Our Food Pantry

With SNAP payments set to halt on November 1, we want to ensure our community is aware of the many school and community resources available to help families access the food they need.

Cedar Rapids Community School District is committed to supporting students and families facing food insecurity. Our school-based food pantries provide essential groceries and supplies to students and their families because we know that when students are hungry, it affects their ability to learn, focus, and thrive.

We also invite community members, organizations, and local businesses to consider donating to one of our school-based food pantries. Your support helps us ensure that every student has access to nutritious food every day

If you would like to support Van Buren Elementary food pantry, here is how you can donate.
Drop off hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM or by appointment with Mrs. Evans if after-school hours are needed.
Drop off location: At the front desk
Donation Restrictions: No frozen items accepted at this time- they do accept refrigerated & non-perishable food items
School Food Pantry Contact: Zach Shoulders, Van Buren Engagement Specialist (zshoulders@crschools.us)
Special Requests or high need items: N/A