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Emergency Food Programs
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Eligibility |
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Different programs have different eligibility requirements, but a referral is often sufficient. Referrals can come from a health care provider, clinician, advocate, or Project Bread — a Massachusetts-based nonprofit agency. | |
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Call individual programs to check updated and specific eligibility requirements. |
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Cost |
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| 1. | To find a program with a convenient location and hours that match your schedule, call the Project Bread FoodSource Hotline between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday or 8:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at 1-800-645-8333. | |
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Ask the hotline counselor if a referral is needed. |
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What to Bring |
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Proof of address such as a recent bill | |
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Social Security number or some form of identification for all members in your household |
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Referral from health care provider, clinician, advocate, or Project Bread, if the program requires one | |
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Tips |
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Each program varies, so make sure to find out hours and eligibility before you go at the FoodSource Hotline at 1-800-645-8333. | |
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Food Pantries typically accept referrals on a monthly basis. More frequent referrals may be available in times of crisis. | |
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Internet Resources |
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Greater Boston Food Bank | |
| www.gbfb.org | ||
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Project Bread FoodSource Hotline | |
| Information on the FoodSource Hotline, which provides referrals to emergency food programs | ||
| www.projectbread.org/programs02.html | ||