If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, or other essential services, visit http://www.unitedwaymidlands.org/2-1-1 to find your local 211, or dial 211 to speak to someone who can help. You can also text your zip code to 898211 for text assistance. This resource is available 24 hours a day, 7-days a week.
Blue Valley Community Action (BVCA) can help with various basic needs, education, family development, health/nutrition, housing, transportation, and volunteer opportunities.
David City, NE
68632
BVCA Partnership operates over 30 programs. Each program has multiple services. Most programs and services are designed to interact with and complement each other. Thus you may qualify for, and want to use, more than one program. You will be required to fill out BVCA Partnership's Family Intake Form, which can be obtained from one of BVCA's Family Development Partners. To participate in several of BVCA's programs, you must be income eligible. Click here to download BVCA Partnership's Brochure | Spanish Version.
Remember that programs change. New services are added, new counties are covered. Eligibility requirements change as new income guidelines are issued. Should this or other circumstances inhibit your enrollment in any BVCA program, you may appeal by clicking here. This information is intended to provide a general overview. It is not the final word. If you or a family member need assistance, please contact BVCA Partnership. We will be happy to discuss your particular situation and provide you with current information on all our programs and services. We will also refer you to other agencies whose services may benefit your family.
Osceola, NE
68651
Food pantry to income qualifying people/families; Emergency assistance to qualifying people; thrift store; special projects of school supplies; Christmas adopt-a-family; income tax preparation.
Seward, NE
68434
Blue Valley Community Action (BVCA) can help with various basic needs, education, family development, health/nutrition, housing, transportation, and volunteer opportunities.
***During COVID-19, the York BVCA thrift store is closed to the public and is not taking donations at this time. The food pantry and distributions are still open. Just contact them for an appointment. They will package the food and bring it to your car to limit contact. ***
York, NE
68467
The Christ’s Cupboard is a client-choice pantry to help individuals and families who have inadequate financial resources to meet their food needs, or who because of various crises are temporarily unable to cover their food needs. Pantry hours are Mondays 3-5 pm, Thursdays 6-8 pm and Saturdays 9-11 am..
St. John also hosts the Mobile Pantry the fourth Tuesday of every month from 4:30 – 5:30 pm (watch for different dates in November and December due to holidays). Both food programs are open to residents of Seward County.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, colour, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Seward, NE
68434
Available to McCool Junction Seniors 60 years old or older on M/W/F at the Village Office at 11:30am. Suggested contribution of $4. Please call to reserve your meal at least 1 business day in advance.
To reserve a meal: (402) 362-7626. If no one answers, please leave a message clearly stating you name and what meal you are wanting. Ordering for a full week at a time is suggested.
McCool Junction, NE
68401
Available to York seniors 60 years old or older on M/W/F at the York Senior Center at 11:45am-12:15pm. Suggested $4 contribution. Please call to reserve your meal at least 1 business day in advance.
To reserve a meal: Contact York County Aging Services (402) 362-7626. If no one answers, please leave a message clearly stating you name and what meal you are wanting. Ordering for a full week at a time is suggested.
York, NE
68467
Mobile Food Distributions
Free for ANY person in need, The Food Bank of Lincoln cooperates with member agencies in Southeast Nebraska to sponsor mobile Food distributions at local sites. Each site includes distribution of some USDA product, so participants must sign the standard income self-verification sheet, but no other documentation is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bags and carts if possible.
Find the distribution schedule here: https://www.lincolnfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/2020-Rural-Food-Distributions.pdf
In the Four Corners District, stops included are: Beaver Crossing, David City, Osceola, Seward, and York. There are also stops in communities surrounding our district.
***Distributions are continuing throughout COVID-19. Adjustments may be made, such as pre-boxing food to hand to you to limit contact.***
The 2020 Lincoln Fresh season has begun! We’re pleased to announce the addition of two new locations: Northeast YMCA, 2601 North 70th Street and Mercy Western Manor Apartments, 2200 West Q Street in Lincoln. We have discontinued stops at 48th & Madison and Oak Lake Park.
In 2019, the Lincoln Fresh Mobile Distribution Truck made 269 stops, distributing 108,647 pounds of fresh fruit and produce to 12,985 visitors. We’ll look forward to seeing you at our stops as we continue to work to make Lincoln the healthiest community in the nation.
Find the Produce Run Schedule Here: https://www.lincolnfoodbank.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Monthly-Produce-Run-Schedule-2020.pdf
In the Four Corners District, there are distribution sites in David City, Seward, and York.
***Sites are still distributing throughout COVID-19. Some adjustments may be made, such as, food may be pre-boxed and handed to you to limit contact.***
Seward Foodnet
Offering free produce, boxed and canned items weekly from 5-6 pm every Thursday---drive through at the Seward United Methodist Church parking lot--1400 North 5th Street, Seward, NE. No qualifications necessary, just supply your name and number of people it will benefit. Staffed with volunteers and food donations are from local grocery stores, restaurants, and individuals.
