Food Pantry & Clothing Closet

“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35

The Good Shepherd Food Pantry is a distribution center inside our church that provides food—and dignity—directly to neighbors in need. Filled by parishioners and community partners, it is one way we live out Serve the Community.

Open 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 3rd & 4th Saturdays each month
Location 2669 Sheridan Drive Tonawanda, NY 14150 · elevator access
Also open Clothing Closet Often same Saturday mornings
Good Shepherd Food Pantry sign at the church
Welcome — the Food Pantry is part of life at Good Shepherd.

Who we serve

Donations come from local organizations, individuals, and church members. We provide food directly to people living in nearby communities.

Service area zip codes:

14120 14150 14217 14221 14223 14226 14228

In January 2022 the pantry moved into a larger room so we could expand and welcome guests more comfortably. The space is handicap accessible via our elevator.

When you visit

Simple, welcoming help—no special preparation required.

Hours

Every third and fourth Saturday of the month, 10:00 a.m. to noon. Check our events calendar for the next date.

Where to go

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church,
2669 Sheridan Drive, Tonawanda, NY 14150.
Use the elevator if you need accessible entry to the pantry level.

Clothing Closet

On many pantry Saturdays we also open our Clothing Closet, offering clothing and essentials for neighbors who need a hand.

Free breakfast (4th Saturday)

On the fourth Saturday, a free breakfast is often offered and open to the community—another way we share table fellowship.

Ministry in action

Real moments from pantry drives, distributions, and special giveaways.

How you can help

Every gift of food or funds stocks shelves and strengthens neighbors.

Donate food

Non-perishable items from parishioners and community members keep the pantry full. Drop-off details are available through the church office.

Give financially

Online gifts support the pantry and related outreach. Special drives (including Thrivent Action Teams and partner grants) help us do even more at holidays.

Give online →

Partner with us

Local organizations, schools, and neighbors have held food drives that benefit GSLC. We welcome partnership—reach out to plan a drive.

Contact us →

Spread the word

Share pantry hours and our service-area zip codes with neighbors who may need groceries or clothing. Awareness helps the right people find us on Saturday mornings.

Need food? Want to help?

If you live in our service area and need groceries, come on a pantry Saturday. If you want to stock a shelf or give financially, we are grateful for your support.

Hours and special distributions can change around holidays—confirm on the events calendar or with the church office if you are unsure.