Food resources during COVID-19

We are providing a way for residents to find open food locations and delivery options during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.

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Resources and information on food access are crucial to residents during this time. We are committed to providing you with help. The Office of Food Access and the Age Strong Commission will be updating this page as new resources become readily available.

August 18, 2021

Published by: Food Access

Have questions? Contact:

food@boston.gov

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Food support for youth

With Boston Public Schools closed to students, we will continue to provide free breakfast and lunch meals to all Boston students.

Visit our school meal sites map to find a location near you.
If you have a special education student who gets door-to-door transportation, email mealdelivery@bostonpublicschools.org.
The Pandemic EBT program helps families to buy food at grocery stores while schools are closed.

Food support for older adults

Food delivery and home-delivered meals (for example, Meals on Wheels) may be an option for individuals age 60 and older who are unable to leave their homes.

Visit our food support map for adults.
See special shopping hours for seniors at grocery stores.
Learn about the Brown Bag program for seniors.
Call 3-1-1 or the Age Strong Commission at 617-635-4366 for more information.

Food support for general public

If you or someone you know needs help accessing food, know that help is available:

For information on accessing SNAP and WIC benefits and visiting food pantries, please connect with Project Bread at 1-800-645-8333.
If you’re homebound due to mobility, illness, or quarantine and cannot access food, connect with the Office of Food Access at 617-635-3717 or food@boston.gov.