Food Assistance in Bates County, Missouri: Food Banks & SNAP Retailers
Bates County has 8 SNAP-authorized retailers (grocery stores, supermarkets, farmers markets) where SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted, and the Feeding America food bank serving the county (Harvesters - The Community Food Network). By USDA store type, the largest groups are other SNAP retailers (4), supermarket (2), and specialty store (1). They are spread across 4 cities and towns, with the most in Butler, Adrian, and Rich Hill. In Missouri, SNAP is administered; see the official Missouri SNAP page to apply or find an office.
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8
SNAP-authorized retailers
1
Food banks serving this county
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Cities
Food bank serving Bates County
Feeding America lists this food bank as serving Bates 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 Bates County
Dollar General 12723
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 6947
Other SNAP retailerDollar General 850
Other SNAP retailerDollar Tree 8328
Other SNAP retailerFood Fair Supermarket
SupermarketMcbee's General Store
Specialty storeWalmart Sc 888
Super storeYoss Thriftway
SupermarketCities in Bates County
Adrian
Amsterdam
Butler
Rich Hill
SNAP Eligibility Quick Reference
A household of 4 in Missouri can earn up to $3,575/month and receive up to $1,023/month in SNAP benefits. View full Missouri eligibility table. Source: USDA SNAP eligibility page, Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 30, 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Feeding America lists Harvesters - The Community Food Network as serving Bates 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 8 USDA SNAP-authorized retailers in Bates County. The cities with the most are Butler, Adrian, and Rich Hill. 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.