End of 2025 Government Shutdown
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Find Local AssistanceOur 2025 Statewide Food Access Report, The Cost of Hunger in Massachusetts, explores the broader societal impacts of food insecurity.
Learn MoreThis October, gathered for a powerful morning with 300+ leaders united to end hunger for women, children, and families across Eastern Massachusetts.
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.
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Learn MoreOur special events throughout the year raise awareness about hunger in our community, as well as much-needed funding to support our work.
Learn MoreSign up to volunteer at GBFB or your local food pantry to help feed our neighbors in need.
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Through donations of money, time and food, caring people like you help GBFB bring hope, success and dignity to hungry people across Eastern Massachusetts.
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An inside look at GBFB's daily work
Located in Devens, Massachusetts, Loaves & Fishes serves families in the region. Last year, the pantry provided Thanksgiving dinners to 359 families in need.
When Naren heard a segment about the SNAP benefits pause and the urgent need for food in Massachusetts, Naren knew he wanted to help.
GBFB In The News
Recent Media Coverage
Editorial: Massachusetts lawmakers must get serious about costs.
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‘Right on the margins’.
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‘The crisis is not over’: Boston food pantries gear up to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in need.
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Food banks, already strained, brace for prolonged demand.
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Salem Pantry lays out plan for new regional food distribution hub.
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