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THE GLO FOOD PANTRY

About Us

GLO Food Pantry aims to bridge the gap in services for food-insecure LGBTQIA+ families, individuals, and children by offering food and other vital items in a safe and affirming environment where safety is of the utmost importance.

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Eligibility

Income Eligibility Guidelines

  • 300% of Federal Poverty Guidelines Effective April 1, 2025

Requirements for the GLO food pantry

  • A resident of SW Missouri
  • Bring income verification for all members of the household. (Form 1040, Pay Stub, Bank Statement, etc)
  • Verification of age (State Issued ID, Passport, Birth certificate, Point of Service ID)
  • Bring a piece of mail less than 30 days old to each visit
  • A self-identified member of the LGBTQ+ population.

 For households larger than 8 people, add $1,344 for each additional member.

Process

Step 1

Consultation

All individuals seeking services will start with an initial consultation to determine eligibility. This interview will take place before the first pick-up.

For more information, visit our Resource Navigation Program tab.

Step 2

Pick Up Items

Once approved, clients will be able to pick-up food items from the pantry 2 times per month: 

  • 1 pick up before the 15th of the month and
  • 1 pick up after the 15th of the month.

The food pantry will be open for pick-up on Wednesdays from 9am to 12pm except for holidays.

Current Offerings

Resource Navigation

A client-centered resource navigation program focusing on LGBTQ+ needs.

Bus Passes

Bus Passes are available to assist clients with transportation to appointments and meetings.

Crisis Cold Weather Shelter

Thursday & Sunday nights, Nov. - Mar. when temps are below 32°.

Translation Services

Our program is pleased to offer Translation Services, including American Sign Language.

Resource Lists

We maintain up-to-date resource lists to share with GLO visitors seeking info on various topics.

Get in Touch

For more information about this program, contact Emilia Stauffer (she/her):

Email

Emilia@glocenter.org

Call

417-860-4368

Location

518 East Commercial St
Springfield, MO 65803

Center Hours

Mon, Thu, Fri: 10am - 4pm Tue, Wed: 10am - 3pm

Upcoming Events

🥞 Pancake Breakfast for GLO Youth Programs

What: We’re raising funds for GLO’s youth group and youth programs! Join us for a pay-what-you-can pancake breakfast (pancakes, sausage, OJ, coffee). Vegan sausage and gluten-free pancakes will be available. Each donation will help fund our biweekly GLO Youth group, our outreach program for LGBTQIA+ people ages 12-17.
The group meets each Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-8 pm at The GLO Center. Dinner is provided and will occasionally provide activities/speakers to help enrich young LGBTQIA+ voices.
W
hen: Saturday, March 14 @ 9AM – 12PM
W
here: The GLO Center

🐈 Gaming with GLO

What: The GLO Center and Village Meeple are partnering for an afternoon of cat-themed gaming. Entry is free by telling the front desk person the secret password: “Fiddywhiskus”!
This all-ages event is open to LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies. Come join us for an afternoon of building community through games!
W
hen: Sunday, March 15 @ 11AM – 1PM
W
here: Village Meeple Boardgame Cafe – 1570 E. Battlefield Suite F