Food Assistance in Carlisle County, Kentucky: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers
Carlisle County has 4 SNAP-authorized retailers (grocery stores, supermarkets, farmers markets) where SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, and the Feeding America food bank serving the county (Feeding America, Kentucky's Heartland). By USDA store type, the largest groups are grocery store (2) and other SNAP retailers (2). They are spread across 2 cities and towns, with the most in Arlington and Bardwell. In Kentucky, SNAP is administered; see the official Kentucky SNAP page to apply or find an office.
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Food bank serving Carlisle County
Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Carlisle County. Call ahead to ask about pantry locations, hours and what to bring.
Food bank data: Feeding America member network, retrieved 2026-10-18.
SNAP-authorized retailers in Carlisle County
Bardwell Grocery
Grocery storeDollar General 20496
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 7610
Other SNAP retailerHocker's Incorporated
Grocery storeCities in Carlisle County
SNAP Eligibility Quick Reference
A household of 4 in Kentucky can earn up to $3,575/month and receive up to $1,023/month in SNAP benefits. View full Kentucky eligibility table. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page, Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Feeding America lists Feeding America, Kentucky's Heartland as serving Carlisle County. See the contact details above. Food banks supply the local pantries, so calling them is the quickest way to find where to get food today.
This directory lists 4 USDA SNAP-authorized retailers in Carlisle County. The cities with the most are Arlington and Bardwell. Scroll to the retailer list for addresses and directions.
For Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027, USDA FNS lists a maximum gross monthly income of $3,575 (130% of the poverty line) and a maximum monthly benefit of $1,023 for a household of 4 in the 48 contiguous states and DC; Alaska and Hawaii have higher limits. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page.
Contact the regional food bank listed on this page, because food banks supply the pantries in their area. You can also call 211 or use the Feeding America food bank locator. This site does not publish individual pantry hours.