Western Tidewater Branch

The Foodbank’s Western Tidewater Branch, located at 618 South Street in Franklin, was established to provide enhanced services to the region and target families facing food insecurity in these rural communities. The nearly 17,000-square-foot building houses a fully equipped warehouse featuring walk-in refrigerators and freezers, and dry storage capacity that can accommodate up to 96,000 pounds of dry, shelf-stable foods. The facility also has numerous classrooms and meeting spaces, plus a computer lab to support programs designed to address the root causes of food insecurity.

At the Western Tidewater Branch, we take pride in our 618 Marketplace where individuals can partake in a client-choice shopping experience. Emulating a farmers market-style setting, this space offers dairy, meat, and fresh produce, allowing our neighbors to shop with dignity and choice.