Families in our community have been impacted by the government shutdown in a variety of ways. If you have been affected by recent changes and are in need of assistance please explore the resources listed below or reach out to your child's school social worker. We would love to help connect you with available resources in our community. 

Visit Illinois Application for Benefits Eligibility page to manage or apply for benefits. For the latest information on SNAP payments and distribution, please visit snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov. This site also has links to community resources, through their Food Connections link. 

If your income has changed due to the shut down or for any other reason, you may now qualify for free or reduced price meals. Fill out an application here (scroll to the bottom for eligibility requirements and the application). Please print and turn in applications to Ruth Mason- Cafeteria Director at Rogers Elementary School - 200 N Rogers Street - Waterloo, Illinois, 62298.

338 Covington Drive

Waterloo IL, 62298

Phone: (618) 939-7116

Hours: Thursdays 10am-12:30pm

9273 Coach Stop Road

Columbia, IL 62236

Phone: (618) 939-9089

Hours: Fridays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

227 Goodhaven Street

Columbia IL, 62236

Phone: (618)281-4600

Hours: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month 1:30pm-3pm

2nd Wednesday of the month 4:00-5:30

217 West Mill St. 

Waterloo, IL 62298 

Phone: (618) 939-8900

Website: https://www.monroecountyhns.org

Additional services can be found through the St. Louis Area Foodbank.

Waterloo would not be what it is today without the support of our community. All of the food pantries in the area are accepting donations and would welcome your support. If you are able please contribute to the food drives at your child’s school. Each food drive is benefitting local food pantries.