Our Mission: End Hunger Here
The Greater Boston Food Bank works passionately to end hunger across Eastern Massachusetts by providing our neighbors in need the healthy food and resources they need to thrive.
Latest GBFB report reveals increased food insecurity across state, and new data on LGBTQ+ and other vulnerable communities.
Read NEW reportSearch by zip code to access food for you and your family. Plus find SNAP assistance and FAQs.
Get food assistance in your communityWhether you want to honor someone special or make a planned gift, there are several ways to support a hungry neighbor in need.
Learn MoreHELP US MEET THE HISTORIC NEED
As the demand for healthy food remains high, we remain committed to our mission to End Hunger Here. Below are different ways you can support a neighbor in need.
The Stop Hunger Now charity license plate helps Boston Medical Center and GBFB, in partnership with Citizens, address hunger in our communities.
Learn MoreE-Cards are a great way to send a thoughtful message to a loved one while helping our food insecure neighbors.
Learn MoreYou may be able to double your gift to GBFB in just a few steps. Find out if your employer has a matching gifts program today.
Learn MoreThe Impact We Make Together
Through donations of money, time and food, caring people like you help GBFB bring hope, success and dignity to hungry people across Eastern Massachusetts.
See the stories of hope you help create.
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96 million healthy meals provided.
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Our partnerships are vital to our mission.
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An inside look at GBFB's daily work
MathWorks will match up to $1M in donations, which will provide healthy meals to students and families facing hunger so they can continue to grow, learn and thrive.
Long time volunteer, donor and board member Ted Truscott is passionate about helping to provide food to people facing hunger, but also about finding solutions.
GBFB In The News
Recent Media Coverage
June 30: Franklin Matters
Franklin food pantry awarded community investment grant from GBFB
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June 20: WBUR
A nonprofit farm in Mass. hopes to address hunger at its root
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June 17: WCVB TV
Editorial: Fighting Food Insecurity
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June 15: CSPAN House of Representatives
Ayanna Pressley renews call for extension of school meal flexibilities with food insecurity rising
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June 14: Cape Cod Times
Food pantries increase services, clientele as inflation takes bigger bite of budgets
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