Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

Category: Food bank

Address: 6490 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA

Phone: +12199801777

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Jeanne

Oct 8, 2022

Two and a half hour wait!!

Angela Sierra

Sep 28, 2022

Always nice to know they are there every Saturday 9-11am

Norma “Mrs. Claus” Duff

Sep 28, 2022

It is so organized, the staff is great. Thank you for ALL you do !

ALICIA PEREZ

Jul 21, 2022

I was driving and seen they were only a few cars so i went and they were nice and friendly and they gave lots of food. Im very thankful every little bit to add to help with cost is a blessing. thank you

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Questions & Answers

Do you give out food to the needy? What day and time

Vicki Walker | Oct 12, 2018
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

Tomorrow they will be giving out food from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. it is best if you get in line early as possible because those lines will be very long the earlier you get there the better off you might be.

What do i need?

William McCarthy | Oct 12, 2018
Sandra Goodrich | Oct 12, 2018

What papers do i need to get food

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I'm not low income but I've lm out of food until my next paycheck. Can you help me.

Arteesia Styles | Oct 11, 2020
Bettie Wilson | Oct 11, 2020

Yes and the wait is not very long

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Yes I was trying to see what days are your pantry so I can attend

Sherry Harrison | Oct 12, 2019
Vikki Jo | Oct 12, 2019

The next pantry at this location is Saturday May 25th from 8am- 10am....there are many mobile pantries available and this us the schedule so far- Wednesday, May 22 from 4pm-6pm @ Real Life Community Church, 3134 Swanson Rd., Portage Saturday, May 25 from 8am-10am @ Food Bank of NW IN, 6490 Broadway, Merrillville Wednesday, May 29 from 4pm-6pm @ New Creation Ministry, 9738 Fifth St., Highland Wednesday, June 5 from 4pm-6pm @ South Haven Christian Church, 780 Juniper Rd., Valparaiso Wednesday, June 12 from 4pm-6pm @ Living Hope Church, 9000 Taft St., Merrillville Wednesday, June 19 from 4pm-6pm @ The Cross Church, 455 E. 148th St., East Chicago Monday, June24 from 2pm-4pm @ Inglesia Evangelical de Cristo, 5929 Stone Ave , Portage Wednesday, June 26 from 4pm-6pm @ New Creation Ministry, 9738 Fifth St., Highland Saturday, June 29 from 8am-10am @ Food Bank of NW IN, 6490 Broadway, Merrillville That's the schedule so far, and you can pick up a schedule at any of those pantries

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Will u be passing out turkey dinners this yr

Cathy Fech | Oct 12, 2018
Angelica Dior | Oct 12, 2018

To answer your question yes they are! It will be a food truck today 11-17-17 @ salvation army in East Chicago at 513 west Chicago Ave from 10am to 12. Then another salvation Army in Munster@ 8225 columbia Ave from 4pm to 6. :)Have a blessed Thanksgiving!!

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How can register to collect and pass out food to the community

Loretta Pumphrey | Oct 11, 2020
john borgo | Oct 11, 2020

Go to the facility and ask them they will know more

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Where is the mobile pantry today?

Edna Barbosa Berrocal | Oct 12, 2019
Vikki Jo | Oct 12, 2019

There are none that I know of...next Wednesfay there's one

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Is there anywhere to get food today?

Sgranni 2020 | Aug 12, 2022
Food Bank of Northwest Indiana | Aug 12, 2022

Hello, The best way to stay up to date with Drive Thru market distribution is to sign up to receive a text directly to your phone by texting MARKET to 219-500-6464. You can also visit our website at https://foodbanknwi.org/get-help/ for more information.

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When is the next giveaway?

Charmaine Palmer | Oct 11, 2020
Junior Robinson | Oct 11, 2020

Today one highland one this Friday at the food bank

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Do you give veg. or fruit? Are you open Thurs ?What time?

Carol Knapp | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Russell | Oct 12, 2019

They have fruit and are usually open 2 Saturdays a month..

where is the next location for the food pantry on the go

patricia brown | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

Saturday, June 29 from 8am-10am @ Food Bank of NW IN, 6490 Broadway, Merrillville Wednesday, June 26 from 4pm-6pm @ New Creation Ministry, 9738 Fifth St., Highland Wednesday, June 19 from 4pm-6pm @ The Cross Church, 455 E. 148th St., East Chicago Wednesday, June 12 from 4pm-6pm @ Living Hope Church, 9000 Taft St., Merrillville Wednesday, May 29 from 4pm-6pm @ New Creation Ministry, 9738 Fifth St., Highland Saturday May 25th from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Northwest Indiana food bank.

I live on 47th av not to far from Ridge Road in Gary what is the closes food pantry

Latrice Sharps | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

You can go on the northwest Indiana Food Bank website and they will have that information for you also they give you a time you have to look in the navigation box.

