If you or your family is facing a crisis and are in need of emergency food, shelter, or financial assistance, the Salvation Army can help. To get immediate help meeting your basic needs, please visit or contact one of the Georgia Salvation Army locations near you.
In this article, we will cover:
- Assistance the Salvation Army provides
- Free food banks at the Salvation Army
- List of free food items
- Who qualifies for free food
- List of Georgia Salvation Army locations
To find a Georgia Salvation Army service center near you, keep reading below.
About the Salvation Army in Georgia
The Salvation Army is a nonprofit organization that provides emergency assistance and basic needs to families that are facing a crisis. Their service centers provide help with anything from paying your rent and utility bills to free food, clothing, and school supplies.
Here is a list of assistance that Salvation Army service centers currently provide:
- Temporary Emergency Shelter
- Emergency Financial Assistance
- Transportation Assistance
- Food Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Clothing Assistance
- Disaster Relief Assistance
- Day Center for the Homeless
- Social Security Assistance
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Youth Services
If you are looking for immediate assistance, but do not see the service you need listed above, please visit a Salvation Army service center.
The Salvation Army is a great place for referrals and resources. If they cannot directly help you, they will let you know where you can find help and assistance in the local area.
Free Food Banks at the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army operates free food banks from almost all of their local service centers in Georgia. Every year, the organization is responsible for feeding millions of families – with a majority being children and elderly.
Salvation Army food pantries provide low-income Georgia families with a variety of items at no cost. This is in an effort to help them meet their basic needs.
Free food bank and pantry items include:
- Canned vegetables and fruit
- Canned meat and fish
- Beans and tomato sauce
- Pasta, rice and cereal
- Peanut butter and jelly
- Toiletry items
- Laundry detergent and paper towels
- Formula and diapers for children
- Ensure for elderly
Georgia Salvation Army service centers can also help low-income families apply for government assistance benefits. This service is offered to those households living in poverty.
Currently, they provide help applying for the following benefit programs:
- Food Stamps (SNAP)
- WIC
- USDA Free School Lunches
- Summer Camp Snacks
- Social Security
Free Food Banks in Georgia
While the Salvation Army one of the major organizations that offers free food assistance in Georgia, it’s not the only one. In fact, the Salvation Army is only one of many Georgia food banks and local community organizations that help those facing hunger.
For a list of other food banks and community organizations, that offer free food, groceries and hot meals, check out our complete list of free food banks here.
Who Qualifies for Free Food
All the Salvation Army Service Centers in Georgia can provide help to those facing hunger. They can provide you with a nutritious meal or direct you to their closest meal site or food pantry. This is a free service available to adults, children, and elderly Georgia residents that are facing financial hardship from the loss of job, natural disaster, or drastic changes in family life.
The Salvation Army also provides holiday meals during Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you are home-bound and cannot make it to a meal site, volunteers can deliver a holiday meal to you.
To find out the free holiday meals being offered near you, click here for Thanksgiving and Christmas Assistance available to you.
Disaster Food Assistance in Georgia
If your household has been impacted by a natural disaster and you are facing an emergency situation, you may qualify to receive disaster food assistance in Georgia. This assistance is in addition to the help that the Salvation Army can provide.
If you have been impacted by a hurricane, fire, ice storm, flood, or any other natural disaster, you may qualify for Georgia D-SNAP benefits.
For information on disaster food stamps in Georgia and how to apply, visit our D-SNAP Help Guide.
Georgia Salvation Army Locations
To find a location near you, use our complete list or Georgia Salvation Army locations provided below. Almost every Salvation Army service center in Georgia operates a food bank to provide assistance for those in need.
Please note that the services and assistance programs provided at each Salvation Army office are not the same. To find out what services your local Georgia Salvation Army provides, please visit their website or give them a call before you visit.
Georgia Salvation Army Offices by City
To find the Salvation Army office location in Georgia near you, use the office list below. We provide you with the address, hours, phone number, websites, and services offered at each Salvation Army location in Georgia.
Albany, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
300 West Second Avenue
Albany, GA 31701
Hours of Operation
Shelter: Monday-Sunday, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Family Store: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Phone Number
(229) 435-1428
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/albany/
Services Offered
- Temporary Emergency Shelter
- Family Store
- Utility Assistance
- Clothing Assistance
- Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Day Center for Homeless Outreach
Americus, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
204 North Prince Street
Americus, GA 31709
Phone Number
(229) 924-5154
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/americus/
Services Offered
- Thrift Store
- Social Services
- Utility Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Athens, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
484 Hawthorne Avenue
Athens, GA 30606
Phone Number
(706) 543-5350
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/athens/
Services Offered
- Youth Program
- Project Hope
- Disaster Services
- Service Units/Centers
- Project Share
Atlanta, GA Salvation Army Office Locations
There are currently three (3) Salvation Army office locations in Atlanta. The address and contact information for each Atlanta Salvation Army office is below.
