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The following information is helpful to hunger-relief agencies within The Greater Boston Food Bank's distribution network.
Times of operation
The Boston warehouse shipping hours are:
Monday — 9:00 a.m. to 3:40 p.m.
Tuesday through Friday — 8:20 a.m. to 3:40 p.m.
Boston office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Satellite distribution times vary. Locations are in Harwich, Natick, New Bedford, Middleboro, Salem and Taunton.
All holidays and closed days will be listed on the Message Board section on the online ordering home page.
USDA's Emergency Food Assistance Program
The Food Bank has contracted with the Massachusetts Department of Education to assume the monitoring and application process for USDA commodities. Download information about qualification and updated eligibility guidelines.
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USDA Annual Reconciliation form
Download the Annual Reconciliation form needed for the USDA's Emergency Food Assistance Program.
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Glossary of Food Bank terms
Confused by all the different terms used in the hunger-relief sector? Download a glossary of terms.
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Grant Writing Resources
Whether you are looking for funding and not sure where to start or just looking for a few tips, there are some great resources out there to tap into. Download the attached document for resources to help you refine your grant writing skills, and find funding opportunities.
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Massachusetts Emergency Food Assistance Program
MEFAP is a state funded program that The Greater Boston Food Bank uses to purchase foods that are distributed free to all eligible emergency food providers on an "agency choice" basis and to sponsor nutrition education initiatives. The MEFAP program is a supplementary food assistance program in nature and is not intended to cover all needs of an agency.
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Snow Emergency Plan for Member Agencies
Find out what to do if there is a snow storm on a regular business day, Monday through Friday.
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Accounting Procedures for Member Agencies
Learn about The Food Bank's accounting policies and procedures.
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