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.
Celebrating a birthday or graduation? Set up a peer-to-peer fundraiser to bring attention to the issue of hunger.
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. 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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90 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
‘Retail food recovery’ has become a critical strategy for addressing hunger and reducing waste.
Ira and Julie Sperling of South Boston have given their time to GBFB for nearly seven years.
GBFB In The News
Recent Media Coverage
January 29: Boston Globe
“In the fight against hunger, a little celebrity goes a long way. Thirty-one seconds of Joe Burrow’s Heisman speech made the perfect example.
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January 26: State House News Service
State Legislature’s Food Caucus gearing up for push to fight hunger
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January 25: Massterlist
Starving for Solutions
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January 14: Boston Globe
In a tight labor market, nonprofits are losing out
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December 31: Sun Chronicle
In Attleboro, a small food pantry helps to keep food on hundreds of tables
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