Atlanta Harbor Light Salvation Army
Address
469 Marietta Street
Atlanta, GA 30313
Phone Number
(404) 486-2700
Atlanta Kroc Center Salvation Army
Address
967 Dewey Street SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
Phone Number
(404) 638-7195
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/kroc-center-atlanta/
Atlanta Temple Salvation Army
Address
2090 N. Druid Hills Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone Number
(404) 486-2800
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/temple/
Augusta, GA Salvation Army Office Locations
There are currently two (2) Salvation Army office locations in Augusta, Georgia. The address and contact information for each Augusta Salvation Army office is below.
Augusta Salvation Army
Address
1384 Green Street
Augusta, GA, 30901
Phone Number
(706) 826-7933
Website
https://salvationarmyaugusta.org/
Services Offered
- Temporary Emergency Shelter
- Food Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Clothing Assistance
- Disaster Relief Assistance
- Day Center for the Homeless
- Social Security
Augusta Kroc Center Salvation Army
Address
1833 Broad Street
Augusta, GA 30904
Phone Number
(706) 364-5762
Website
Bainbridge, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
600 South Scott Street
Bainbridge, GA 39818
Phone Number
(912) 243-7250
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/bainbridge/
Services Offered
- Thrift Store
- Social Services
- Utility Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Clothing Assistance
Brunswick, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
1624 Reynolds Street
Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone Number
(912) 265-9381
Hours of Operation
Family Store: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/brunswick/
Services Offered
- Youth Programs
- Project Hope
- Disaster Services
- Service Units/Centers
- Project Share
Canton, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
121 Waleska Street
Canton, GA 30114
Phone Number
(770) 441-6200
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/canton/
Services Offered
- Youth Programs
- Project Hope
- Disaster Services
- Service Units/Centers,
- Project Share
Carrollton, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
115 Lake Carroll Boulevard
Carrollton, GA 30117
Phone Number
(770) 830-0120
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/carrollton/
Services Offered
- Family Store
- Social Services
- Food Pantry
- Clothing Assistance
- Rent Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Financial Assistance
- Disaster Relief
Cartersville, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
16 Felton Place
Cartersville, GA 30120
Phone Number
(770) 387-9955
Hours of Operation
Family Store: Monday-Saturday, 9:30am-5:00pm
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/cartersville/
Services Offered
- Family Store
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Character Building
- Youth Programs
Dalton, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
1109 N Thornton Avenue
Dalton, GA 30720
Phone Number
(706) 278-3966
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/dalton/
Services Offered
- Transitional Housing
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Youth Character Building Program
- Music Training
Decatur, GA Salvation Army Office Location (Peachcrest)
Address
3500 Sherrydale Lane
Decatur, GA 30032
Phone Number
(404) 486-2870
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/peachcrest/
Doraville, GA Salvation Army Office Location (Atlanta International)
Address
3771 Central Avenue
Doraville, GA 30340
Phone Number
(404) 486-2820
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/international/
Douglas, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
110 South Gaskin Avenue
Douglas, GA 31533
Phone Number
(912) 384-6530
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/douglas/
Services Offered
- Thrift Store
- Social Services
- Utility Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Dublin, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
1617 Telfair Street
Dublin, GA 31021
Phone Number
(478) 275-7336
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/dublin/
Services Offered
- Family Store
- Social Services
- Food Pantry
- Clothing Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Rent Assistance
- Financial Assistance
- Disaster Relief
Elberton, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
262 N McIntosh Street
Elberton, GA 30635
Phone Number
(706) 283-1804
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/elberton/
Services Offered
- Thrift Store
- Social Services
- Utility Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Gainesville, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
711 Dorsey Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
Phone Number
(770) 534-7589
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/gainesville/
Services Offered
- Youth Programs
- Project Hope
- Disaster Services
- Service Units/Centers
- Project Share
Griffin, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
725 Meriwether Street
Griffin, GA 30224
Phone Number
(770) 412-6561
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/griffin/
Services Offered
- Emergency Shelter
- Family Store
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Jackson, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
178 N Benton Street
Jackson, GA 30233
Phone Number
(770) 775-2940
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/jackson/
Services Offered
- Red Shield Services
- Home Sweet Home
- Senior Citizens Housing
- Financial Emergencies Services
- Anti Trafficking Efforts
- Project Share
- Disaster Services
- Boys and Girls Clubs
- Summer Camping
Jonesboro, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
130 Spring Street
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Phone Number
(770) 724-1680
