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.
We have a vision to lead our community in pursuing bold, yet thoughtful anti-hunger policy solutions, empowering our Eastern MA community to become advocates.
Learn MoreLatest GBFB report reveals high levels of food insecurity across the state, and new data on LGBTQ+, college students, and other vulnerable populations.
Read The ReportSearch by zip code to access food for you and your family. Plus find SNAP assistance and FAQs.
Get Food Assistance in Your CommunityHELP 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 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.
Get InvolvedThe 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.
Stories of Hope
87 million healthy meals provided.
Our Results
Our partnerships are vital to our mission.
Corporate EngagementOur Blog
An inside look at GBFB's daily work
Every month, Lawrence residents select fresh fruits, vegetables, and other nutritious ingredients from GBFB’s mobile market.
Donnette McManus is empowering others to take action against hunger. Every week, she and her children volunteer to fill bags of food for their neighbors at the Catholic Charities food pantry...
GBFB In The News
Recent Media Coverage
September 16: Hoodline
Boston Council Proclaims September as Hunger Action Month to Combat Food Insecurity
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September 16: Boston Magazine
News Bites: Tree House Brewing Opens a Boston Shop
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August 13: BostonChefs.com
Taste of the Food Bank
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August 11: Boston Herald
Gallery: September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
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August 11: WCVB-TV
Volunteers pack meals for Greater Boston Food Bank on Sept. 11
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