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 in Roxbury.

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 in Roxbury 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 in Roxbury 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Roxbury to see if any are 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 in Roxbury.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Roxbury 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)
Catholic Charities Greater Boston / Yawkey Center
42 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Staff speaks Haitian Creole and Spanish.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
185 Columbia Road
Dudley / Brunswick King, MA 02121
directions
Contact
(617) 506-6600
https://www.ccab.org/basic-needs/food-pantries/
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Food pantry (groceries), Other
Pilgrim Church
13 reviews
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

Info
Free community lunch: Every Saturday from 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Food Pantry:

Free Market: Every Saturday 7AM - 3PM Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (or until food boxes run out) (Start giving numbers at 7am) Please bring documentation of name and address You must bring your own bags (four bags are needed) or a carriage Numbers for getting food are distributed starting at 7:00 a.m.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Saturday
  Other: 7:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every week on Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- Other: 7:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
540 Columbia Road
Dorchester, MA 02125
directions
Contact
(617) 282-0456
www.pilgrimchurch1862.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Holy Tabernacle Church
12 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Fresh produce
  Closed on major holidays
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
- December 26th is Day after Christmas
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Fri, December 26th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Fresh produce
  Closed on major holidays
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
- Fri, January 9th (next month)
  10:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Fresh produce
  Closed on major holidays
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
- 10:00 am
  every 2 weeks on Friday
Location
70 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
directions
Contact
(617) 427-8022
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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 in Roxbury.
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)
St. Katherine Drexel Food Pantry @ Blue Hill Ave
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

Info
If distribution falls on a holiday, please call +1 (617) 445-8915 to notify of your arrival.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, December 30th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:00 am
- Tue, January 27th (next month)
  9:30 am–11:00 am
- Tue, February 24th (in 2 months)
  9:30 am–11:00 am
- 9:30 am–11:00 am
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
517 Blue Hill Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02121
directions
Contact
(617) 445-8915
https://stkdparish.org/outreach/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bethel Tabernacle Pentecostal Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 20th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 17th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, February 21st (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
12 Bicknell Street
Franklin Field North, MA 02121
directions
Contact
(617) 282-5706
https://www.betheltab.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD Roxbury/North Dorchester Neighborhood Opportunity Center
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
Info
Call (617) 442-5900 first to schedule apt. Closed on the Last Wednesday of each month. Closed on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

Offer a wide variety of baby care services

teenage services and care also available

Back to school care for school going kids

Offer food delivery services for seniors every end of the month after they have registered.

cradles to crayons services available

Ask on more services upon arrival
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Completed application
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Baby formula may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
565 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02121
directions
Contact
(617) 442-5900
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Food pantry (groceries)
Berea Church Pantry
7 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

Info
please call Berea Food Pantry at 617-427-2201.Leave your name, phone number and family composition and a food pantry volunteer will return your call
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, December 18th (next week)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, January 1st (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, January 15th (next month)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
108 Seaver Street
Roxbury, MA 02121
directions
Contact
(617) 427-2201
https://www.bereaboston.org/connection
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Mary’s Food Pantry
13 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, December 16th (next week)
  9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, December 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
14 Cushing Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02125
directions
Contact
(617) 282-3181
https://stmarysdorchester.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Boston YMCA Mobile @ Lilia G. Frederick Hub School
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Mobile pantry
  Open to all
Schedule
- This Friday
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- December 26th is Day after Christmas
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Fri, December 26th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, January 9th (next month)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
270 Columbia Road
Dorchester, MA 02121
directions
Contact
https://ymcaboston.org/mobilemarket/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center
8 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating
Info
All clients must make an appointment either online https://salvationarmybostonkroc.simplybook.me/v2/#book or by calling (617) 318-6940.

Appointments are ONCE a month!

Once your appointment time is confirmed, please arrive for your scheduled time.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  Christmas Castle: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Zip codes serve: 02121, 02125, 02127 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 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
- Tue, December 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
650 Dudley Street
Dorchester, MA 02125
directions
Contact
(617) 318-6936
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/boston-kroc/help/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Roxbury 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 in Roxbury 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Roxbury to see if any are 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 in Roxbury.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Roxbury for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.