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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 $1,420 per month per 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

Ozarks Pridefest 2026: Come One, Come All

What: Come One, Come All to Ozarks Pridefest 2026!
W
hen: Saturday, June 13 @ 11:30 AM (Parade) / 12PM – 6PM (Festival)
W
here: Downtown Springfield

Gaming With GLO

What: The GLO Center and Village Meeple are partnering for an afternoon of water-themed gaming! Entry is free by telling the front desk person the secret password: “Splash-tacular”! 
W
hen: Sunday, June 21 @ 11AM – 1PM
W
here: Village Meeple – 1570 E Battlefield Suite F

GLO x Wendy's Fundraiser Day 6/26

What: All day long, Wendy’s at 1723 W Republic Road will donate 30% of qualifying sales to GLO when you show the official fundraiser flyer at checkout. Drive-thru, carry-out, and dine-in orders all qualify. Just bring a paper flyer or show the flyer on your phone when ordering.
W
hen: Friday, June 26 @ 6:30AM – 11:59PM
W
here: 1723 W Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65807