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 Mattapan.

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 Mattapan 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 Mattapan 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 in Mattapan that’s open today: Greater Boston Nazarene Compassion. Ctr.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Mattapan 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)
Shirley's Pantry
7 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

Info
Clothing is available occasionally, diapers are only for the clients
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clients can visit: Once a month
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
This Friday
10:00 am–2:30 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Next Monday
10:00 am–2:30 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Next Wednesday
10:00 am–2:30 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
10:00 am–2:30 pm
every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
213 River Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 534-2032
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul’s Victory Assembly of God
10 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Registration required
On-site registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Mon, March 16th (in 2 weeks)
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Mon, March 23rd (in 3 weeks)
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Monday
Location
870 Cummins Highway
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 296-3037
https://ag.org/About/About-the-AG
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Food pantry (groceries)
Voice of Tabernacle Multiservice Ctr.
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time
Requirements
ID required
Registration required
On-site registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Friday
8:30 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Fri, March 13th (next week)
8:30 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Fri, March 20th (in 2 weeks)
8:30 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
8:30 am
every week on Friday
Location
47-49 Edgewater Drive
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(857) 312-0663
https://voiceofthegospeltabernacle.com/food-pantry/
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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 Mattapan.
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)
Gladtidings House of Prayer for All Nations
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

Info
The organization provides tickets before distribution.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Friday
10:00 am–12:30 pm
Fri, March 13th (next week)
10:00 am–12:30 pm
Fri, March 20th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:30 pm
10:00 am–12:30 pm
every week on Friday
Location
573 Norfolk Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 296-6784
https://www.gtidings.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mattapan Square Farmers Market
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time
Offerings
Free Groceries
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Schedule
This Saturday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Sat, March 14th (next week)
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Sat, March 21st (in 2 weeks)
11:00 am–2:00 pm
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
882 Cummins Highway
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 322-1665
https://www.mattapanfoodandfit.org/food-access
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
YMCA Boston Mobile @ Church of the Holy Spirit
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
To register to attend a Community Cafe Meal Service at site, please call 617-477-6688 or email ethosmeals@ethocare.org
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Call in advance for services
Seniors only
Meals must be eaten on site.
This Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Call in advance for services
Seniors only
Meals must be eaten on site.
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Call in advance for services
Seniors only
Meals must be eaten on site.
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
every month on the 2nd Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
every month on the 4th Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
525 River Street
Southern Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 298-0577
https://www.ethocare.org/services/nutrition/community-cafes/
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Food pantry (groceries)
NHM/Mattapan Mobile Market
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Fri, March 13th (next week)
11:30 am–2:30 pm
Fri, March 27th (in 3 weeks)
11:30 am–2:30 pm
Fri, April 10th (next month)
11:30 am–2:30 pm
11:30 am–2:30 pm
every month on the 2nd Friday
11:30 am–2:30 pm
every month on the 4th Friday
Location
120 Babson Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 916-1883
www.ministryoftruthinternational.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ABCD Mattapan Family Service Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
Info

Heating assistance

Summer walks.
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
Seniors only
Registration required
Proof of household income required
Appointments required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Mon, March 23rd (in 3 weeks)
11:00 am–1:30 pm
Mon, April 27th (next month)
11:00 am–1:30 pm
May 25th is Memorial Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Mon, May 25th (in 2 months)
11:00 am–1:30 pm
11:00 am–1:30 pm
every month on the 4th Monday
Location
535 River Street
Southern Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
(617) 298-2045
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Food pantry (groceries)
CWS/Blue Hill Church of Christ
6 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Thu, March 12th (next week)
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Thu, March 19th (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)
Greater Boston Nazarene Compassion. Ctr.
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
8:00 am–12:00 am
This Friday
8:00 am–12:00 am
Next Wednesday
8:00 am–12:00 am
8:00 am–12:00 am
every week on Wednesday, Friday
Location
130 River Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
directions
Contact
177-484-9615
www.gbncc.org/
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Mattapan 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 Mattapan 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 in Mattapan that’s open today: Greater Boston Nazarene Compassion. Ctr.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Mattapan for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.