You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything that’s open today: Northeastern Mutual Aid Community Fridge

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Fenway Cares East
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.57 mi
Info
Apply for delivery online at https://fenwaycommunitycenter.org/request-a-delivery/

You are advised to arrive a little early to make sure you are in the line for the food.

Delivery is limited to home bound individuals including seniors, the disabled etc who are unable to make it to the food pantry location.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
Schedule
- Wed, January 28th (in 2 weeks)
  3:30 pm
- Wed, February 11th (in 4 weeks)
  3:30 pm
- Wed, February 25th (next month)
  3:30 pm
- 3:30 pm
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
39 Edgerly Road
Fenway–Kenmore, MA 02115
directions
Contact
(857) 246-9053
https://fenwaycommunitycenter.org/food-distributions/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other material needs
Friday Night Supper Program, Inc.
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.45 mi
Info
We are open every Friday from 5:00–7:00 PM for a sit-down, restaurant-style dinner. To-go meals are also available for guests who prefer them. On the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month, we additionally offer clothing and toiletry items
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Fri, January 23rd (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Fri, January 23rd (next week)
  Other material needs: 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
  Clothing and hygiene items may be available
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- Other material needs: 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- Other material needs: 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
351 Boylston Street
Back Bay, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 221-6402
www.fridaynightsupper.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Haley House Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.57 mi
Info
Tickets Distributed at 7am
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am
- Thu, January 22nd (next week)
  10:00 am
- Thu, January 29th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
23 Dartmouth Street
South End, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 236-8132
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How do I get food?
You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.
Can someone deliver the food to my house?
Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options.
What do I have to bring?
Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Boston Living Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

0.38 mi
Info
Food Pantry is available every 2nd and 4th Thursday/Friday of the month. First come, first served basis.

Open to all members. Application may be done through appointments. Must pass the intake to become a member.

On-the-go meals (dry meals like bagel) available every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Full-service (hot meals like French toast, eggs, proteins, etc.) available every Wednesday. Lunch leftovers available starting at 12:00PM-1:30PM.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Offers job training/assistance
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Members Only
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Members Only
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Members Only
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
29 Stanhope Street
Back Bay, MA 02116
directions
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Francis House
7 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.84 mi
Info
Sign up at the Counseling Desk in the St. Francis House Day Care
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  every day
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every day
Location
39 Boylston Street
Downtown, MA 02116
directions
Contact
(617) 457-1007
https://projectbread.org/news/find-a-free-meal-in-massachusetts-during-the-holiday-season
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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD South End Neighborhood Service Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.66 mi
Info
Must provide photo ID, ID for all members of the household, a copy of the lease, proof of address, and proof of income. Maybe closed on holidays, but that will be determined since they are by appointment.

Call (617) 267-7400 to make an appointment.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  ID required for all members of the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Friday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
554 Columbus Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 267-7400
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos TDC/Wellington Café
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.61 mi
Info
For more information or to register to attend a Community Cafe near you, please call 617-477-6688 or email ethosmeals@ethocare.org
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Pre-registration required by phone
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
23 Wellington Street
South End, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Torre Unidad/Unity Tower Café
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.71 mi
Info
For more information or to register to attend a Community Cafe near you, please call 617-477-6688 or email ethosmeals@ethocare.org.
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Pre-registration required by phone
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Friday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
80 West Dedham Street
South End, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Food pantry (groceries)
People’s Baptist Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.87 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Wed, February 4th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Wed, February 18th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
134 Camden Street
Roxbury, MA 02118
directions
Contact
(617) 427-0424
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Community fridge
Northeastern Mutual Aid Community Fridge
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
- Info
  Open 24/7! Free, outdoor community fridge/pantry operated by local volunteers.
Schedule
- Open now!
  Community fridge: 12:00 am–12:59 am
- This Friday
  Community fridge: 12:00 am–12:59 am
- Next Sunday
  Community fridge: 12:00 am–12:59 am
- January 20th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Tuesday
  Community fridge: 12:00 am–12:59 am
- Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location
70 Saint Stephen Street
Fenway–Kenmore, MA 02115
directions
Contact
(617) 936-8807
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.
What kind of food do they have?
Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Do they have vegetables?
Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
Do they have meat?
Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Any pantries open today?
If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything that’s open today: Northeastern Mutual Aid Community Fridge
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.