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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

Gays Eating Garlic Bread: Part 2: The Sequel

What: This event is free to join and B.Y.O.G.B. (bring your own garlic bread). Experience queer joy and carbs with us! Allies welcome!
When: Saturday, September 19 @ 12PM – 2PM
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here: Phelps Grove Park Pavilion – 950 E Bennett St

Gaming with GLO

What: The GLO Center and Village Meeple are partnering for an afternoon of card games. Entry is free by telling the front desk person the secret password: “Captain Slap Jack”!
When: Sunday, September 20 @ 11AM – 1PM
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here: Village Meeple – 1570 E. Battlefield Suite F.

Make Stuff Monday Sponsored by Arrow Creative Reuse

What: Come get artsy with your community! We will have hoops, floss, cloth, and basic patterns available for people to try cross-stitching! All skill levels are welcome!
When: Monday, September 21 @ 2PM – 6PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St.

PRIDE ON C-STREET

What:The GLO Center is bringing the energy of Ozarks Pridefest to our own front door with the second annual Pride on C-Street – a block-party-meets-street-fair that celebrates the history, heart, and future of our community.
When: Saturday, September 26 @ 11AM – 5PM
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here: Historic C-Street, Springfield, MO