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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

The GLO Market

What: The GLO Market supports local queer-owned businesses and resources. Started in 2023, GLO Markets aim to showcase local talent where patrons can purchase from over 20+ LGBTQIA+ artists, resources, and entrepreneurs.
When: Saturday, August 29 @ 12PM – 4PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

Banned Book Club

What: For September, we will be discussing “The Satanic Verses” by Salman Rushdie. It was published in 1988 and was viewed as blasphemy, leading to a fatwa against Rushdie by the Supreme Leader of Iran, resulting in several assassination attempts.
When: Sunday, September 13 @ 12PM – 1:30PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

GLO Youth to the Zoo

What:This is a free event for youth, and discounted tickets will be available for family members/guardians who wish to tag along. Permission slips are REQUIRED to attend. GLO must receive your signed permission slip by 9/11. 
When: Sunday, September 13 @ 1PM – 3PM
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here: Dickerson Park Zoo – 1401 W Norton Rd, Springfield, MO 65803