💛Where to Find Help with Food & How to Help Others💛
In times like these, community truly matters. Life can change quickly — one day you’re able to give, and another you may find yourself needing a little help. That’s what makes the Bethlehem area so special: neighbors showing up for one another.
We’ve gathered a list of local food pantries ready to offer support to those who need it — and always grateful for donations from those who can give. Whether you’re dropping off a few extra cans or picking some up to get by, every small act of kindness helps keep our community strong and connected.
📍 Bethlehem Food-Help Resources
Central Moravian Church Food Pantry (73 West Church Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018)
- Open for public distribution on the first Friday, second Saturday, third Saturday, and fourth Friday of each month, 8:30–11:30 a.m.. Central Moravian Church
- Donation drop-off: Drive-by drop-off on the first Sunday of each month (Jan–May: 8:30–12:30 a.m.; Jun–Aug: 9:30–11:30 a.m.). They request: sugar, flour, cereal, soup, tea, spaghetti sauce, canned fruit, evaporated milk, etc. Central Moravian Church
Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley Food Pantry Program (520 E. 4th Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015)
- By appointment only; clients call to schedule. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley
- Donations accepted—supports low-income residents of Northampton County with healthy, nutritious food options. Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry – Incarnation of Our Lord Parish (551 Thomas St., Bethlehem, PA 18015)
- Open the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. for residents of Northampton County. incarnationofourlord.org
- Accepts donations and welcomes volunteers; contact the parish for specifics.
📍 Coopersburg Food-Help Resources
Betty Lou’s Pantry — Coopersburg, PA
Location: 333 E Oxford St (co-located with St. James Lutheran Church) and PO Box 85, Coopersburg, PA 18036. Betty Lou's Pantry+3stjamescoopersburg.org+3Betty Lou's Pantry+3
- Distribution: 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Arrive no later than 10:00 AM. Betty Lou's Pantry+1
- Donation drop-off: Non-perishables accepted at multiple local drop-offs (Coopersburg & Center Valley Post Offices, Southern Lehigh Public Library). Also, at the Pantry Wednesdays from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM; call 484-898-5482 for other times. Betty Lou's Pantry
📍 Hellertown Food-Help Resources
New Jerusalem Lutheran Church Food Pantry — Hellertown / Saucon Valley Area
Location: 3233 Apple Church Rd, Bethlehem / Saucon Valley, PA 18015. ste02-new-jerusalem+1
- Food Pantry Distribution: 3rd & 4th Saturdays of each month (example: Saturdays 8:30–10:45 AM) for local residents in the Saucon Valley School District. ste02-new-jerusalem
- Donation Drop-off: 3rd & 4th Fridays, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM by the ramp entrance. Holiday months may vary.
📍 Nazareth Food-Help Resources
Nazareth Area Food Bank (Nazareth)
Located at 529 S. Main Street, Nazareth, PA 18064. Phone 610-365-8869. They provide groceries and food assistance to households in the Nazareth Area School District with dignity and compassion. Nazareth Area Food Bank
They also welcome donations of non-perishable food items and host food drives.
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley & Northeast Pennsylvania — 6969 Silver Crest Road, Nazareth, PA 18064. They serve a wide region (Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, etc.) and can help locate food distribution sites.
Website: shfblv.org
📍 Bath Food-Help Resources
Bath Area Food Pantry – 206 E Main St, Bath, PA 18014. Distribution: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:30–11:00 a.m. and 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Wind Gap Food-Help Resources
Hope United Church of Christ Food Pantry (Wind Gap, PA 18091)
- Address: 710 Cherry Street, Wind Gap, PA. Lions 14K+1
- Hours of distribution: Every 1st & 3rd Monday, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Food Pantries
- Donations: Contact the pantry at 610-863-4474 to arrange drop-offs. Food Pantries+1
St. Elizabeth/St. Joseph Food Ministry (Wind Gap, PA 18091)
- Address: 260 North Lehigh Avenue (Wind Gap). Food Pantries+1
- Hours of distribution: 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month, 9:00 am – 10:00 am. Food Pantries+1
- Donations: Call ahead at 610-863-7542 for drop-off or volunteer info.
Am I missing some? Please email me samfiller@macaronikid.com to make sure it gets added!
List compiled with AI assistance.
