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: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/cws-anna-m-cole-community-center">CWS/Anna M Cole Community Center</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/ethos-olmstead-green-caf">Ethos Olmstead Green Café</a>

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 <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army Children's Learning Center
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Zip codes served,02122, 02124, 02126, 02133 Christmas Castle Requirements Your registration will be confirmed once you complete the verification process. Items needed for verification: Birth Certificate of each child (in your household) Financial need (MassHealth Card, WIC, SSI, current pay stub, etc.) Photo ID (for each adult living in the household) Proof of residence (current home, gas, cable, utility bill, etc.) *ALL clients must provide child’s birth certificate, proof of residency, photo ID, proof of financial need. IMPORTANT: HOW TO VERIFY YOUR INFORMATION Email MASHoliday@use.salvationarmy.org OR Contact your local Salvation Army Corps Questions? MASHoliday@use.salvationarmy.org | (339) 502-5885
- Requirements
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Mon, December 8th (in 2 weeks)
  Christmas Castle: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Register between November 18 and December 5, 2025 Qualifying families with children aged 14 and under are invited to register for a scheduled time to receive a food gift card and gifts for each child in the household. Register HERE starting on November 18th!https://app.pantrysoft.com/login/salvationarmy
- Wed, December 10th (in 2 weeks)
  Christmas Castle: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Register between November 18 and December 5, 2025 Qualifying families with children aged 14 and under are invited to register for a scheduled time to receive a food gift card and gifts for each child in the household. Register HERE starting on November 18th!https://app.pantrysoft.com/login/salvationarmy
Location
26 Wales Street
Franklin Field North, MA 02124
directions
Contact
(617) 436-2480
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/massachusetts/boston-holiday-help#Free-Text-Area
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Food pantry (groceries)
COMMUNITY GROWTH CONSULTANT. INC.
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- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No ID is required.
  Open to all
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  CLOSED
- Thu, December 4th (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, December 11th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
713 River Street
Hyde Park, MA 02136
directions
Contact
https://www.instagram.com/p/DPl4raUEXgA/?img_index=1
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Food pantry (groceries)
YMCA Boston/Health Leads
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- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  CLOSED
- Fri, December 5th (next week)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Fri, December 12th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
705 River Street
Hyde Park, MA 02136
directions
Contact
(617) 361-2300
https://www.gbfb.org/need-food/
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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)
HHS/Neponset Health Center Food Pantry
0 reviews
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Info
www.hhsi.us/programs-and-services/food-access/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am
- Tue, December 9th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am
- Tue, December 16th (in 3 weeks)
  8:30 am
- 8:30 am
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 8:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 8:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
10 Minot Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
directions
Contact
(617) 533-2228
https://www.gbfb.org/need-food/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Eglise Baptiste Haitienne
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, December 3rd (next week)
  6:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, December 10th (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 7th (in 2 months)
  6:00 am–12:00 pm
- 6:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 6:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
Location
1 Dix Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
directions
Contact
(617) 287-8351
https://www.leglisebonberger.org/ebhbb/platform8.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
CWS/Blue Hill Church of Christ
3 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  CLOSED
- Thu, December 4th (next week)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Thu, December 11th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
1505 Blue Hill Avenue
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 427-5200
https://www.gbfb.org/need-food/#googtrans(en|en)
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Food pantry (groceries)
CWS/Anna M Cole Community Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  CLOSED
- Wed, December 3rd (next week)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Wed, December 10th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
70 Ames Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
directions
Contact
(617) 427-5200
https://www.gbfb.org/need-food/#googtrans(en|en)
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mattapan Farmer’s Market
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Starts: August 23 Ends: September 27
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Fresh produce
Schedule
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 6th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 13th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
888 Cummins Highway
Southern Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
https://www.vitalcxns.org/nfac
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos BCYF- Mildred
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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
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, December 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
5 Mildred Avenue
Wellington Hill, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Olmstead Green Café
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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
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
Schedule
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Friday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2 Kingbird Road
Dorchester, MA 02124
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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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: CWS/Anna M Cole Community Center, Ethos Olmstead Green Café
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.