Cass County Mobile Food Pantry Dates Announced for 2026-27

(Atlantic, Iowa) – Cass County mobile food pantry distributions have been scheduled for 2026 – 2027. Mobile food pantries are hosted by community partners across Cass County to help improve access to food for individuals and families in need sponsored in partnership with the Food Bank for the Heartland. 

A mobile pantry is a traveling food pantry that delivers food directly to families for a one-day distribution. People from surrounding towns and communities are welcome. Mobile food pantries are available free of charge. Anyone in need is welcome, and no documentation is required. Each vehicle may receive food for up to two households at one time. 

Atlantic 2026-27 Mobile Food Pantries

Where: Cass County Fairgrounds (1000 Fair Ave., Atlantic, IA 50022) 

Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 
Dates:

  • July 8, 2026 
  • September 9, 2026 
  • November 11, 2026 
  • February 3, 2027 
  • April 7, 2027 
  • June 9, 2027 

Anita 2026 Mobile Food Pantries

Where: Anita Food Pantry (208 Chestnut St., Anita, IA 50020) 

Time: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm 
Dates:

  • August 12, 2026 
  • October 14, 2026 
  • May 12, 2027 

Massena 2026 Mobile Food Pantries

Where: East Side of Massena’s City Park (500 5th St., Massena, IA 50853) 

Time: 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm 
Dates:

  • July 8, 2026 
  • September 9, 2026 
  • November 11, 2026 
  • February 3, 2027 
  • April 7, 2027 
  • June 9, 2027 

For additional information or questions, please contact Grace McAfee, Community Wellness Coordinator, at (712) 250-8170 or by email at mcage@casshealth.org

For the latest information on mobile food pantries, visit the Food Bank of the Heartland’s Find Food tool. For information on local food, farmers markets, and food access initiatives, follow the Cass County Local Food Policy Council on Facebook.