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Food Handling Permits | Voluntary Action Center

403 Vandiver, Suite A, Columbia, MO 65202

Eligibility
  • Must have new employment
  • Before first paycheck only
  • Must show proof of passing online exam score
  • Be employed and require a food handler card.
  • Individuals reimbursed by their employer do not qualify.
  • Must be a Boone County, Missouri resident.
  • Federal income guidelines must apply
Required documents
No Documentation Required
Hours
  • Mon and Fri- 9:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 4:00pm
  • Call for appointment
573-874-2273
Voice·

Main

573-874-9172
Fax·

Fax

Languages
English
Application process
  • New clients must complete intake over the phone or in person
  • Returning clients must complete annual recertification.
  • It is preferred that you call to confirm eligibility and availability of services.
Fees
No Fees
Service area
Boone County in Missouri
VAC responds to the immediate basic needs of individuals and families, from birth to any given age, currently housed or experiencing homelessness, within our Boone County, Missouri community. Services include Food Pantries, Formula/Baby Food, Summer Food Service Programs, Homeless Motel Voucher, Rent Payment Assistance, Air Conditioners, Fans, Cleaning Products, Computer Distribution Programs, Clothing Vouchers, Diapers, Winter Clothing, Work Clothing, Personal/Grooming Supplies, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Bus Fare, Gas Money, Food Handling Permits, Birth Certificate Fee Payment Assistance, Driver License Fee Payment Assistance, Identification Card Fee Payment Assistance, School Supplies, Child Passenger Safety Seats, Glasses/Contact Lenses, Prescription Expense Assistance, Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance, and Holiday Adoption Programs.
Last Assured
03/04/2025
Data provided by
United Way of Greater Kansas City 211
Providing organization
VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER
VAC responds to the immediate basic needs of individuals and families, from birth to any given age, currently housed or experiencing homelessness, within our Boone County, Missouri community. Services include Food Pantries, Formula/Baby Food, Summer Food Service Programs, Homeless Motel Voucher, Rent Payment Assistance, Air Conditioners, Fans, Cleaning Products, Computer Distribution Programs, Clothing Vouchers, Diapers, Winter Clothing, Work Clothing, Personal/Grooming Supplies, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Bus Fare, Gas Money, Food Handling Permits, Birth Certificate Fee Payment Assistance, Driver License Fee Payment Assistance, Identification Card Fee Payment Assistance, Education Related Fee Payment Assistance, School Supplies, Child Passenger Safety Se ALSO KNOWN AS VAC