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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Ethos Ferrin Café

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.15 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

      • Call in advance for services
      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Map of Ethos Ferrin Café

    Location

    100 Ferrin Street

    Charlestown, MA 02129

    directions

    Contact

    (617) 477-6688

    https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.81 mi


    Info

    They provide general case assistance as well

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
      • People with disabilities
      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries), SNAP/EBT, Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.45 mi


    Info

    Grocery orders can be picked up by appointment only. Grab & Go meals: 11am-3pm in B101, 3-7pm in G-Building Lounge

    Open to students and staff of Bunker Hill Community College only.

    • Requirements

      • Students & staff only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–7:00 pm

    • Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–5:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–7:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Charlestown.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.27 mi


    Info

    • Open to Charlestown Residents
    • The food pantry is located at the back of 49 Vine Street (Parking Lot)
    • Can inquire more on their services on site
    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tue, September 29th (next week)

      2:00 pm–3:30 pm

    • Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–11:30 am

    • Tue, October 27th (next month)

      2:00 pm–3:30 pm

    • 10:00 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

      every month on the last Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.21 mi


    Info

    Food is distributed through the white door on the side of the building.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Next Sunday

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Wed, September 30th (next week)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday, Sunday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.16 mi


    Info

    Call 1-617-568-4845 to get help Or Fill-up form on website: https://www.ebnhc.org/en/services/crwc.html

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      1:30 pm–5:30 pm

    • Thu, October 1st (next week)

      1:30 pm–5:30 pm

    • Thu, October 8th (in 2 weeks)

      1:30 pm–5:30 pm

    • 1:30 pm–5:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.42 mi


    Info

    Serves hot congregate meals to seniors, with coffee available from 10:30 AM and lunch served at 12:00 PM. A separate Meals on Wheels program is also available through the same organization. For more information or to register to attend a Community Cafe near you, please call 617-477-6688 or email ethosmeals@ethocare.org.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      10:30 am–1:00 pm

    • This Friday

      10:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      10:30 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:30 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    1.3 mi


    Info

    Lemontree is working to provide accurate information about this food pantry. Please help us by providing a description of your services, including what makes your pantry unique or what clients should know before visiting.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • This Friday

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tue, September 29th (next week)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Friday

  13. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Charlestown 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.

  14. 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.

  15. 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 Charlestown do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 in Charlestown that’s open today: Ethos Ferrin Café, ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center, DISH Food Pantry at Bunker Hill Community College, Charlestown Health Center Community Fridge, BCYF Paris St.

  18. Where are you located?

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

  19. Can I get a reminder before my visit?

    Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

  20. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Charlestown for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

  21. How do I get help from a real person?

    You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Charlestown, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.