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/the-brookline-food-pantry-united-parish-church">The Brookline Food Pantry - United Parish Church</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/ethos-back-of-the-hill-caf">Ethos Back of the Hill Café</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/ethos-veronica-smith-caf">Ethos Veronica Smith Café</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/cambridge-community-center">Cambridge Community Center</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/uscc-st-patrick-s-food-pantry-watertown">USCC/St. Patrick's Food Pantry-Watertown </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)
West End House Boys & Girls Club
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617-320-1531

westendhouse.org

Location Features: Near Public Transit Wheelchair Accessible

Program Overview The West End House distributes roughly 20,000 lbs. of groceries each month to more than 200 families in the Greater Boston Area. Food is distributed 2 times each month (typically on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays) at the West End House Boys and Girls Club.

Programs: Pantry

Program Audience: Open to everyone, with a focus on: Children / Youth, Teenagers / Young Adults

Food Program Features: Curbside Pickup / Drive Through, Lifting / Carrying Assistance, Outdoor Service, Prepared bags (no choice)

Items Offered: Produce, Protein, Shelf Stable / Non-Perishable Goods

Dietary Options Available: Vegetarian

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

**Program Contact

Rob Rhuda 617-921-4330 rrhuda@westendhouse.org

Program Link https://westendhouse.org/food-for-families-program/
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 6th (next week)
  12:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Sat, December 20th (in 3 weeks)
  12:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Sat, January 3rd (in 2 months)
  12:30 pm–3:30 pm
- 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
105 Allston Street
Allston, MA 02134
directions
Contact
(617) 921-4330
https://www.gbfb.org/need-food/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Brookline Food Pantry - United Parish Church
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The Brookline Food Pantry serves any client in need of food assistance that has a Brookline address. New clients can register on site at their first visit. A photo ID and proof of Brookline address is needed to register. Proof of address could be a bank statement, electricity bill, lease, etc. Unfortunately, we are unable to register and provide food to those who do not live in Brookline.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  CLOSED
- Tomorrow
  CLOSED
- Next Wednesday
  2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 10:30 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Friday
- 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
15 Marion Street
Coolidge Corner South Side, MA 02446
directions
Contact
(617) 800-5339
https://brooklinefoodpantry.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Back of the Hill Café
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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.
  Today
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
100 South Huntington Avenue
Mission Hill, MA 02130
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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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!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Out2Brunch @ Goddard Café (LGBTQ)
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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
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Sat, December 20th (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 17th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (in 3 months)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
165 Chestnut Street
Brookline, MA 02445
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ethos Veronica Smith Café
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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
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
Brighton, MA 02135
directions
Contact
(617) 477-6688
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Cambridge Community Center
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- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  1:00 pm
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm
- 1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5 Callender Street
Riverside, MA 02139
directions
Contact
(617) 868-2900
https://www.ceoccambridge.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Belmont Food Pantry
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Serves Belmont residents only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 6th (next week)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Sat, December 20th (in 3 weeks)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Sun, December 28th (next month)
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 8:30 am–9:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 8:30 am–9:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Sunday
Location
455 Concord Avenue
Belmont, MA 02478
directions
Contact
belmontfoodpantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Belmont Church of God Food Pantry
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- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 6th (next week)
  10:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 20th (in 3 weeks)
  10:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 3rd (in 2 months)
  10:30 am–12:00 pm
- 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
25 Marlboro Street
Belmont, MA 02478
directions
Contact
(617) 816-7419
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Food pantry (groceries)
USCC/St. Patrick's Food Pantry-Watertown
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Info
Donations can be dropped off on: Tuesday, Thurday, or Friday from 9 am-12 pm.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  CLOSED
  No ID is required.
- Thu, December 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–11:45 am
  No ID is required.
- Thu, December 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:45 am
  No ID is required.
- 10:00 am–11:45 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
770 Mount Auburn Street
Watertown, MA 02472
directions
Contact
(617) 926-9680
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Food pantry (groceries)
Tifereth Raphael, Inc
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Info
161-738-8554 Ext. 2
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Open to all
- Wed, December 10th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Open to all
- Wed, December 17th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Open to all
- Wed, December 24th (in 4 weeks)
  CLOSED
  Open to all
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
77 Englewood Avenue
Brighton, MA 02135
directions
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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: The Brookline Food Pantry - United Parish Church, Ethos Back of the Hill Café, Ethos Veronica Smith Café, Cambridge Community Center, USCC/St. Patrick's Food Pantry-Watertown
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.