Pantry Pickup Day – October 2025
Pantry Pickup Day – October 2025
Food for the community, powered by the community.
Join us for Pantry Pickup Day — part of the Muscatine Mobile Food Pantry! In September we served over 500 households, and this month we’re making things even smoother and safer for everyone.
What’s New This Month:
- Registration starts at the Palms Theatre parking lot: Thanks to our new partnership with the Palms Theater, in order to keep people safe and keep moving quickly, we will have you go to the Palms Theatre first to register and sign-in. As space becomes available at Muscatine Church of Christ, volunteers will send you over. Our goal is to prevent the backup on to Mulberry Av.
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Reserve Your Box Online: Guarantee your food box ahead of time and choose a 30-minute pickup slot between 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
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Evening Pickup Available: Perfect for working families and single parents who can’t make it during the day.
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Faster, Safer Experience: Pre-registered guests will use a separate line for quicker service, helping us keep Mulberry Avenue clear and safe.
Still Available:
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First-Come, First-Served Boxes: Starting at 1:30 p.m., for those unable to register online.
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Waiting List: If boxes run out, you can sign up to be notified if an unclaimed box becomes available.
Want to make a difference? We also need volunteers to direct traffic, greet guests, load boxes, and keep everything running smoothly. Whether you’re receiving food or lending a hand, there’s a place for you here.
If you’d like to volunteer, please RSVP below — we can’t wait to serve alongside you!
Have a question? See the FAQs below or contact us at [email protected].
What is a household?
A household means everyone who lives together and shares food.
This includes:
*Adults, children, and seniors living under the same roof
*Family members, roommates, or anyone regularly eating meals together
*People who may not be related but live in the same home and share groceries or meals
It’s not based on who owns the home or who pays the bills—it’s about who eats together and is supported by the same food resources.
Can I pickup for someone else?
Standard Proxy Pickup Policy
- A guest may pick up for ONE additional household (2 total boxes) without prior approval.
- Picking up for more than 2 households (3+ boxes total) requires advance approval from the Mobile Food Pantry Team.
How does the RSVP system work for food and volunteering?
To reserve a food box
You fill out a quick online form to reserve your food box. After submitting, you’ll get an email with a QR code. Bring that code (on your phone or printed) to the pantry on pickup day—starting at 2:30 PM—and we’ll check you in faster.
To Volunteer
Volunteers sign up online by choosing a role and shift time. Once confirmed, you’ll get an email with details about when to arrive and what to expect. This helps us plan ahead and make sure every part of the pantry runs smoothly.
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