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Do you accept parishables and if so, do we just drop it off at our location?

Aisha Harris | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

I think they might be closed at the moment but you can drop stuff off do you have to take it to down and they are located at 6490 Broadway in Merrillville I think they have a pacific time when you can drop stuff off so you might have to check the website. NorthwestIndianafoodbank.com if I'm not mistaken.

When is next giveaway

Nariana Williams | Oct 12, 2019
Meme J | Oct 12, 2019

They have a pantry tomorrow December 14 at 3.

When is the next time you give awa

boi boi | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

The next time at the northwest Indiana food bank is December 14th at 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. be there early because those lines will be long. But the next one coming up is Wednesday November 21st at Living Hope Church 9000 Taft Merrillville Indiana at 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. but get there early those lines will be long.

How does it work to come into building today need food have 3 handicap people in household

Kathi Stephenson | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

Tomorrow they will be giving out food from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. it is best if you get in line early as possible because those lines will be very long the earlier you get there the better off you might be.

I'm an individual. I would like to donate some food. Can I bring this to you -- if so, when and where. Thank you.

Gary B | Oct 12, 2018
Tony C | Oct 12, 2018

Are you asking can you donate to me personally or are you asking me can you take it to the food bank yourself?

when are you going to merriville locations

patricia brown | Oct 12, 2018
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

Tomorrow they will be giving out food from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. it is best if you get in line early as possible because those lines will be very long the earlier you get there the better off you might be.

When is the next food truck in the Glen Park area?

Vashnie Willis | Oct 12, 2018
Richard Wallace | Oct 12, 2018

I have no idea. Try calling them to get that info

Do I walk in to the location, or is it still the drive up line?

nicole m | Aug 12, 2022
john borgo | Aug 12, 2022

It is still drive up

Is there an Easter mobile market?

Debbie Sexton | Apr 14, 2022
Nino Suttles | Apr 14, 2022

Yes.

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Good morning my family and I was in need a food. I wanted to know what days and times do you distribute food from your food back? And what are the necessary documents of qualifications I need to have one coming for a pickup?

Christine Jones | Feb 13, 2022
Joshua Buggs | Feb 13, 2022

It changes between Friday and Saturday based on the week, go to the food bank of northwest Indiana website or Facebook page to get the monthly calendar. As far as documentation, any proof of Indiana residency is valid but a driver's licence or state ID is preferred.

Are you giving out food today?

Tamika Steele | Dec 15, 2021
Joyce Matthews | Dec 15, 2021

You can check the website for mobile market days and locations

Are they passing out food today or when is the next time they will be

Levi Coday | Nov 15, 2021
Jena Bellezza | Nov 15, 2021

Friday, October 29, 1-3pm at the Mascot Hall of Fame- 1851 Front St., Whiting

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When is the next day for food distribution.

V Bullock | Oct 11, 2021
Lorrie Quarrell | Oct 11, 2021

Friday Sept 3rd from 4-6pm

When is the next date for food distribution?

V Bullock | Oct 11, 2021
Barbara Matthews | Oct 11, 2021

You can call them to get that info or go to their website.

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I have items i would like to donate, where can I drop them off I live in Schererville?

Sheila Sole | Oct 11, 2020
Keith Hill | Oct 11, 2020

Love it

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How often can I receive food from pantry.

LuAnn Jones | Oct 11, 2020
Sabine Miller | Oct 11, 2020

Call them. I only went to the 'open to the public' events

What time an date you giving food to the needy?

Janie Lewis | Oct 11, 2020
Susan Durall | Oct 11, 2020

Like the new way, the lines are good compared to old way, no several people cutting in line, glad to see National Guard are keeping order.

What days are you given food to the needy

Janie Lewis | Oct 11, 2020
Rochea Smith | Oct 11, 2020

They give out food on Tuesday/Friday from from 5pm until 8pm.

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Can you assist with food today and will theyre be any extra helping due to those who have no income or snap benefits affected by the shut down due to covic-19

Kenneth Hall | Oct 11, 2020
Mary Caraballo | Oct 11, 2020

I wish I could help. I'm so sorry.

I live in Lansing Illinois, can I get food there?

Angela Brewer | Oct 11, 2020
Myra Surney-Hogan | Oct 11, 2020

Believe this is just for Indiana residence

Can u deliver to me please. My girlfriend and I do not have a vehicle or a ride to get there and are completely out of food?

Brandon Smith | Oct 11, 2020
Tatia massalene | Oct 11, 2020

Door dash deliver

When will the next Saturday in Merrillville?

patricia brown | Oct 11, 2020
Sonya | Oct 11, 2020

Jan. 25 however if I remember correctly it's 8 to 10 in the morning. Do not have schedule handy but I do know date is correct I believe time is also

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I live in Union Township, can I come to Merrillville for food bank? I have the blue sheet from trustee to bring if needed.

