a client-choice food pantry
Open Hours
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Thursdays: 3:30 PM-7:30 PM
Shop before or after SENT appointments.
"Hunger is not a problem. It is an obscenity. How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world."
- Anne Frank -
Fresh Produce, Pantry Staples, and More
Partnering with Harvesters, a leading food bank, and other local organizations, we offer a diverse array of options, including:
Fresh Produce
Dairy Products
Eggs
Meat
Hygiene & Cleaning Products
Non-Perishable Pantry Items
**Available Products Will Vary**
We want our neighbors to have an experience as close as possible to shopping at a grocery store — because every person who walks through our doors has infinite value, dignity, and worth.
Client Choice Empowerment
The Southside Filling Station isn't your typical food pantry.
We believe in empowering residents with dignity and respect. Through our innovative Client Choice model, you'll be able to select a variety of high-quality food items tailored to your household's needs and preferences once a month.
Not only are we offering a client choice model, but we’re also focusing on connecting clients to other resources their families might need. We have a team of case managers focused on helping clients access the resources they may be eligible for.
"A food pantry is more than a source of nourishment; it is a cornerstone of community support, ensuring that no one goes hungry while fostering compassion and hope among neighbors in need. A client choice pantry goes one step further, empowering individuals by providing them the dignity to select the foods that best meet their needs and preferences." - Jay Dee Rice
What Makes the Southside Filling Station Different
No proof of income required
No limit on monthly visits
Active Neighbor Advocacy integrated with your visit
Discount massage therapy available on Wednesdays
Medical services available onsite through the Southside Wellness Clinic
Trauma-informed occupational therapy available through Pediatric Connections on Tuesdays
We believe in meeting people with dignity and joy—right where they are.
Addressing Food Insecurity in Hi-Crest
The results of a recent Health Ratings report for Shawnee County highlight the need for initiatives like the Southside Filling Station. With rising poverty rates, limited access to education and childcare, and financial hardships, it's clear that our community needs support now more than ever.
These statistics underscore the importance of food security and access to healthy choices.
15% of adults report fair or poor health.
Adults reported experiencing poor physical health for an average of 3.4 days in the past month.
8% of babies are born with low birth weights.
"Hunger is not a problem. It is an obscenity. How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world."
- Anne Frank -
Together, we can make a difference!
Food is more than fuel—it’s a foundation for dignity, community, and health.
Collaboration for a Healthier Community
SENT, Inc. is deeply committed to building a stronger, healthier community for all. We are dedicated to collaboration, inclusivity, and results-driven action. We've partnered with organizations like:
