How We Help
We believe everyone deserves the chance to lead a healthy and productive life. At Barnabas Center, we serve as a hope delivery system. We offer nutrition services, empowerment programs and health care that provide practical support. We also pair those services with the encouragement and caring people need to overcome challenges and achieve stability.
We combat hunger throughout Nassau County, helping food-insecure individuals and families fill the gaps through our food pantry and food distribution events. Read More
We offer compassionate, comprehensive medical and dental care at little or no cost, as well as health education, to ensure our community stays strong. Read More
Barnabas Center helps members of our community that have encountered bumps in the road regain their footing by providing temporary financial assistance, transportation support and financial education. Read More
Get Help
If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to Barnabas Center today– because everyone deserves a helping hand during tough times.
Bid Online: EMPTY BOWLS 2025 Marketplace
As part of the Empty Bowls event, the online auction is now open. You can bid on beautifully crafted bowls and art pieces that showcase the talent of local artists, community members, and a local celebrity. Each bowl represents a commitment to fighting food insecurity in our community, with all proceeds directly supporting our neighbors in need. Bid often, the auction ends on December 1.
Our Impact
Barnabas Center helps thousands of people overcome life’s challenges by providing critical health care, food relief, crisis support and more. Here’s what we achieved in fiscal year 2023-2024:
Upcoming Events
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
Join us as we celebrate growth, community, and hope at the Seeds of Hope Community Garden Party!
Enjoy an evening surrounded by the beauty of nature, with delicious refreshments and great company.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Remarks: 5 p.m.
Remarks by Dr. Shirley Jones, MD, Barnabas Center Medical Director
Guests will enjoy highlights and reflections from her book: Transition: A Transformational Approach to Eating by Going Back to the Roots
Location:
Barnabas Center: Seeds of Hope Community Garden
RSVP to Barb Decker at bdecker@barnabasnassau.org
Barnabas Center is excited to be part of the 2026 Shrimp Festival Parade, and we’d love for you to walk with us!
Date: Thursday, April 30th
Theme: Stars and Shrimps Forever!
Parade Lineup: 5:30 p.m. at Atlantic Park, 1200 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Attire: Barnabas T-shirt and patriotic accessories
If you need a Barnabas Center t-shirt, please let Trish Thompson know at pthompson@barnabasnassau.org by April 27th
Note: You must be a registered Barnabas Center volunteer to participate in this activity. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
Ways to Help
Your generosity is the key to supporting neighbors in need across Nassau County. Please consider making a financial contribution or providing food to stock our pantry.
Volunteering with Barnabas Center is a wonderful way to make a positive impact in your community. Whether you volunteer with our food program, at our New to You Resale Store or at our medical offices, get involved today!
Help Your Neighbors
Donate to Barnabas Center to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community.
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Get Help
Everyone needs help sometimes. Whether you’re facing a dental emergency, struggling to put food on the table this month or need assistance with obtaining a new driver’s license, we are here with open hearts and helping hands.
We’re fighting community hunger with nutrition services that include access to our food pantry, meal packs for children and mobile food distributions. Our empowerment programs offer everything from financial assistance for those in crisis, to transportation support, to budgeting and financial education. And because everyone deserves access to quality health care, you can turn to our health services programs for free or low-cost medical or dental care.
Barnabas Center in Action
Discover the inspiring work happening in our community by exploring our blogs. You’ll find stories of hope, resilience and the positive impact we’re making together.
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