1400 N 5th Street
Seward, NE
68434
Foodnet is a group of volunteers from many different churches and other non-profit organizations trying to stop the waste of food and provide for those in need. We collect food from donors for distribution at our sites around the Lincoln area each day. We provide mostly perishable foods such as fruits, vegetables, dairy products, bread, etc. These are items not usually found at a dry goods food pantry, but are still in demand.
In the Four Corners District, there are sites in Milford and Seward.
Foodnet distributions sites are continuing to serve those in need in Lincoln, Crete, Denton, Milford, and Seward. Each site is taking precautions to handle food in the safest way possible. No Foodnet Site has been made aware of any volunteer or patron being diagnosed or quarantined at this time. Each Foodnet site will be adjusting their routines (which may include the use of drive-up distribution) and we appreciate your patience. We couldn’t do this without the support of the businesses and institutions that generously donate to us. The Foodnet volunteers are also vital to our organization throughout each day and we thank them for their important role at this time.
During COVID-19, the Milford distribution site has closed to distributions. Please contact FoodNet, Inc. to learn about how they are adapting.
FOOD SERVICE: 3 meals are offered each day (7 days per week). Breakfast at 7:00am, Lunch at 12 Noon, and Supper at 5:30pm. If possible, call to make a reservation (especially for the morning meal) at (402) 362-0127. If you are unable to make a reservation, please come regardless. If you are in need of food pantry items, you can pick up food 7 days per week from 6:30am - 7:00pm.
CLOTHING DISTRIBUTION: If anyone needs specific clothing items, they can call the Mission and we will make those items available for their selection. We will NOT have open door distribution during virus transmission concerns. Please call if you have a need and we will gladly serve your needs if we can. We do not charge for any of our services including clothing.
CLASSES AND CHAPELS: Discipleship classes and Chapel services will continue at this time. If there is a local outbreak we will reassess at that time. Teachers and Chapel leaders are encouraged to make decisions about their participation according to their personal health concerns.
DROPPING OFF DONATIONS: We depend on the generous “Gifts in Kind” from our communities. If you are concerned about coming into the Mission with your gifts, please call from your vehicle when you arrive and we will be glad to come out to you.
Living Water Mission also offers overnight accommodations for people in need. Please contact them (whether by phone or in person) to learn more about this program.
York, NE
68467
The summer meal program is free to kids and teens (ages 1 through 18). Adult meals are available for $2.50 for breakfast and $4.00 for lunch.
Available from Wednesday, June 1, 2022 - Tuesday, July 12, 2022. Monday through Friday, except July 4th - 5th.
Breakfast 8 - 8:30am; Lunch 12 - 12:30pm.
1501 Washington Ave
York, NE
68467
To provide a hot noon day meal to elderly, ill or handicapped in the City of Seward, 5 days a week.
Seward, NE
68434
This program is free for all children from the age of 1 year to 18 years who live in the Shelby/Rising City school district. Snack/breakfast will be offered from 8am - 1am. Lunch will be offered from 10:30am - 12pm.
This program was designed to encourage face to face interaction for all students. All students will have to eat in the cafeteria UNLESS special circumstances.
Sign-up for summer snack/breakfast and lunch! - Free (breakfast/snacks) & lunches from June 6th to July 28th for all individuals from 1 years to 18 years. - Sign-up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HHm20uTV2uq_eT6-yFMCKgfEcYRAf9WhJXVzoq3hpaA/edit?usp=sharing - Two options: Breakfast/Snack (8am - 10am) & Lunch (10:30am - 12pm) - Will serve Monday through Thursday - Starting on June 6th and goes until July 28th Guidelines established by NDE: - Must eat in cafeteria (the NDE said the point of this was for interactions with all students before covid derailed that). That is for both breakfast/snacks and lunch - Single meals and snacks (can't double up for the weekend or for Fridays) If you have questions, please call the office (402) 527-5946 and ask for Mr. Tejkl or Mrs. Velasco.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Hotline is available Monday - Friday 8:00am - 6:30pm in English and Spanish.
(855) 444-5556
Four Corners Health Department can also process SNAP applications. Contact us here: http://www.fourcorners.ne.gov/contact-us to make an appointment.
Meals delivered to your home at noon. Available to those living in the Village of Utica. Anyone who, because of age, is in need of this service; convalescents; anyone physically handicapped.
Utica, NE
68456
Available to Leisure home residents on M/W/F in the dining room at 11:00am. Suggested contribution of $4. Call the Leisure Home Office to reserve your meal at least 1 business day in advance.
Phone: (402) 362-7626 Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm.
York, NE
68467
The Food Bank of Lincoln will bring a mobile food distribution to York.
East Hill Church of Christ, 1122 N. Delaware from 12:00pm – 1:00pm on the first Friday of each month.
During COVID-19, food may be prepackaged, and drive-thru precautions may be taken to reduce contact.
Each site includes some USDA product, so participants must sign the standard income self-verification sheet, but no other documentation is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bags and cart.
Watch the Four Corners Event Calendar for more information!
1122 Delaware Ave
York, NE
68467