Community Cooperative has announced the January 2026 schedule for its Mobile Food Pantry, a lifeline for many in Southwest Florida. In a region where food insecurity is a real issue, this service aims to make accessing groceries easier and more dignified.
The Mobile Food Pantry brings fresh produce and essential items directly to neighborhoods, especially those where traditional food sources might not reach. This effort is crucial for families, seniors, and individuals who are facing economic challenges. By meeting people where they live, Community Cooperative ensures that no one has to go hungry.
Here’s the schedule for January:
- Tuesday, Jan. 13 – Bonita Springs YMCA, 27200 Kent Road, Bonita Springs; 9:30-11 a.m.
- Wednesday, Jan. 14 – Cape Coral Technical College, 360 Santa Barbara Blvd. N, Cape Coral; 4-5:30 p.m.
- Thursday, Jan. 15 – Lehigh Senior High School, 901 Gunnery Road N, Lehigh Acres; 3:30-5 p.m.
- Tuesday, Jan. 20 – Pine Manor Community Center, 5547 Tenth Ave., Fort Myers; 10 a.m. to noon.
- Wednesday, Jan. 21 – VA Healthcare Center, 2489 Diplomat Parkway E, Cape Coral (for veterans and their families only); 9-11 a.m.
- Thursday, Jan. 22 – Island Coast High School, 2125 De Navarra Parkway, Cape Coral; 3:30-5 p.m.
- Tuesday, Jan. 27 – Veterans Park Lehigh Acres, 55 Homestead Road S, Lehigh Acres; 3-5 p.m.
- Wednesday, Jan. 28 – North Fort Myers High School, 5000 Orange Grove Blvd., North Fort Myers; 3:30-5 p.m.
Households can visit one Mobile Food Pantry event per month. Please bring an ID, and it’s a good idea to bring your own bags.
Community Cooperative has been fighting hunger and homelessness since 1984. Its mission is to inspire change by providing food and educational programs that make a real difference in people’s lives. For more information, visit communitycooperative.com.
In recent surveys, about 10% of households in Florida reported facing food insecurity, highlighting the importance of initiatives like this one. Experts underscore that community-based programs play a vital role in addressing these urgent needs. By supporting local food pantries, residents can help ensure that their neighbors do not go hungry.