SHERRY BARTLEY | Oct 11, 2020
Vikki Jo | Oct 11, 2020

As long as you're a NW Indiana resident with a photo ID you can go. Tomorrow, Dec.6 from 4-6pm is the next session for food

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When is the turkey give away date

Ken Britt | Oct 11, 2020
Cassandra Pogue | Oct 11, 2020

There is another at the Food Bank on the 21st from 4-6pm.

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Are they open today

Michael Locke | Oct 11, 2020
Mary Hogueisson | Oct 11, 2020

Yes until 4

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When is the next give away

Joyce Taylot | Oct 11, 2020
Bettie Wilson | Oct 11, 2020

October 26 at 8 am to 10 am

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When is the next food. Pick up. My family is out if food an hungry..what documents do I need to qualify

Valencia Shelton | Oct 12, 2019
Al Rodriguez | Oct 12, 2019

The South Haven Christian Church 780 Juniper Road Valparaiso has a food give away on October 2nd. 4 PM. If you have access to the internet, they have the schedule on the Food Bank website.

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Is the food bank everyday Sunday thru Saturday?

Lindsay Cross | Oct 12, 2019
john borgo | Oct 12, 2019

No it depends on the location and the days varies

Where are you located

super sayion god ss goku | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Russell | Oct 12, 2019

6490 Broadway Merrillville, Indiana

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Who gives out food on Tuesday

Eunice Davis | Oct 12, 2019
Vicky fowler | Oct 12, 2019

If your in Gary you can go to Sojourner truth house on 11th & Madison from 9-12 & 1-2 p.m. tues thru thurs..

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I am living with family, just recently moved to Merriville, IN; may I come to the food bank and what type of ID do I need?

Mason Bolling | Oct 12, 2019
Vicky fowler | Oct 12, 2019

Photo ID and your good to go..you Know theres a distribution this Saturday@ 8 am..@ this location

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What days and times r u open?

Tammy Llamas | Oct 12, 2019
Mary Hogueisson | Oct 12, 2019

I know there's a group that packs food Monday through Thursday from 9 until noon other than that I'm not sure

when will the pantry on the go be at living hope church on cleveland

patricia brown | Oct 12, 2019
Windy Booker | Oct 12, 2019

Today, from 4 PM to 6 pm. 9000 Taft Street

In need of food for my family how do i go about recieving food ?

Elissa Weaver | Oct 12, 2019
Vikki Jo | Oct 12, 2019

There are many pantries you can go to..here are the dates, times, and addresses of the next mobile pantries April 17- Chesterton United Methodist Church, 434 S. 2nd St., Chesterton, from 4-6pm April 18- Impact Church, 7071 Broadway, Merrillville, from 4-6pm April 24th- New Creation Ministry, 9738 Fith St., Highland, from 4-6pm April 27th- Food Bank of Northwest Indiana, 6940 Broadway, Merrillville, from 8-10am April 29th- Iglesia Evangelical de Cristo, 5929 Stone Ave., Portage, from 3-5pm I hope this helps and you can pick up the schedule for the next couple months and also talk with other clients to find out about additional pantries or help

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Can I come tomorrow 4 5 2019 because I need food

Dorothy Robertson | Oct 12, 2019
Vicky fowler | Oct 12, 2019

On the 16th of this month 9 a.m. they will distribute food

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Can you come there if you are from Newton County?

Michael Keegan | Oct 12, 2019
Vikki Jo | Oct 12, 2019

I'm not sure about that...you could always go online or call to make sure, but I think they serve all of Northwest Indiana

What days do your food pantry open

Richard Terry | Oct 12, 2019
Vikki Jo | Oct 12, 2019

The next Mobile one they have is Monday Feb. 25 at Inglesia Evangelical De Cristo, 5929 Stone Ave., Portage from 2-4pm...the ones at the main bldg have been on Saturdays from 8-10, but you need to check the website Sarah gave you because it really varies

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What time do you stop distributing food today?

Samantha J | Oct 12, 2019
Vikki Jo | Oct 12, 2019

I think they go 8am-10am

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Hello are u all giving out food today

Michael Coleman | Oct 12, 2019
Meme J | Oct 12, 2019

They have a Facebook page that they post when and where they pantry is. Thats how I keep up with them. There will be a Mobile Marketplace this Saturday, February 16th, from 8am-10am at the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana (6490 Broadway, Merrillville). ***Due to construction, we ask that you enter through the southeast corner entrance. Doors will open at 7am for people to wait inside.*** Mobile Marketplace is available to all Northwest Indiana residents in need of food assistance. Distributions are first come, first served while supplies last. Please bring proof of Indiana residency (ID, rent receipt, utility bill, etc.) and bags/boxes to carry items.

