CdA Events Calendar - Meals
We gather together as a thankful community!
BECAUSE NO ONE SHOULD GO HUNGRY, OR BE LONELY
veterans | seniors | food distribution | community | potlucks
PB&J Haydeners' Produce
Local non-profit organization, PB&J Haydeners distributes fresh, locally-farmed fruits & vegetables on Thursdays to those in need on these dates, beginning between 4:30-5 pm while they last. Go early - items are FREE of charge!
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Sept 24 - Spirit Lake Community Center, 32584 4th Ave.
PB&J HAYDENERS distributed 9,638 pounds of fresh food at 20 locations in 2025 which served 20,000 people! North Idaho has been blessed each year since 2018 by the efforts & talents of PB&J Haydeners. Learn more HERE.
Varies - Free!
Outreach Eats at Skate Park
Every Thursday | 1-3 pm
at RATHDRUM SKATE PARK
805 Main St., Rathdrum
206-780-5228
As an outreach youth ministry, non-profit organization Outreach Eats welcomes kids when they get out of school to stop by for healthy snacks/sandwiches & encouragement every Thursday.
Serving over 325 youth & families each week, Garry & Robin Mickelson's goal & mission is to listen to each young person (how is the week going) & impress on each one that they are important, & have a community that cares about them.
Read more about the mission & goals of Outreach Eats HERE.
Every Thursday - Free!
Neighborhood Food Pantries
CDA Neighborhood Food Pantries can be found in (4) Coeur d'Alene outdoor locations & a fire station. They exist for those struggling with providing food for their families &/or themselves due to temporary hardships.
COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY (inside entrance)
702 E. Front Ave., CdA
PARKER SUBARU PANTRY
5273 N. Gov't Way, CdA
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE MASTER
4800 N. Ramsey Rd., CdA
2515 N. HOWARD ST., CdA
721 W. MARIE AVE., CdA
So stop in - take what you need & replenish ("BTW...Give Back") when you can.
Volunteers make regular checks of these pantries & other area locations & try to keep them stocked. In addition to non-perishable food items, some may contain personal hygiene & baby care products also.
Here are more locations:
CAREYWOOD FIRE STATION
456055 Hwy 95, Cocolalla
HAUSER LAKE FIRE STATION
10728 N. Hauser Lake Rd., Hauser
Silver Valley locations:
PINEHURST FOOD PANTRY
106 N. Division St., Pinehurst
KELLOGG ELKS LODGE #1841 PANTRY
202 McKinley Ave. W, Kellogg
KINGSTON FOOD PANTRY
29 French Gulch Rd., Kingston
SMELTERVILLE FOOD PANTRY
221 Main St., Smelterville (located between the Post Office & Mae's Market at 2nd Chances Thrift Store)
OSBURN FOOD PANTRY
620 E. Mullan Ave., Osburn (front side of WestWind Wellness Clinic)
WALLACE LITTLE FREE PANTRY
between 59-67 River St., Wallace
WALLACE ELKS LODGE #331
419 Cedar St., Wallace
**Also offering new blankets, clothing, hygiene items & first aid kits. More info - call Carol Young, 208-659-7075.
Varies - Free!
Father Bill's Kitchen in CdA
Monday thru Friday | 5-6:30 pm
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
1317 N. 1st St., CdA
208-664-3095
Since hope begins with a meal, nutritious meals for those in need are served every Monday thru Friday in Coeur d'Alene. Father Bill's Kitchen ministry feeds over 100 people each evening. For some, it's the only meal of the day.
"BTW...Give Back" For those interested in helping with food, supplies or monetary donations, please call 208-664-3095, ext 305 or email ext. 305 or email Janet@stvincentdepaulcda.org.
Monday thru Friday - Free!
Meal Ministries at Churches
Every Sunday | 12:30-1:30 pm
4800 N. Ramsey Rd., CdA
208-765-1002
Stop in for a delicious community lunch - FREE & open to the public! Serving every Sunday afternoon.
Every Sunday | 12:30-1:30 pm
417 N. William St., Post Falls
208-773-2527
CPC hosts bountiful community meals - FREE of charge every Sunday. All are welcome! To-go meals available.
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11 am-1 pm
"Community Lunches"
130 S. 10th St., St. Maries
Complimentary community lunches will be served every Tuesday & Thursday during the summer months. All are welcome!
Every Wednesday | 5 pm
"Soup's On!
114 N. 5th St., Osburn
Serving delicious soups, green salads, breads & desserts. Meals are served every Wednesday, are open to the public & FREE of charge.
Every Thursday | 11:30 am-1 pm
"Ecumenical Food Kitchen"
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (GYM)
521 E. Lakeside Ave., Coeur d'Alene
208-667-8446
Those who are in need of nourishment are served a FREE hot lunch every Thursday, provided by several local denominations including Lutheran, Catholic, Baptist, Prestyerian, & Methodist. More info - 208-667-8445.
