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Food help in Louisiana

Every food-assistance program available in Louisiana, with live counts from Feed America's directory. Free, no login. 8,874 listings (including USDA-authorized SNAP retailers) across 267 cities and 64 counties.

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810Food pantries + banks
4,190SNAP / EBT stores
1,898School + summer meal sites
551FQHC health centers
0WIC clinics

Programs available in Louisiana

Food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens

810 locations distribute groceries, hot meals, and pre-packed boxes to Louisiana residents at no cost. Most do not require an appointment. Many have walk-in hours.

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SNAP (food stamps)

SNAP is administered by Louisiana's state agency. Eligibility: typically 130% of federal poverty (FY2027 gross income limit $1,729/mo for 1 person, $3,575/mo for a family of 4, per USDA). Households with a member who is 60+ or disabled only have to meet the net income limit.

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WIC (Women, Infants, Children)

WIC operates statewide in Louisiana. We do not yet list individual Louisiana clinics — use the state agency locator below. Serves pregnant parents and children under 5 with income at or below 185% of federal poverty. Free food, formula, breastfeeding support, nutrition counseling.

Apply for WIC in Louisiana →

School meals (NSLP + School Breakfast)

1,898 school + summer meal sites in Louisiana. Households at or below 130% of federal poverty get free meals; 130-185% get reduced-price meals. Many Louisiana districts use the Community Eligibility Provision — free meals for ALL students.

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FQHC community health centers

551 HRSA-funded Federally Qualified Health Centers in Louisiana provide sliding-scale primary care, on-site SNAP outreach, and food-insecurity screening + referral.

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Senior food help (CSFP, SFMNP, Meals on Wheels)

Multiple programs serve Louisiana residents 60+: CSFP (monthly USDA food box), Meals on Wheels (home delivery), Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program ($50/season for fresh produce).

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Disaster food help (D-SNAP)

D-SNAP provides one-time emergency food benefits when a federally-declared disaster strikes Louisiana. Eligibility differs from regular SNAP — many households who don't normally qualify do qualify for D-SNAP.

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Frequently asked questions

How many food pantries are in Louisiana?

810 pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, and mobile pantries across 267 cities. Most are free walk-in.

How do I apply for SNAP in Louisiana?

Visit /apply-snap/la for Louisiana's official online portal, eligibility rules, and emergency-SNAP info.

Does Louisiana have WIC?

Yes — WIC operates statewide in Louisiana. See the Louisiana WIC agency listing for the application portal and phone number.

Where can I use SNAP / EBT in Louisiana?

4,190 retailers accept SNAP — browse by city or county.

Free school meals in Louisiana?

Yes. 1,898 school + summer meal sites. Households below 130% FPL eat free; 130-185% get reduced-price. Many districts use Community Eligibility Provision (free for all students). See /school-meals/la.

Senior food help in Louisiana?

CSFP, SNAP-with-senior-deductions, Meals on Wheels, SFMNP, TEFAP — see /senior-food-help.

About Feed America's Louisiana directory

Feed America (501(c)(3), EIN 92-1761881) operates a free food-assistance directory. Our Louisiana listings come from federal primary sources (USDA Food and Nutrition Service, HRSA, NCES) and verified community partners. Every record carries a verification date and source attribution. Read our methodology →

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