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Will they be going to Demotte on Friday Feb15

patricia brown | Oct 12, 2019
1 2 | Oct 12, 2019

Schedule is on website. Northwestindianafoodbank.org under mobile market place tab.. Didnt see that listed.

where are the next mobile location

patricia brown | Oct 12, 2019
Sarah Hartline | Oct 12, 2019

Goggle nwi foodbank schedule for dates and address

where is the next site and what time

patricia brown | Oct 12, 2019
Vicky fowler | Oct 12, 2019

Wed. Feb 13 South haven Christian church 780 juniper rd. Valparaiso Indiana..Sat. Feb 16 8 a.m. 6490 Broadway..

When is the next food give?

Earnest Goodwin | Oct 12, 2019
Vicky fowler | Oct 12, 2019

Saturday jan. 19 8 a.m.

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What do i need to bring

Angela Fitzpatrick | Oct 12, 2019
Sarah Hartline | Oct 12, 2019

All u need is id and bags

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Is there a schedule for the mobile marketplace for the new year 2019?

Maria Halkitis | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

go to the northwest Indiana Food Bank website you find mostly everything you need there

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When is the next give away?

Charmaine Blanchard | Oct 12, 2019
Eric Lee Cantrell | Oct 12, 2019

Every first Wednesday and last Wednesday of the month if you can't find it if you go into Helping Hands food pantry they'll have it on a board you can also Google food pantries in Miami County or for the state of Indiana or anywhere else in the USA hope this has helped

Is there anywhere close to 7th an pierce st that I can get a turkey and food for Thanksgiving?

Antoine Brewer | Oct 12, 2019
Sharon Ton | Oct 12, 2019

Not sure. Contact the food bank to see if they know of a location.

Are they giving out 🦃

Antoine Brewer | Oct 12, 2019
Tony C | Oct 12, 2019

Yes

Can I just walk in this building to be serve. And can I pick what I need? what are your hours...Thanks and advance.

Claudette Bozeman | Oct 12, 2019
Michael Parris | Oct 12, 2019

We serve Lake and Porter county . You do have to register. It is clieht choice. The next pantry date is November 17th from 11-1we pass out numbers at 10:30 a.m.

Do you need to register for Turkey giveaway 2018?. I would like to know what I have to do?

Linda C DeLeon | Oct 12, 2019
Sharon Ton | Oct 12, 2019

I'm not sure. I would suggest you call them for details.

How do I volunteer?

Jodi Ballard | Oct 12, 2019
That girl teresa | Oct 12, 2019

Just call the food bank ask to speak to Jamie, she will be more than happy to answer all your questions and get you all set up ,

Do you distribute food in LaPorte County?

NANCY HUNT | Oct 12, 2018
Sharon Ton | Oct 12, 2018

No

what do you have and stock today

Mark Price | Oct 12, 2018
Kathy | Oct 12, 2018

Not sure. Need to call them.

What do i have to do to get some extra food

chico chez | Oct 12, 2018
eliezer concepcion | Oct 12, 2019

Are you open tomorrow

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Is this a food pantry for lake county residents? If so what days and times

Kelly Taylor | Oct 12, 2018
Amy Gidley | Oct 12, 2018

There is a mobile pantry its called pantry on the go look up website for dates and locations.

Could you be a hobart or lake station resident? And also, do you guys include snack and sweets for the kids?

P.k. P.g | Oct 12, 2018
Richard Wallace | Oct 12, 2018

The food bank supplies other places for you to pick up. I'd check out the food banks in your area

I just moved here the first of the month and I was wondering if you have a food pantry close to me? My address is 4436 Massachusettes St. 46409

Beverly Sims | Oct 12, 2018
Richard Wallace | Oct 12, 2018

Best bet is to go there they'll give you a list of the food pantries around lake County

Open to the public.?

Kathryn Flowers | Oct 12, 2018
Angelica Dior | Oct 12, 2018

No this is main distribution center that sends food out to food pantries.

What do I need to take to receive food

Patty Ortiz | Oct 12, 2018
Angelica Dior | Oct 12, 2018

An ID card & some locations want proof of income as well. Ex. Check stub, food stamp printout,ssi, unemployment. One out of All of those show if your low income or not.

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Could I go there from crown point

Angela Hicks | Oct 12, 2017
Angelica Dior | Oct 12, 2018

Yes if there isnt a food bank close to your location. Also this location does not serve the public, they send food to pantrys.

I want yo know fo you Donate personal care productds to nonprofit organization who are trying to help yhe community also?

Donna Harris | Oct 12, 2017
Angelica Dior | Oct 12, 2018

You can always donate. Just call to ask during what hours can you bring your items!

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