Healthy Food Pantry

SECOM Healthy Food Pantry provides healthy food to over 3500 individuals every month. We are proud to serve healthy food, like farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, in a warm, welcoming environment. We also help neighbors navigate community resources for housing, employment, and more.

​​Pantry Hours of Operation

Tuesday/Martes: 9a-12p & 1p-3p
Wednesday/Miercoles: 9a-12p & 1p-3p
Friday/Viernes: 9a-12p

​Neighbors are welcome to come any time during pantry hours, no appointment required!
New to the Pantry?
​If this is your first time visiting the pantry, we will ask for ID for yourself and everyone in your household, a piece of mail, and your approximate monthly income/expenses. Don't worry if you are unable to provide these, we will not turn anyone away but it is helpful for us to create your account when you bring these. Once you're registered you can come back monthly to access healthy foods and referrals to community resources.

What is Neighbor Choice?

SECOM is committed to the values of education, wellness, and empowerment.  Neighbor Choice means that pantry neighbors work with SECOM staff and volunteers to use My Plate, choosing foods from all the main food groups that best fit their family's needs.

​Please email pantrymanager@secomministries.org with any questions regarding the food pantry.

Healthy Food Policy at SECOM

Purpose: SECOM is committed to providing nutritious food to its neighbors. Nutrition is widely recognized as key to maintaining health and preventing chronic disease. There is strong evidence that those affected by food insecurity are at the highest risk for obesity and other diet-related illnesses. We believe that every person has the right to access healthy foods.  

Nutrition Rationale: These foods contain little to no vitamins, minerals, or other protective nutrients for the body. When eaten in excess, they lead to an increase in obesity, heart disease, and diabetes risks. These foods are also often more accessible for people on a limited food budget.

Nutrition Guidelines: The nutritional guidelines SECOM will use, follow the recommendations from the “Dietary Guidelines for Healthy Americans”

 SECOM will prioritize distributing:
  • Fresh vegetables and fruits
  • Whole grain products
  • Food low in sodium/ Food low in sugar
  • Lean sources of protein (plant and animal sources; canned, dried, or frozen)
  • Fruits that are minimally processed (canned, frozen, or dried; whole, cut-up, or pureed) or 100% fruit juice
  • Vegetables that are minimally processed (frozen, canned, or dried/dehydrated; whole, cut-up, or mashed) or 100%  vegetable juice
  • Dairy products that are high in calcium, but also low in fat
  • Beverages including: 100% fruit or vegetable  juice, skim/low-fat milk, bottled water
  • Basic staple foods that tend  to provide  the best nutrition per dollar