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Volunteers Packing Food

Food Pantry

RICAN
We've got your back!

RICan offers programs year round to give you the support and resources you need to get back on your feet. Reach out today & become a member of our extended community.

Visit Us

Guests can visit our food pantry once a week & may also have access to free clothing items. 

Starting Wednesday March 20, the food pantry will be drive-thru only while we undergo updates. 

Programs and Services

Ask about our programs and services when you visit to see how we can best assist you. 

Food Pantry

Kindness Program

Personal Care

Pet Food Assistance
Weekly Food Assistance 
Holiday Programs

Senior Program

Diapers & Infant Food
Hiking Path in Forest
Holding Hands

Special Deals

KINDNESS PROGRAM

Guests may ask for a Kindness Form (financial assistance) when visiting the pantry, it cannot be emailed.  Please see below if you qualify for this program:

 

  • Must be a registered member of RICAN food pantry

  • Should be an active participant of the pantry for at least two months to be eligible to apply for financial assistance through the Kindness Program

  • Be a resident of Washington County (RI)

  • Be able to provide requested documentation

  • Agree that all funds will be submitted directly to the payee

  • Meet with the Kindness Coordinator to discuss request.

 

If you have any questions please email the Kindness Coordinator (kindnessrican@gmail.com) or by phone (401-364-9412*4) for a response within 72 hours.

Boswell Advocates at RICAN

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About:

Representatives from BosWell will be on-site at RICAN during our food distribution shifts each month to connect with our clients and provide information on the many services they offer.

August Dates

Wednesday, August 7th: 9am - 11:30am 
Thursday, August 8th: 9am - 11:30am 
Wednesday, August 21st: 9am - 11:30am 

Thursday, August 22nd: 9am - 11:30am 

Address

805 Alton Carolina Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

​​Call us:

401-364-9412

​Visit us: 

805 Alton Carolina Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

Mailing Address:
PO Box 73, Carolina, RI  02812

Contact us:

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