Food assistance programs across Mesa, Montrose, and Garfield counties offer year-round support through pantries, mobile distributions, and youth meal services. This regional guide shares updated hours, locations, and holiday schedules to help Western Slope residents access essential resources.
December 2025 Food Assistance & Holiday Hours – Western Slope
The winter season brings increased demand for food assistance, along with modified schedules at many programs across the Western Slope. This month’s roundup highlights updated hours, mobile pantry dates, and known holiday closures for food resources in Mesa, Montrose, and Garfield counties.
Several food banks and community organizations have holiday closures or adjusted distribution times during December. The listings below reflect the most up-to-date information available, but schedules may change due to weather, staffing, or program updates. When possible, we encourage residents to confirm directly with the organization before visiting. To find your closest site, search on Food Bank of the Rockies Food Finder
Standalone food banks and community organizations providing groceries and pantry items.
Program: 🥫 Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 476 28 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Phone: 970-640-0336 • Website: foodbankgj.org
General & Program Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu 12:30 PM–5:30 PM
Notes: Closed Dec 9, 2025; Dec 22–23 & 25, 2025; Jan 1, 2026.
Program: 🥫 Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 1425 N 5th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Phone: 970-628-5113
Program Hours: Sun 12:30 PM–1:30 PM
Program: 🥫 Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2971 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Program Hours: By appointment
Notes: Please call to schedule an appointment.
Program: 🥫 Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 3094 I-70BL, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Contact: Phone: 970-523-1451
Program Hours: Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–4:00 PM; Fri 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Program: 🏠 Pantry (Food Pantry, shelter-based)
Address: 2853 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Phone: 970-985-7411
Program Hours: Call for hours
Church and faith communities offering regular food distributions and emergency pantry support.
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 1235 N 4th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Website: grandjunction.salvationarmy.org
Program Hours: Tue 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Notes: Emergency food boxes available Mon, Wed–Fri 9:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–3:00 PM.
Program: ✝️ 970 Church Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2711 Unapweep Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Contact: Contact: Kelly Mason • Email: keith_mason@me.com • Program Phone: 714-514-3587
Program Hours: Sat 8:30 AM–10:00 AM (2nd week of month)
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2554 Patterson Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81505
Contact: Phone: 970-242-2277
Program Hours: Tue 9:00 AM–11:45 AM; 1:00 PM–2:45 PM
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2748 B 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Contact: Phone: 970-242-2355
Program Hours: Fri 10:00 AM–1:00 PM (4th of month)
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2867 Orchard Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Phone: 970-433-1132
Program Hours: Sat 9:00 AM–10:00 AM (3rd of month)
Program: ✝️ Pantry & Breakfast (Food Pantry)
Address: 2938 North Ave #C2, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Contact: Phone: 970-523-1857
General Hours: Tue–Thu 8:30 AM–12:00 PM (office); Thu 9:00 AM–11:00 AM (Food Distribution Day, 3rd week); Sun 10:00 AM–11:30 AM (worship)
Program Hours: Thu 9:00 AM–11:00 AM (3rd of month, pantry); Sun 9:00 AM–9:30 AM (breakfast, 1st–2nd week)
Notes: Call for an emergency food box.
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2945 Orchard Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Contact: Phone: 970-623-3928
Program Hours: Sat 9:00 AM–11:00 AM (3rd of month)
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2962 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Contact: Phone: 970-270-6819
Program Hours: Tue 9:30 AM–12:00 PM; Sun 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 736 24 1/2 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81505
Contact: Phone: 970-242-7970 ext.110
Program Hours: Sun 11:00 AM–1:00 PM (one visit per household per month)
Program: ✝️ Pantry (Food Pantry)
Address: 2170 Broadway, Grand Junction, CO 81507
Contact: Phone: 970-242-7625
General Hours: Sun 12:00 PM–12:30 PM (1st & 3rd week of month)
Program Hours: Sun 10:00 AM–10:30 AM
Drive-up mobile pantry locations with set monthly distribution times.
Program: 🚐 Mobile Pantry (Mobile Pantry)
Address: 1400 N 5th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Phone: 970-464-1138 • Website: foodbankrockies.org • Contact: Mobile Pantry Team
Program Hours: Tue 3:00 PM–4:00 PM (3rd week of month)
Program: 🚐 Mobile Pantry (Mobile Pantry)
Address: 2785 US-50, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Contact: Website: foodbankrockies.org • Contact: Mobile Pantry Team
Program Hours: Mon 4:00 PM–6:00 PM (2nd of month)
Programs focused on children, teens, and families, including weekend backpacks and after-school meals.
Program: 🧃 Summer Meals for Kids (Other)
Address: 443 N 6th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Contact: Phone: 970-243-4442 • Website: mesacountylibraries.org
General Hours: Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–8:00 PM; Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sun 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Program Hours: Mon–Fri 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
Notes: Contact location to confirm program hours.
Program: 🎒 Kids Meals & Snacks (Food Pantry)
Address: 2978 Gunnison Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Contact: Phone: 970-712-2847 • Website: kidsaidcolorado.org • Contact: Tessa Kaiser • Email: tessa@kidsaidcolorado.org
General Hours: Tue–Thu 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (calls received Mon–Fri 8–5)
Program Hours: Call for hours; Tue–Thu 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (calls received Mon–Fri 8–5)
