Food Assistance Programs · Columbia, MO

Food Should Not Be an Impossible Choice

Powerhouse Community Development Corporation provides reliable, dignified food assistance to individuals and families across Columbia, Marshall, and Versailles, Missouri.

Engaging

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Educating

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Equipping

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Empowering

5,200+

Families Served

3

Missouri Cities

18

Years of Service

100K+

Meals Distributed

What We Offer

Our Food Programs

Reliable food assistance in Columbia, Marshall, and Versailles with Powerhouse Community Development Corporation.

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Grow Together

Community Garden

Our community garden connects residents to fresh, locally grown produce while fostering skills, relationships, and pride of ownership.

  • ✓ Plot rentals and shared garden spaces
  • ✓ Workshops on urban gardening
  • ✓ Seasonal harvest distributions
  • ✓ Youth gardening education programs

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Immediate Relief

Emergency Food Program

When a family faces a crisis, we are here. Our emergency food program provides rapid, dignified access to nutritious meals for individuals and families in need.

  • ✓ Same-week food pantry access
  • ✓ Culturally responsive food options
  • ✓ SNAP and benefits enrollment support
  • ✓ Welcoming for first-time visitors

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Feeding the Future

Summer Food Programs

Children should not go hungry when school is out. Our summer programs ensure kids in Columbia, Marshall, and Versailles receive nutritious meals all summer.

  • ✓ Free daily meals for children 18 and under
  • ✓ Multiple sites across Mid-Missouri
  • ✓ Activity programming alongside meals
  • ✓ Partnered with Feeding America

Getting Help is Simple

How to Access
Our Programs

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Reach Out

Call us or fill out our contact form. No judgment, no barriers, just support.

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Get Connected

We will match you with the right program and let you know when and where to come.

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Receive Support

Access fresh food, nutritious meals, and ongoing resources for your family.

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Food is the foundation of health, family, and community. When we ensure people are nourished, we strengthen every other part of life.

Powerhouse CDC Team

Columbia, Missouri

Program Partners

Feeding America

Save the Children

Mid-MO Food Bank

Ready to Get Started?

We Are Here to Help

Whether you need immediate food assistance or want to volunteer and give back, Powerhouse CDC welcomes you. Reach out today.

info@pwrhousecdc.org· Columbia, Missouri