The Boston Food Pantry is operated by the American Red Cross of Massachusetts. Since 1982, we’ve been on a mission to prioritize low‑barrier access to nutritious food as a foundation for community health and stability across the populations we serve. We recognize that food insecurity affects overall health and can contribute to chronic disease and stress, and we aim to provide consistent access to nutritious food that supports wellbeing. Most of the food distributed is fresh produce, with thoughtful attention to sustainability and the environment; items not suitable for distribution are composted at local farms. [See our Nutrition Policy.]
1033 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
(entrance door is on Proctor Street)
Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9:00am-12:00pm
CSFP distributions are offered in partnership with The Greater Boston Food Bank.
(Senior distributions [CSFP] are for pre-approved individuals)
When picking-up food, people can also visit our onsite Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) kiosk. Apply for or manage benefits (including SNAP, TAFDC, EAEDC). Pantry staff is here to help you!
Volunteers account for most of the peoplepower required for the Boston Food Pantry to service our community. We host volunteer opportunities during morning hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, allowing people to build comradery with each other while addressing the growing problem of food insecurity in our community. For more information about volunteering, please email us: MABostonfoodpantry@redcross.org
