Established in 1991, Community Food Connection (CFC) of Blount County was born when a group of churches, concerned citizens and the Blount County Ecumenical Action Council decided to pool the resources of numerous food pantries in order to better ensure those in need received food. Committed to feeding the hungry in our community, our purpose is to provide emergency food to any Blount County resident in need. Every person who comes and asks will be given food – no one will ever be turned away. We provide a cart of groceries to each family that asks for assistance. Currently, families are welcome to come whenever they find themselves in need. With more than 6,000 people needing assistance each month, the CFC relies on both food and monetary donations to keep the shelves stocked. These donations come from individuals, businesses and organizations. In addition, CFC is staffed entirely by volunteers. As the number of families needing assistance grows, so does CFC’s continued need of support. We continually are seeking volunteers to help stock our shelves and serve our clients. Please consider offering your help to this important initiative.

Our Values

• Christian-based. We are a Christian-based organization.

• Respect for diversity. We recognize and accept that all individuals, whether client or volunteer, are unique and different.

• Integrity. We are respectful of everyone and demonstrate integrity in all situations.

• Empowerment. We offer non-judgmental compassion for others while empowering them to maximize their potential.

• Accountability. We are dedicated to being fully accountable and responsible to each other, the community, clients, volunteers and donors.

• Collaboration. We collaborate with all available community resources to offer the best possible solutions to client needs.

• Teamwork. We strive to improve teamwork so that we might reach our mission.

Board of Directors

Community Food Connection offers free groceries to Blount County residents.

Hours Open:

Monday: 10am-12pm

Wednesday: 10am-2pm

2nd Thursday of each month: 5pm-7pm

Saturday: 10am-12pm

3rd Sat of Each Month: 2-4pm  (Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 18-3 serving Veterans in our Community.)

What to bring to Community Food Connection in order to shop:

Any resident of Blount County who is in need may use our food pantry. Simply come into the store, bring your picture I.D. , and wear a mask.

You will be asked three questions:

1. How many are in your family?

2. How many adults are over 60?

3. How many children are under 18?

Suggested frequency is 2 weeks, but you are welcome to come whenever you find yourself in need. You may also pick up food for other families who cannot drive to the food pantry themselves.

CFC is staffed entirely by volunteers, and we can use your help!

To learn more about volunteer opportunities, please fill out the form below.