Where to Find Food Assistance in York & Lancaster Counties

In South Carolina’s York and Lancaster counties, a network of dedicated food pantries and assistance programs forms a vital safety net for thousands of residents facing food insecurity. This crucial work is highlighted by the significant number of people relying on government assistance: 9,383 people in York County and 4,444 people in Lancaster County depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

These organizations provide stability, dignity, and a sense of community to families, seniors, and individuals experiencing hardship.

York County Food Assistance Resources

York County has an extensive array of food assistance options, spanning its major population centers of Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and Clover, down to the town of York. Services range from hot meal kitchens and standard food pantries to specialized programs for seniors and families.

Organization	Address	Phone Number	Typical Operating Hours / Notes
Calvary Baptist Church (Heavenly Food Pantry)	842 Cauthen Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-328-6632	Friday 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Clover Area Assistance Center	1130 SC-55 Clover, SC 29710	803-222-4837	Mon: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Wed: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Thu: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Community Cafe	2906 Highway 160 W. Fort Mill, SC 29708	330-289-1243	Call for services/locations; offers meals.
Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen	902 Crawford Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-366-4142	Monday – Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Hot Meals)
Folkways Community Development Corporation	27 South Congress Street, Ste. 101, York, SC 29745	803-845-4321	Call for details on assistance programs.
Fort Mill Care Center	2760 Old Nation Road, Fort Mill, SC 29715	803-547-7620	Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
HOPE of Rock Hill	504 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-328-8000	Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Love N Cherish Family Center	2199 MT Holly Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-329-2643	Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Manna House Pantry	546 South Cherry Road, Ste. J, Rock Hill, SC 29732	803-324-0385	Saturday from 8:45 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Positive Affirmation Through Helping	204 Raile Street, York, SC 29745	803-684-3992	Call for appointment.
Pilgrim’s Inn	236 W. Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-327-4227	Tuesday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Riverside Baptist Church	3248 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC	803-648-0502	Call for details.
Salvation Army of Rock Hill	119 S Charlotte Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-324-5141	Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tender Hearts Ministries	145 Blackburn Street, York, SC 29745	803-684-3131	Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
York County Adult Day Center	359 Park Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-327-6694	Call for details.
York County Council on Aging	150 Johnston St / 917 Standard St, Rock Hill, SC 29730	803-327-6694	Mon – Fri, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Lancaster County Food Assistance Resources

The fight against hunger in Lancaster County is supported by several key organizations, with a focus on both general assistance and targeted aid.

Organization	Address	Phone Number	Operating Hours / Notes
Christian Services Inc.	1227 Great Falls Road, Lancaster, SC 29720	803-285-4444	Monday – Friday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
HOPE in Lancaster	2008 Pageland Highway, Lancaster, SC 29720	803-286-4673	Call for details
Rainbow Promise Enterprise	105 Badger Street, Heath Springs, SC 29085	803-804-4630	Appointment only (Monday – Friday).
Lake Shore Food Pantry	2203 S Anderson Street, Catawba, SC 29704	803-548-2755	Third Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Lancaster County on Aging, Inc.	8286 Charlotte Highway, Fort Mill, SC 29707	803-285-6956	Call for details on food services (e.g., senior meals).

Note to Readers: Individuals seeking assistance should call ahead to confirm operating hours and eligibility requirements, as they are subject to change based on resources and demand.

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