELF
​Theshelfpantry@yahoo.com - grassroots community effort - Facebook based
BUILD A DREAM INTAKE FORM:
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If groceries, supplements, or diapers would help carry you through right now, we’d like to understand a little more about what’s going on so we can respond thoughtfully. When you have a moment, please walk through the questions below. Your answers are 100% confidential.
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IDENTITY & CONTACT
1. Full name and date of birth
2. Current address — and whether your housing feels stable (lease, staying with someone, etc.)
3. Best phone number to reach you
IMMEDIATE NEED
4. What would help most right now — groceries, nutritional supplements, or diapers?
5. How urgent does this feel?
a. Do you have food in the home right now? About how many days will it last?
b. When did you or someone in your household last have a full meal?
c. Are there infants or young children who need formula or diapers right now?
d. Is anyone currently going without food because there isn’t enough?
e. Do you have any way to access food in the next 24–48 hours (transportation, cash, EBT, etc.)?
f. Have you already visited any food pantries or churches this month? If so, which ones?
g. Have you tried any of the links listed above? If so, which ones?
HOUSEHOLD
6. How many people are in your household, and what are their ages?
7. Are there children, elderly individuals, or anyone with medical needs in the home?
FINANCIAL PICTURE
8. Do you currently have any income (job, disability, Social Security, child support, etc.)?
9. What brought you to this point? (job loss, medical issue, domestic situation, etc.)
OTHER SUPPORT
10. Are you connected with any other organizations for help right now? If yes, which ones?
11. Do you receive SNAP benefits?
MOVING FORWARD
12. Do you have any next steps or plans you’re working toward?
13. Is there anything making that especially difficult right now? (disability, childcare, lack of support, etc.)
Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. We know it’s not always easy to put your situation into words. We’ll read through everything carefully and do our best to support you — or help connect you to the right next step.
You matter. And we’re really glad you reached out.
Warm regards,
Diana
President & Director
BuildaDreamFoundation.org