Food insecurity is defined by the USDA as “the limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate and safe foods.” 1 in 5 individuals (20.8%) in Socorro County are food-insecure. Food insecurity can negatively impact the health and well-being of individuals, households, and communities.

Check out our Socorro County Food Resource Guide to find resources in your community and receive assistance with obtaining food for you and your household.

Food Assistance Programs

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Provides financial assistance to eligible New Mexicans with low income and limited resources to purchase food products. Learn more about the SNAP program, check eligibility guidelines, and apply online at www.yes.state.nm.us

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and community connections for eligible low-income pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women, infants, and young children. Learn more about the WIC program, check eligibility guidelines, and apply online at www.nmwic.org

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Provides benefits up to $50 for eligible senior adults who live in New Mexico to purchase fresh, locally-grown produce from participating farmers markets. Learn more about the SFMNP program, check eligibility guidelines, and apply online at www.nmwic.org/farmers-market-nutrition/fmnp-seniors/

Food Pantry Distributions

Socorro Storehouse Food Distribution
519 S. Hwy 85, Socorro NM 87801
Thursday 12 – 3pm
575-835-2079
Bring your photo ID and the names and birthdates of household members.

Magdalena Samaritan Food Pantry
102 S. Main St. Magdalena, NM 87825
Monday & Tuesday, 10am – 2pm
Saturday 10am – 12pm
505-854-2044

Alamo Food Runner Distribution
Alamo Community Wellness Center
29 Hwy 169, Alamo NM 87825
3rd Tuesday of each month, 11AM-1PM
575-854-2642

Veguita RoadRunner Food Distribution
La Promesa Elementary School
898 Hwy 304, Veguita NM 87062
2nd Wednesday of each month
1:30PM, 505-966-2410
Only available to households of students attending the school.

New Mexico Tech Miner’s Food Pantry
NMT Campus, Fidel Center Rm. 326
801 Leroy Pl., Socorro, NM 87801
Monday – Friday, 2pm – 5pm
505-835-5060.
Only available to NMT students. Complete the intake survey: www.nmt.edu/studentaffairs