Food Handling Permits | Voluntary Action Center
Resource Name:Food Handling Permits | Voluntary Action Center
address
1300 Bowling Street, Columbia, MO 65201
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
Website
https://www.vacmo.orgLanguages
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
Voluntary Action Center (VAC) is a local nonprofit responding to the immediate basic needs of individuals and families within our Boone County, Missouri, community.
Services include Food Pantries, Formula/Baby Food, Rent Payment Assistance, Air Conditioners, Fans, Cleaning Products, Clothing Vouchers, Diapers, Work Clothing, Personal/Grooming Supplies, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, 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, and Holiday Adoption Programs.
Last Assured
07/21/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER
Voluntary Action Center (VAC) is a local nonprofit responding to the immediate basic needs of individuals and families within our Boone County, Missouri, community. Services include Food Pantries, Formula/Baby Food, Rent Payment Assistance, Air Conditioners, Fans, Cleaning Products, Clothing Vouchers, Diapers, Work Clothing, Personal/Grooming Supplies, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, 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, and Holiday Adoption Programs.