18 verified pantries across Boston ·
Anyone who's in dire need of food or can't afford groceries on a regular basis is welcome. You'll need to call ahead before your first visit to register for food access services.
This food pantry serves income-eligible residents of Boston and the surrounding area. If you're struggling with hunger or can't afford the groceries you need on a regular basis, you're welcome to visi
The Boston Living Center (BLC) welcomes people living with HIV/AIDS, chronic health conditions, food insecurity, and social isolation. All BLC services, including the food pantry, are free for members
The food pantry is open to anyone who needs help. Boston Rescue Mission serves people who are homeless, at risk of losing their home, or struggling to afford food. Services are open to everyone regard
Brighton Center Community Fridge is open to everyone. No ID, registration, or income verification is needed. Just stop by and take what you need. For the latest updates on what's available, follow the
The East Boston Community Soup Kitchen welcomes anyone in need. It was founded to alleviate hunger and provide vital support to marginalized individuals, and today it serves over 600 people every week
Eastie Farm distributes free food to East Boston community members, with a focus on neighbors facing food insecurity. Anyone in the community can receive free food at distribution events during the gr
Everyone is welcome at Haley House. There are no eligibility requirements and no registration needed to receive a meal or groceries. The doors are open to anyone, whatever their situation.
The Preventive Food Pantry at Boston Medical Center serves low-income BMC patients who have special nutritional needs. You can visit if you've been screened and referred by your BMC primary care provi
The pantry serves South Boston individuals and families who are dealing with hunger. Visitors report that you need to live in South Boston and bring a Massachusetts ID to receive groceries. Emergency
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St. Francis House welcomes everyone in need of a safe space, support, and services. There are no eligibility requirements to come in for a meal or other basic help. You don't need an appointment or an
The Greater Boston Food Bank is a wholesale food bank rather than a walk-in food pantry. That said, they run free Mobile Markets at partner locations across Eastern Massachusetts, serving seniors, vet
The Mary Ann Brett Food Pantry serves individuals and families facing economic hardship who live in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston. If you're in an emergency situation, the pantry will also pro
The Paulist Center Emergency Food Pantry is open to anyone with an immediate, critical need for food. There are no residency requirements or religious requirements. No registration is needed — you can
The Salvation Army at 1500 Washington Street serves anyone in need, including people experiencing poverty and homelessness. The Salvation Army welcomes all people without discrimination based on age,
The Emergency Food Pantry at the Boston Kroc Center serves residents in zip codes 02121, 02125, and 02127, covering the Grove Hall, South Boston, and Upham's Corner neighborhoods. All pantry visits ar
Boston's food pantry network includes the Preventive Food Pantry right inside Boston Medical Center on Harrison Ave, one of the few places in New England where a major hospital runs its own community food program. The Greater Boston Food Bank on S Bay Ave ties the city's network together with a mobile food pantry, SNAP enrollment help, and a reach that covers the whole metro area from Dorchester to Cambridge. We've listed all 18 food pantries in the Boston area with their hours, addresses, and what they carry so you can walk in with confidence.