Food Pantries
Emergency Food Assistance
If you or your family lack food, visit the closest pantry. Get the help you need to feed your loved ones.
When possible, we request that you bring with you:
- Name and address, such as from a bill, bank statement, driver’s license, or lease.
- Name and date of birth of additional household members, such as shown on an insurance card.
Notice: All pantries will be closed on 9/25/23
| Location | Address | Hours of Operation | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brockton | 169 Court Street Brockton, MA 02302 | M - W: 10 am - 11:45 am / 1 - 2:25 pm F: 10 am - 12:45pm | 508-587-0815 |
| Dorchester | Yawkey Center 185 Columbia Road Dorchester, MA 02121 | M, W, F: 9 am - 12 pm/ 1 pm -3 pm Tu: 1 pm - 3 pm | 617-506-6600 |
| Lowell | Merrimack Valley 70 Lawrence Street Lowell, MA 01852 | M - Th: 1 pm - 3:30 pm | 978-454-9946 |
| Lynn | 8 Silsbee Street Lynn, MA 01901 | Mon and Wed: 9 am - 3 pm F: 9 am - 12 pm | 617-451-7999 |
| Somerville | 270 Washington Street Somerville, MA 02143 | Temporarily closed. Please check back. | 617-625-1920 |
| South End | Union Park Street at 1400 Washington Street | Tu: 10 am - 12 pm |
SNAP
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is a nutritional program to help stretch your food budget. We can help you complete your SNAP application or recertification. Call 617-506-6628 to set an appointment.
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Holiday Assistance
Families unable to afford meals for Thanksgiving or other holidays may receive food packages for their household. Call your local Catholic Charities food pantry location for more information.
