What to bring
- Picture ID with current address, or a bill with current address
- Proof of income
- Must live in Anderson County
Call (502) 839-0094Questions about qualifying? Call before you come.
Food help for Anderson County families
Open Hands Community Food Pantry provides free groceries, emergency food boxes, and senior food support to Anderson County, Kentucky residents.
Your first visit
Here is what happens when you come in.
No appointment. No cost. Anderson County neighbors only.
Come during open hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Thursday 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Bring your ID and proof of income
A picture ID or bill showing a current Anderson County address, plus proof of income.
Leave with groceries
Staff walk you through what is available and help you carry your food box out.
Need food?
Get food from the pantry.
Come during our open hours. First-time neighbors are welcome.
Also available
Apply for SNAP food benefits
Kentucky residents can apply for monthly SNAP benefits online through kynect. We put together a step-by-step guide for Anderson County.
Read the SNAP guide
Programs
How we help
Free programs for Anderson County neighbors of every age.
Monthly Food Boxes
Groceries from community donations and USDA products for eligible Anderson County households.
Emergency Food Boxes
Immediate food and supplies for families in crisis.
Senior Food Program (60+)
Monthly USDA commodity foods for income-eligible seniors.
Summer Meals for Kids
A Summer Food Service Program site providing meals to children when school is out.
Community Meal
A free sit-down meal prepared and served by local churches.
Holiday Meals
Free Thanksgiving meals and a Christmas Day dinner, 11 am – 1 pm. Walk-in, no documentation required.
Give
Keep the shelves stocked
Every gift, can, and volunteer hour feeds a neighbor.
Donate money
We accept checks and cash. Mail or bring a check to Open Hands Community Food Pantry, 1111 Industrial Park Road, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342.
Get directions to drop offDonate food
Drop off nonperishable items 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at 1111 Industrial Park Road.
Most needed
- Canned proteins like tuna, chicken, and peanut butter
- Canned fruits and vegetables
- Rice, pasta, and cereal
- Shelf-stable milk
- Hygiene items like soap, toothpaste, and toilet paper
Volunteer
We rely on volunteers to sort donations, pack boxes, and serve neighbors. Call or message us on Facebook to get started.
Community event
A community show that feeds Anderson County.
Come out for a day of bikes, cars, food, and family fun. Every dollar of net proceeds comes back to this pantry.
Benefit for this pantry
Burg Community Bike & Car Show
First annual · Hosted by Second Brigade Motorcycle Club
- Saturday, May 15, 2027
- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Century Bank Park · 44 Anna Mac Clarke Ave, Lawrenceburg, KY
Free admissionFamily friendlyRain or shineDry event
Net proceeds benefit Open Hands Community Food Pantry. The check is presented on the main stage at 3:30 pm on show day.
Visit us
Hours, directions, and contact
We are on Industrial Park Road in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Thursday | 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
- 1111 Industrial Park Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 - (502) 839-0094
- facebook.com/openhandspantry
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