Monthly Food Needs
Around 1 out of every 10 people living in Boone County are experiencing food insecurity. That means you probably know someone. Food insecurity can be a hidden issue, not always something you see.
As of 2026, here in Boone County, 8,160 people live in food insecure homes. That’s 10.9% of the population. 77% those do not qualify for Snap Program (food stamps program.) The Average cost of a meal is $3.82
1,620 children in Boone County are food insecure, according to Feeding America. That’s 8.6% of children experience food insecurity in Boone County. More than 54% are likely ineligible for federal child nutrition programs.
Each month we publish a list of items that are deeply needed that month. We have several locations in the community where food pantry donations may be dropped off.
Your Donations mean so much to this community! Our most current list is posted below.
For your convenience, we’ve also started an Amazon list to make donating easier.
Help us feed Boone County this Holiday Season! Although we’ll be collecting these items till the end of the year, we’ll be packing up our Thanksgiving boxes the week of Nov. 16 and Christmas boxes the week of Dec. 14. Please note that only non-perishable items may be dropped off at our donation locations. All perishable foods need to be brought directly to the Caring Center.
Food Donations
We have several locations in the community where food pantry donations may be dropped off.
1230 Randsdell Court, Lebanon, IN. 46052. Food donations can be dropped off at the first door on the side of the building. We accept both perishable and non-perishable items at this location.
25 Boone Village, Zionsville , IN. 46077. Non-perishable Food pantry items during business hours.
10650 Andrade Dr. Zionsville, IN. 46077. (near 106th and Michigan Rd.) Non-perishable food pantry items during business hours.
1870 W. Oak St., Zionsville, IN. 46077. Non-perishable food pantry items.
1525 Mulberry St., Zionsville, IN. 46077. Main lobby, M-Th 9am-5pm. Non-perishable food pantry items.
You can purchase online (using your favorite online shopping method) and ship directly to The Caring Center (1230 Ransdell Court, Lebanon, IN. 46052)
For your convenience, we’ve also started an Amazon list to make donating easier. You can find that list HERE.
There are many months when we need more food than is donated and are forced to go purchase more food. Your monetary donations go a long way in helping to feed our community.
These 10 items are always needed
- apple juice
- applesauce
- canned fruit
- cereal
- macaroni and cheese
- peanut butter
- canned tuna or chicken
- vegetable oil
- sugar
- spaghetti sauce
Additional Ways To Support
Did you know we have a place out front for fresh produce and baked goods?
We have a wonderful receiving area out front of our building. We invite you to help us fill it or take what you need! It is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Did you know you can support The Caring Center when you do your weekly shopping at Krogers? Kroger will donate money back to The Caring Center each quarter based on purchases tied to registered cards.
Simply get a Kroger Rewards Card from your local store, and register it online for the program at: kroger.com/communityrewards and list “The Caring Center “as your organization. The Caring Center’s Organization Number is RG213.
You can take part in Meijer’s Simply Give Program and benefit The Caring Center and your Boone County neighbors by shopping at the Whitestown Meijer and purchasing a $10 Simply Give card! Meijer’s is a family-owned company who is focused on enriching lives in the communities they serve. Thanks to Meijer’s generous customers and a strong commitment from their food pantry partners, Meijer’s Simply Give program has continued to be successful in helping to feed hungry families in their local communities. The program has generated more than $91 million in food donations throughout the Midwest since its inception in November 2008. To find out more, visit: https://meijercommunity.com/simply-give
Shop for us on Amazon
For your convenience, we have an Amazon list to make donating and shopping easier.
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The Caring Center relies entirely on the generous donations and aid from its supporters and the community to provide assistance to those in need.