Every Thursday | 4:30-6:30 pm
722 W. Kathleen Ave., CdA
208-665-7808
Market at the Heart serves a FREE homemade community meal every Thursday evening. Food & clothing are also available. All are welcome!
Every Friday | 4:30-5:30 pm
625 E. Haycraft Ave., CdA
208-765-5108
A complimentary meal is served every Friday to benefit those in the community - seniors, children, families - all are welcome!
Every Friday | 5:30 pm
10583 N. Gov't Way, Hayden
208-762-6397
Enjoy a FREE, home-cooked meal - all are welcome every Friday evening. Offered because community meals are more than just nourishment - they are a reminder that no one is forgotten, & everyone deserves a place at the table.
Varies - Free!
"Cup of Grace" Community Meal
Every Tuesday | 4:30-6:30 pm
31848 N. 4th Ave., Spirit Lake (behind bank)
208-228-5018
For community members of Spirit Lake, non-profit group, Cup of Grace, serves a FREE meal every Tuesday.
Join neighbors or meet new ones at this friendly gathering. Volunteers cook, serve & clean up. delicious, All you have to do is enjoy yourself. Carry-outs available.
Food pantry is available M, W, Th & F, 10 am-3 pm. Ph 817-228-5018.
Every Tuesday - Free!
Honoring Our Veterans
Every Tuesday | 8-10 am
VFW POST #889
406 N. 4th St., CdA
Connect with other veterans in a relaxed, friendly setting for coffee & conversation every Tuesday morning.
Every 1st Wednesday | 5-7 pm
"Steak Dinners for Veterans"
WALLACE ELKS LODGE #331
419 Cedar St., Wallace
208-753-4255
For veterans, it's FREE steak night every 1st Wednesday in Wallace, so arrive early. Meal cost for non-veteran Elks & guests is $16. Take-out is available for an extra $2.
Every 3rd Wednesday | 8-9:30 am
"Veterans Appreciation Breakfast"
LEGENDS PARK ASSISTED LIVING
1820 N. Legends Pkwy, CdA
Veterans & their families are invited to enjoy a full breakfaet- bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, pancakes, coffee & juice - FREE of charge on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP to 208-699-6015.
Every Friday | 5-7 pm
"Burger Night"
WALLACE ELKS LODGE #331
419 Cedar St., Wallace
208-753-4255
Veterans eat FREE on burger night, held every Friday!
Varies - Free!
2nd Harvest Food Distributions
Food distributions for those in need are scheduled from 11 am-1 pm (unless otherwise noted) on various dates:
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Sept 24 (Th) - Cormana Bldg., 1101 W. Idaho Ave., St. Maries
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Oct 8 (Th) - Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., CdA
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Oct 21 (W) - Our Savior Lutheran Church, 15 S. Division St., Pinehurst
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Oct 29 (Th) - Cormana Bldg., 1101 W. Idaho Ave., St. Maries
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Nov 3 (T) - St. Vincent de Paul Help Center, 201 E. Harrison Ave., CdA
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Nov 5 (Th) - Sysco, 300 N. Baugh Way, Post Falls
2ND HARVEST MOBILE MARKETS are drive-thru events for up to 250 families. Prepacked emergency food boxes for those in need contain produce, meats, other fresh & non-perishable items.
Open to the public, no app't is needed & no documentation required. Intended for families struggling with food supplies.
Varies - Free!
Community Food Banks
Here's a list of area food banks & distribution centers:
1215 E. Third Ave., Post Falls; 208-773-0139; M, 11 am-6 pm; T-F, 9 am-2 pm
Serves the Post Falls area.
ABC FOOD BANK
Athol Community Center
30355 3rd St., Athol; 208-683-3244; T, 9 am-3 pm
Also clothing for those in need.
901 E. Best Ave., CdA; 208-664-1453; M, 11 am-2 pm
Take bag/basket to carry food home. Also has diapers & hygiene products.
Will deliver to people who cannot attend distributions. Call for more info.
2200 N. 7th St., CdA; 208-667-5481; Th, 2:30-4 pm
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH
1700 E. Pennsylvania Ave., CdA; 208-664-9231; Th, 10 am-2 pm (boxed food, bread & veggies); lunch also served.
5350 N. 4th St., CdA; 208-664-4883; 2nd & 4th M, 10-11:30 am
COEUR D'ALENE TRIBE FOOD DISTRIBUTION
30903 S. Cave Bay Road, Worley
208-686-0241/1426/5128
For low-income households on or near the Coeur d'Alene & Kootenai Reservations.
COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP/CDA
4144 W. Industrial Loop, CdA; 208-664-8757; Emergency Food Assistance
COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP/KELLOGG
114 Riverside Ave. W, Kellogg; 208-783-4901
M-W, 9 am-4 pm (closed noon-1 pm)
Weekly assistance w/perishables & monthly food boxes
772 W. Kathleen Ave., Bldg 2, Coeur d'Alene; 208-665-7808; Th, 4:30-6:30 pm
Harrison Community Baptist Church
100 Pine St., Harrison; 208-689-3506
6000 N. Ramsey Rd., CdA; 208-676-0632; M, 2-5 pm
Recipients must provide proof of residence; serves CdA, Hayden, Rathdrum, Athol & Spirit Lake residents.
7465 W. Kidd Island Rd., CdA
FREE fresh produce stand (seasonal) for community. Take what you need; leave what you can for others.
NORTH IDAHO COLLEGE FOOD PANTRY
Edminster Student Bldg., Lower Level, CdA
M & W, 2-4 pm; T & Th, 10 am-noon
Supports NIC students & employees facing food insecurity. Open for walk-ins; for after-hours app't, email foodpantry@nic.edu. Cardinal Card is required for access.
RATHDRUM FOOD PANTRY
8027 W. Main St., Rathdrum; 208-687-3696
T-Th, 10 am-2 pm
1866 N. Cecil Rd., Bldg 1, Post Falls; 208-777-8600
T, W, Th, 10 am-noon
REAL LIFE MINISTRIES SILVER VALLEY
109 N. Division St., Pinehurst; 208-682-4944; F, 10 am-1 pm. Proof of residence required for each adult; no income limits.
SECOND HARVEST/KOOTENAI COUNTY
1234 E. Front Ave., Spokane; 509-534-6678; mobile market distributions.
1804 N. 4th St. (a Gathered for Good Thrift Store), CdA; 208-930-1891; T & Th, 9 am-noon; W, 3-5 pm
12940 N. Gov't Way, Hayden; 208-762-5718; Th, 12:30-2:30 pm
SILVER VALLEY WORSHIP CENTER
307 Main St., Smelterville; 208-783-8902
Sun, 9:45-11:30 am; T, drive-thru food distribution, 3-4:30 pm.
SPIRIT LAKE FOOD BANK/COMMUNITY CENTER
32154 N. 4th Ave., Spirit Lake; 208-623-3107; W, noon-3 pm
625 E. Haycraft Ave., CdA; 208-765-5108; T-Fri, 9 am-noon
10583 N. Government Way, Hayden; 208-762-6397; F, 4:30-7 pm
Hygiene kits are available during this time also.
WALLACE-OSBURN-MULLAN COMMUNITY FOOD BANKS
1st Th, 3-5 pm, Grace E.F. Church, 214 N. Second St., Osburn; 208-556-0291
2nd Th, 4-6 pm, Emmanuel Lutheran Church,124 Terrill Loop, Mullan; 208-753-8392
3rd Th, 2:30-5 pm, VWO Church, 215 4th St., Wallace; 509-903-5989
Varies - Free!
Dine at Area Senior Centers
1916 Lakewood Dr., Coeur d'Alene
208-667-4628
(Offering donation memberships. Not required, but saves $ on games & events.)
Dine-in lunches are served M-W-F at noon. Must call before 11 am to reserve a meal. Suggested donation for registered seniors ages 60+ is $5; under 60, $7. Click HERE for menu & activities schedule.
3RD AVENUE SENIOR PROGRAMS/CAFE
(formerly Post Falls Senior Center)
1215 E. 3rd Ave., Post Falls
208-773-9582
Lunches are served W & F starting at noon. Please call 208-773-9582 on the day prior for reservations. On Mondays, seniors can "sit & sip" complimentary coffee/tea & enjoy pastries while connecting w/friends, 8 am-2:30 pm.
1250 W. Lancaster Rd., Post Falls
208-762-7052
Lunch is served from noon-1 pm on T & Th. Must make reservation.
8037 Montana St., Rathdrum
208-687-2028
Open for dining T & Th at noon. Suggested donation is $5 for seniors age 60+ & children age 10 & under. Others, $7.
SPIRIT LAKE COMMUNITY SENIOR CENTER
32564 4th Ave., Spirit Lake
208-623-6125
Dining from 4:30-6 pm M & W. Breakfast offered on Fridays, 7:30-10 am. Suggested donation: $10.
711 W. Jefferson Ave., St. Maries
208-245-3546
Serves lunch M-W-F at noon. East Benewah Council on Aging aka St Maries Senior Meal Site has been providing meals for seniors since 1992. Suggested donation is $7 for ages 60+; $8 for under 60 or home delivery.
Cost Varies (Donation)