Crete’s Little Free Pantries

Take what you need, give what you can.

Supporting Crete with free pantries for people and pets since 2021.

About Us

Crete’s Little Free Pantries began in 2021 as a community project dedicated to offering food, hygiene items, and pet supplies to anyone in need. The Buddy Box, our pet pantry, honors a beloved dog and has become one of our most popular boxes.

Learn more about our story in the news:

Pantry Adds Birthday Supplies

Pet Pantry Honors Buddy

Blessing Box Provides Essentials

Pantries Struggle to Stay Stocked

Find a Pantry

All of our pantries and the Buddy Box are open 24/7 throughout Crete. You can find them near the following intersections.

Mini Food Pantry – Corner of 9th & Forest Ave
Blessing Box – Corner of 8th & Main Ave
Buddy Box (Pet Pantry) – Corner of 8th & Main Ave
Mini Food Pantry – Corner of 12th & Linden Ave

How to Help

For Individuals

Donate food, hygiene items, or pet supplies anytime—our boxes are open 24/7.
Share our posts on Facebook to help spread awareness.
Volunteer to restock boxes or help with community drives.

For Organizations

Host a donation drive to support the pantries or Buddy Box.
Share our mission on your social media or company website.
Contact us to discuss partnerships or sponsorships.

Community Impact

12.3% of Crete residents live below the poverty line.

$47,022 median household income in Crete.

42% of residents identify as Hispanic/Latino.

7.7% of Nebraskans receive SNAP/EBT benefits.

Contact Us

Email: cretelittlefreepantries@gmail.com