Food Programs
- in Massachusetts -

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Massachusetts food programs give free food, low cost food, and information about good nutrition to low-income families, seniors, and other residents. Some of the food programs are government funded, while others are run by non-profit community organizations.

SNAP Food Stamps

The SNAP Food Stamp Program is a government assistance program that helps low-income households pay for food. SNAP food stamps can be used to buy food items in supermarkets, convenience stores, and farmers' markets. Use the online SNAP Food Stamps Eligibility Check to see if you might qualify for benefits.

Meals on Wheels / Dining Centers

Meals on Wheels delivers prepared nutritional meals to homebound seniors age 60 or older. Dining Centers are congregate meal sites where seniors come together to enjoy lunch, conversation, and activities.

Food Pantries / Free Meals

Food pantries are places to go to get free uncooked food to take home. Free meals programs are places to go to eat cooked meals free of charge.

WIC

WIC provides free healthy food to women, infants, and children who are at risk of developing medical or nutritional problems.

Bags of Food / Other Food

Several non-profit organizations offer free or low cost bags of food, baby food and supplies, and other food for Massachusetts residents.

School Meals / Summer Food

School Meals offer free and reduced price school meals and milk to children from low-income families who are enrolled in school. During summer vacation, the Summer Food Program provides free meals for children and teens at parks, schools, community centers, and other approved sites.