Food Insecurity
SNAP Benefits (Food Stamps): If you are having difficulty buying food, you may qualify for SNAP benefits, also known as food stamps. Offices are now open for in-person visits with limited capacity, but the fastest way to apply is through an online application. Locations of offices and phone lines can be found on the Department of Transitional Assistance website. You can also check your eligibility through this 10 second quiz.
A new SNAP Response Hub webpage is now live, featuring a municipal-level map showing the impact of SNAP across Massachusetts, information on where residents can access food assistance, and ways community members and businesses can contribute.
Residents in need of food assistance can contact Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline at (800) 645-8333, visit their regional food bank to find local pantries, or check the DTA website for the latest and most accurate information on available resources.
District Food Banks
Please consult the list below for local food banks. If you are not a constituent but are seeking food, you may consult Project Bread to find food banks closest to you.
Bellingham
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Saint Blaise Catholic Church/Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry (1158 Main Street)
Dover
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A Place to Turn Food Pantry (99 Hartford St. Natick)
Franklin
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Franklin Food Pantry (43 West Central St.)
Open: Tue/Th/Fri (limited delivery available); (508)528-3115
Medfield
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Medfield Food Cupboard (93 West Street, Suite A10)
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A Place to Turn Food Pantry Programs (99 Hartford Street)
Milford
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Daily Bread Food Pantry (21 Exchange Street)
Millis
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Millis Ecumenical Food Pantry (142 Exchange Street)
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A Place to Turn Food Pantry (99 Hartford Street)
Needham
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Needham Community Council/Food Pantry (570 Hillside Avenue)
Norfolk
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Emmanuel Baptist Church/Food Pantry (63 Rockwood Road)
Plainville
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United Methodist Church/Food Pantry (16 East Bacon Street)
Wrentham
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Wrentham Food Pantry (Corner of 140 and 1A)