As families across Miami-Dade face uncertainty due to the ongoing government shutdown and the expiration of SNAP benefits, local organizations have come together to ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.
Through the Food Assistance Community Response Initiative, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has partnered with United Way Miami, Farm Share, and Feeding South Florida to activate emergency food distribution sites across the county. These efforts aim to support residents impacted by the reduction in food benefits by connecting them with reliable, local resources.
If you or someone you know needs food assistance, please visit the official Food Assistance Community Response website or call 211 — a one-stop helpline for local support services.
Community Food Resources
- Freedom Fridge Pantry (Dunn’s Overtown Farms)
Open 24/7 — No questions asked - Roots Collective Fridge
5505 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL - Mutual Aid Hub
Visit their online map to find free food locations near you - The Mini Pantry Movement
Includes local pantries throughout Miami-Dade and Kendall neighborhoods - The Smile Trust
Beginning Nov. 3, offering free hot meals, sandwich bags, and groceries
📍 Freedom Lab — Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Together, we can make sure every family in our community has access to healthy, nourishing food during this critical time. Please share these resources widely and encourage those in need to reach out.
If you or someone you know is at risk of homelessness, please call the Homeless Helpline at 1-877-994-HELP (4357) for immediate assistance.
