4 Resources
Federal nutrition program providing healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Fathers can apply on behalf of their children at local WIC clinics statewide. Bring photo ID, proof of address, proof of income, and birth records for each child. Central office at the Capitol Complex in Charleston; clinics in all 55 counties with Monday through Friday hours.
304-558-0030 · 350 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301
Free daily meal program at St. John's Episcopal Church in downtown Charleston, serving hot lunches to anyone in need without questions or paperwork. Fathers experiencing food insecurity can walk in during the midday serving window seven days a week. Located on Quarrier Street near Charleston's business district. Donations and volunteers welcome; no ID required to receive a meal at the daily soup-kitchen line.
304-345-7626 · 1105 Quarrier St, Charleston, WV 25301
Soup kitchen and food assistance program for Charleston residents, providing hot meals and community support for people experiencing homelessness or food insecurity. Fathers in need can walk in during the weekday midday serving window. Located on Tennessee Avenue in Charleston. No ID required to receive a meal. Also provides referrals to housing and recovery resources in the Kanawha Valley. Monday through Friday.
304-344-3127 · 609 Tennessee Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
Emergency food assistance delivered through West Virginia's network of community action agencies, each serving a defined county or region. Fathers in need can call the Charleston contact number for a referral to the nearest agency. Bring photo ID, proof of address, and income documentation to intake. Programs often include food boxes, commodity foods, and referrals to pantries. Monday through Friday business hours statewide.
304-347-2277 · Charleston, WV 25301