A Beacon of Hope

MESA has proudly served Madison County, Virginia since 1982, providing food pantry services and emergency financial assistance to our neighbors in need.

Normal Hours of Operation

Food Pantry

  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Wednesday Evening6:00 - 7:30 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Client Services

  • Monday10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Our Mission

To serve as a resource for our Madison County neighbors in need.

Our Vision

To build community by empowering neighbors.

Core Values

Community
Compassion
Dependability
Dignity
Empathy
Responsiveness
Volunteers pose for group photo in front of the MESA building.
Soup cans shown to describe a sample of what is available.
Receiving Food Donations
Quilt made for MESA
Carrie set up at Yoder's
Homeschool group volunteer day
Tuesday Pantry Sorting Bakery
Pantry Volunteers
Pancake 2026
Pancake 2026
Lori making pancakes 2026
Mr and Mrs Hall Pancake 2026
Pancake 2026

Food Pantry

MESA's Food Pantry operates multiple days each week, including Saturdays, to assist individuals in our community who need nourishment. We provide nonperishable food, personal hygiene products, and snack bags for children.

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Client Services

MESA offers crisis support through our Client Services program to assist with unforeseen emergencies. Assistance includes support with utility bills, rent or mortgage payments, repairs, and referrals to community programs.

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Community Calendar

Upcoming events and important dates.