The holiday season can bring a mix of emotions, especially for those experiencing challenges or hardships. The added expenses and pressures of the season can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, there are numerous food resources available across North Dakota and in Clay County, Minnesota, offering hope and tangible support. From local food pantries to community meal options, these resources are here to ensure everyone has the chance to celebrate.
This list was updated as of 12/19/24, and will continue to be updated into December.
Barnesville Area Food Pantry
Build your own baskets are available during the weeks leading up to Christmas. A ham will be available with a full selection of sides and ingredients—stuffing, potatoes, gravy, vegetables, dessert, butter, and more. Please call (218) 354-7207 for more information.
Cavalier County Emergency Food Pantry
Christmas baskets on Friday, December 20th.
Interested parties should please call: (701) 256-4280 and talk to Kim to sign up.
Community Cupboard of Underwood
Christmas Food Baskets will be handed out on Saturday December 21st 10am-12pm
Pre-registration is not required. Please call (701) 595-0320 with questions.
Hunger Free Food Pantry (New Rockford, ND)
Share the Joy project partners with Hunger Free Food Pantry to provide Christmas baskets for individuals that sign up. Please call 701-947-2478 for more information.
Kindred Lutheran Church
If you are in need of a holiday food basket or would like to suggest a family to receive one, please contact the church office at 428-3630 for more information.
Larimore Food Pantry
Providing Christmas baskets. Call (701) 775-8661 for more information.
Nativity Catholic Church (Fargo)
Serving a hot Christmas Eve meal on December 24th from 6:00-8:00pm at 1825 11th St S, Fargo, ND 58103.
Olivet Lutheran Church (Fargo)
Serving a hot Christmas Eve meal on December 24th from 6:00-8:00pm at 330 University Drive S, Fargo, ND 58103.
Ransom County Food Pantry
Christmas baskets will also be available during December, more details to come.
Please call Terry at 701-308-0905.
The Salvation Army Fargo Moorhead
Serving a hot Christmas Eve meal on December 24th from 11:00am-12:30pm at 304 Roberts St N, Fargo, ND 58102.