Harlan Independent Schools is committed to supporting the well-being of every student and family in our district. We understand that access to nutritious food is essential for learning, health, and growth. This page provides information about local and regional programs that offer food assistance, meal services, and community support. Together, we can help ensure that every member of our Dragon family has what they need to thrive.
Harlan United Methodist Church, 201 E. Mound St., Harlan, KY
Food pantry available on Thursdays, 11:00-1:00 (lower level of church)
Families may visit once a month. Food, clothing, and household supplies available.
How to Help: To donate money, checks can be mailed to: Harlan United Methodist Church, PO Box 261, Harlan, KY 40831
Donations accepted on-site of shelf-stable food, cleaning supplies, and hygiene items.
112 Railroad St. Harlan, KY 40831
Phone: 606-573-6030
Hot meals served at 5:00, Monday - Friday, and the last Sunday of each month.
Brunch served at 10:00 a.m., Monday - Friday.
Food pantry open the third Monday & Tuesday of each month, from 8:00-12:00.
ID and proof of residence in Harlan County required.
How to Help: Donate online at: https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1863494
Donate by mail or in-person at: 112 Railroad St., Harlan, KY 40831.
Shelf stable food items accepted on-site.
To volunteer, or for more information on needed items, visit: https://www.christshandsky.org/
420 E. Central St., Harlan, KY 40831
1st Floor of HISD Central Office
Phone: 606-573-8700, option 6
For assistance, please call Monday - Friday, 8:00-4:00 or email cecilia.adams@harlanind.kyschools.us or billie.hensley@harlanind.kyschools.us
How to Help: Donations of grocery gift cards are appreciated and given to families in need.
Crisis Line: 1-800-262-7491
www.krcccares.com
Students ages 14+ living with adults other than their parents are eligible for the Paths to Promise program, which can provide a grocery stipend, travel stipend, and wrap-around services. Contact Britt Lawson III at 364-201-2872 or britt.lawson@krccnet.com
118 North 18th St. Middlesboro, KY 40965
Phone: (606) 248-4925
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/Middlesboro/home-1
Lunch feeding program: Monday - Friday, 12:00 - 12:30
Food pantry: Monday - Friday. Food giveaway: Monday & Friday, 11:15 a.m.
1 Positive Place, Harlan, KY
Phone: 606-573-0960
https://www.bgcappalachia.club/ Many of our HISD students are members of the Boys & Girls Club, which serves meals after school.
How to Help: To make a donation towards food, visit: https://iamtheproof.givingfuel.com/feed-a-child-today
