“Never underestimate the difference YOU can make in the lives of others. Step forward, reach out and help. This week reach to someone that might need a lift.”
― Pablo Valle
Wednesday, December 18 – Grocery Hours
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM
The Colchester Community Food Shelf will be open on Wednesday, December 10th, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
SCHOOL TRAFFIC ALERT: Please be aware that Union Memorial School buses will be active between 2:30 – 3:30 PM. To ensure safety and access, please do not block the school’s entrance or exit. If you park in Claussen’s lot, please avoid blocking access to the mailbox.
BRING REUSABLE BAGS: When you bring your reusable bags to the Food Shelf, it’s a win-win! It helps us pack your groceries with ease and allows us to focus our resources on what matters most—providing food for our community. Together, we can reduce waste and ensure every dollar goes further to support families in need. Thank you for partnering with us!
2025 PROOF OF RESIDENCY (POR) ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED: If you’re a new client or have been asked to provide proof of residency for 2025, please remember to bring it with you. Acceptable forms include utility or medical bills, or any recent document showing your name and current Colchester address.
FOOD SHELF CLOSURE POLICY DUE TO WINTER WEATHER: Donations can be dropped off on Wednesdays between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM. If possible, we encourage drop-offs between 11:00 AM and noon, as this is when our volunteers are preparing for the day before opening.
DONATIONS: Donations can be dropped off on Wednesdays between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM. If possible, we encourage drop-offs between 11:00 AM and Noon, as this is when our volunteers are preparing for the day before opening.
The Colchester Community Food Shelf is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates entirely through the generosity of our community. We receive no federal, state, or local funding and rely solely on donations to sustain our work. Financial contributions are especially appreciated, as they help us cover essential costs like food and utilities.
If you’re thinking about organizing a food drive, we invite you to visit the Donate page on our website. There, you’ll also find our Client Shopping List, highlighting the items most needed. Contributions from this list have a direct and immediate impact on the families we serve.
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD: Please share this information with those who may not see our updates on Front Porch Forum, Facebook, or our website!
WHERE TO FIND US?
The Colchester Community Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
QUESTIONS? Email us at info@colchesterfoodshelf.org or call 802-879-2444. If calling outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message and we’ll get back to you.
2024: End of Q3 Stats
The Food Shelf has continued to be busy serving clients through the first three quarters of 2024. To date, the Food Shelf has had 1,422 visits with 3,973 people served. Your generous food and monetary donations continue to help the Food Shelf meet the needs of our clients.
Additional statistics dating back to 2011 can be found by selecting “Our Impact” from the main menu.
2023 Client Visits (Q1-Q3)
2024 People Served (Q1-Q3)
The Food Shelf relies for help and supplies on continued donations from Colchester residents, churches, schools, organizations, and businesses.
Where is the food shelf located?
The Colchester Community Food Shelf is located between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School in the old fire station in the village of Colchester .
When is the food shelf open?
The CCFS is open on Wednesdays from 12 Noon to 6 PM and the First Saturday of each month from 9 AM to 11 AM.
Need help finding us?
Contact us at 802.879.2444
Colchester Food Shelf
Colchester, VT 05446
802.879.2444
What’s New? Check out our latest blog posts!
Wondering what has been going on at the food shelf or looking for information about upcoming events? Below are highlights from our most recent blog entries. More entries and information can be found from the What’s New link at the top of the page.
Wednesday, December 18 – Grocery Hours
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM The Colchester Community Food Shelf will be open on Wednesday, December 10th, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. SCHOOL TRAFFIC ALERT: Please be aware that Union Memorial School buses will be active between 2:30 - 3:30...
Wednesday, December 11 – Grocery Hours
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM The Food Shelf will be open on Wednesday, December 11, from 12 Noon to 6 PM. PROOF OF RESIDENCE: Please don't forget to bring Proof of Residency if you have not brought updated paperwork since October 1. Proof...
A Heartfelt Thank You!
A Heartfelt Thanksgiving Thank You to the Colchester Community! At the Colchester Community Food Shelf, there’s a saying we often hear: “Colchester takes care of its people.” And once again, you’ve proven it true. When we shared our need for turkeys and supplies to...