Mend Hunger

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I guaranteed to receive a box if I apply?

We are committed to filling and shipping as many boxes as we can. Boxes will be filled in the order received and as donations are received. We cannot guarantee that every applicant will receive a box.

Can I donate a box to a specific individual?

No, not at this time.

Do you ship to P.O. boxes?

Unfortunately, we are unable to ship pantry direct boxes to P.O. boxes.

Is my donation tax Deductible?

Yes! Mend Hunger is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization and your donation is tax deductible.

I have other food allergies. Are there options available other than just gluten-free?

We are very attuned to the unique needs of the allergy community, but at this time, Mend Hunger is only able to offer gluten-free options. Please check back for updates, as we are always trying to increase our ability to meet specific allergy needs.

I can't afford to donate a full pantry box. Can I still make a donation?

Of course! Every dollar counts toward filling a pantry box. You can make a custom donation in any amount by clicking here.

Do you ship anywhere in the U.S.?

We are able to ship to anywhere in the United States, except for Alaska and Hawaii. We can not ship to P.O. Boxes.

My Pantry Box was lost or stolen. What do I do?

What states are you registered iN?

We are currently accepting donations from Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada, Arizona, South Dakota, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, Indiana, Ohio, Delaware, Vermont, Illinois, South Carolina, Arkansas. Check back often as we are working to expand this list. We ship nationwide except Alaska and Hawaii.