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  • Home
  • Find FoodMANNA’s is here to help connect residents to food support
    • Find Food Locations
      • Find FoodLocate food near you
      • Mobile MarketsFresh food at mobile sites near you
    • State Assistance
      • SNAPMonthly funds to buy groceries
      • NC 211Call for statewide help & referrals
      • WIC NCFood & nutrition for families
    • Programs
      • Youth ProgramsMeals & learning for kids and teens
      • Neighbor ExperiencePartnering with the community
  • Get InvolvedJoin MANNA in supporting neighbors facing hunger
    • Give and Volunteer
      • DonateGive funds to fight hunger
      • Individual DonationsGive funds to fight hunger
      • Commercial DonationsGive funds to fight hunger
      • VolunteerShare your time and energy
    • Our Network
      • The Partner Agency NetworkLocal groups distributing food
      • PartnershipsOur Partners
      • Food Safety TrainingGuidelines for safe food handling
    • Take Action
      • AdvocacySpeak up for hunger relief
      • Events & CampaignsCommunity efforts and fundraisers
      • Donation PoliciesWhat to know before giving food
  • Get to Know UsMANNA’s is here to help connect residents to food support
    • About
      • Our Mission & ImpactHow we fight hunger in WNC
      • Our TeamThe people behind MANNA
    • Accountability
      • Annual ReportHighlights from the past year
      • FinancialsOur commitment to transparency
      • Privacy PolicyHow we protect your information
  • ResourcesTools and updates for our community and partners
    • News & Media
      • News & BlogStories and updates from MANNA
    • For Partners
      • Partnership Ordering ScheduleFood ordering schedule for partner agencies
      • Partner Login
    • Opportunities & Support
      • CareersJoin our team and make a difference
      • Disaster ResponseHow we respond in times of crisis
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MANNA FoodBank
99 Broadpointe Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm

Phone: 828-299-3663
Food Helpline: 828-290-9749

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Spotlight on SNAP

By MANNA Foodbank

The Importance of SNAP for WNC Seniors

Did you know that one of the most effective ways of combatting food insecurity is through SNAP enrollment? SNAP not only provides families with food, but is an empowering method of food assistance. Through SNAP, families have the opportunity to choose and purchase their own groceries to bring home to their families.

Thankfully, applying for SNAP is a simple process thanks to our Helpline Team. Our Helpline agents are specially trained to assist applicants with the application. With warmth and compassion, our Helpline agents will do everything they can to help callers access food.

Furthermore, our Helpline team hosted a webinar, Spotlight on SNAP, alongside our partners, Council On Aging of Buncombe County and AARP. The live stream highlighted the benefits of SNAP enrollment, particularly for seniors. If you are interested in viewing the webinar, watch the video below.

To call the MANNA Food Helpline and speak with a Helpline agent about applying for SNAP, call 1-800-820-1109.

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Manna Foodbank

MANNA FoodBank is a private, not-for-profit service organization working to end food insecurity in the 16 counties of Western North Carolina and the Qualla Boundary.

Headquarters

MANNA FoodBank
99 Broadpointe Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm

Phone: 828-299-3663

Food Helpline: 828-290-9749

Find Food

  • Find Food
  • Community Markets
  • SNAP
  • NC 211
  • WIC NC
  • Youth Programs
  • Neighbor Experience

Get Involved

  • Donate
  • Volunteer
  • The Partner Agency Network
  • Food Safety
  • Advocacy
  • Events & Campaigns
  • Donation Policies

Get to Know Us

  • Our Mission and Impact
  • Our Team
  • Annual report
  • Financials
  • Privacy Policies

Resources

  • News & Blog
  • Careers
  • Partner Ordering Schedule
  • Partner Login
  • Volunteer Login
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