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/jonesboro/
Services Offered
- Food Pantry
- Financial Emergencies Services
Lawrenceville, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
3455 Sugarloaf Parkway
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
Phone Number
(770) 724-1660
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/lawrenceville/
Services Offered
- Home Sweet Home
- Financial Emergencies Services
- Canteen Ministry
Macon, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
1955 Broadway
Macon, GA 31206
Phone Number
(478) 746-8572
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/macon-georgia/
Services Offered
- Youth Programs
- Project Hope
- Disaster Services
- Service Units/Centers
- Project Share
Marietta, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
202 Waterman Street SE
Marietta, GA 30060
Phone Number
(770) 724-1640
Website
https://salvationarmyatlanta.org/marietta/
Services Offered
- Homeless Resource Center
- Financial Emergencies Services
- After School Program
- Summer Day Camp Program
McDonough, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
401 Racetrack Road
McDonough, GA 30252
Phone Number
(770) 957-8868
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/mcdonough/
Services Offered
- Red Shield Services
- Home Sweet Home
- Senior Citizens Housing
- Financial Emergencies Services
- Anti Trafficking Efforts
- Project Share
- Disaster Services
- Boys and Girls Clubs
- Summer Camping
Milledgeville, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
461 E Hancock Street
Milledgeville, GA 31061
Phone Number
(478) 452-6940
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/milledgeville/
Services Offered
- Emergency Shelter
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Newnan, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
670 Jefferson Street
Newnan, GA 30263
Phone Number
(770) 251-8181
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/newnan/
Services Offered
- Family store
- Social services
- Food Pantry
- Clothing Assistance
- Project Share
- Utility assistance
- Rental/mortgage assistance
- Disaster Services
- Youth Summer Camp
- Angel Tree
Norcross, GA Salvation Army Office Location (Georgia Division Headquarters)
Address
1000 Center Place
Norcross, GA 30093
Phone Number
(770) 441-6200
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/
Rome, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
310 E 2nd Avenue
Rome, GA 30161
Phone Number
(706) 291-4745
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/rome/
Services Offered
- Emergency Shelter
- Drug/Alcohol Abuse Rehabilitation
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Savannah, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
3000 Bee Road
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone Number
(912) 651-7420
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/savannah/
Services Offered
- Emergency Shelter
- Drug/Alcohol Abuse Rehabilitation
- Rent Assistance, Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- After School Tutorial
- Creative and Performing Arts Program
- Zumba
- Youth and Adult Character Building Programs
- Open Gym
- Older Adult Ministries
St. Marys, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
1909 Osborne Road
St. Marys, GA 31558
Phone Number
(912) 882-6658
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/st-marys/
Services Offered
- Family Store
- Financial Assistance
- Food Pantry
- Clothing
- Summer Camp for children 7-12 yrs
- Thanksgiving Food Box
- Christmas Assistance
- Disaster Relief
- Pathway of Hope
Thomasville, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
514 North Madison Street
Thomasville, GA 31792
Phone Number
(229) 226-3772
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/thomasville/
Services Offered
- Rapid Rehousing Shelter
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Tifton, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
1205 Highway 82 East
Tifton, GA 31794
Phone Number
(229) 386-1503
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/tifton/
Services Offered
- Emergency Shelter
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
Toccoa-Cornelia, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
306 E Franklin Street
Toccoa-Cornelia, GA 30577
Phone Number
(706) 886-5293
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/toccoa/
Services Offered
- Thrift Store
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Youth Character Building Programs
Valdosta, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
320 Smithland Place
Valdosta, GA 31601
Phone Number
(229) 242-6440
Hours of Operation
Shelter: Monday-Sunday, 6:00pm-7:00am
Family Store: Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/valdosta/
Services Offered
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Men’s Emergency Shelter
Vidalia, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
220 Mose Coleman Drive
Vidalia, GA 30474
Phone Number
(912) 538-8203
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/vidalia/
Services Offered
- Thrift Store
- Social Services
- Utilities Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Food Services
Waycross, GA Salvation Army Office Location
Address
401 Ethel Street
Waycross, GA 31501
Phone Number
(229) 386-1503
Hours of Operation (Store Hours)
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm
Website
https://salvationarmygeorgia.org/waycross/
Services Offered
- Emergency Shelter
- Rent Assistance
- Utilities Assistance
- Clothing & Food Assistance
- Disaster Relief Services
- Feeding Programs
GA Salvation Army Summary
We hope this article on the Georgia Salvation Army Locations for Free Food was helpful to you. If you have additional questions about the assistance the Salvation Army provides, please leave those in the comments section below.
Also, if you liked this post, be sure to check out our complete list of Free Food Banks in Georgia here.