Margaret’s Pantry by Providence Ministries
In 1980 Margaret McCleary, at 14, worked at the Mercy Hospital, where she noticed many homeless in starvation. After joining the “Sister of Providence,” Sr. Margaret carried out her vision of giving a warm meal to anyone who needed it, no questions asked. Thus, Kate’s kitchen was opened to serve the most vulnerable individual in the community.
Providence Ministries has become one of the largest non-profit organizations connecting social services in the Pioneer Valley. It provides pantries for three meals and three snacks for four days to those who need them. (PM).
The Providence Ministries serve the people in Holyoke, and communities in Western MA, except for Springfield; however, they serve Springfield residents with emergency needs due to fire or other tragedies.
For more information, contact Brenda Lamagdeleine, Pantry Manager56 Cabot St. Holyoke, MA 01040
413-533-5909 ext. 8.
Visit their Website: https://www.provministries.org/portfolio/margarets-pantry/
Open from Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00. PM.
Pantry Distribution Hours: Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 12:00.
Donations are received from Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 2:00 PM.
Summer Hours: Closed Fridays.
Proof of residence is required. However, you will always be served, even if you don’t have any personal documentation.
Providence Ministries can arrange for those who cannot pick up their food on the established hours by calling their office.
Special arrangements can be made for food pick up outside regular hours of 10:30a-12:00p by calling 413-533-5909.
Margaret’s Pantry. Providence Ministries. (n.d.). https://www.provministries.org/portfolio/margarets-pantry/
Emergency Food Pantry
By Salvation Army Massachusetts Division- Holyoke Corps Community Center
Emergency Food Pantry has been working in favor of the community since 1865. First, it was named the East London Christian Mission, now globally recognized as The Salvation Army.
William Booth, an itinerate pastor, created this organization from a grassroots effort that saw “Lights in darkest England, Security from fire, Fair wages for fair work” (TSA, Motto). He referred to this organization as a volunteer army, ready to serve its neighbors with conviction and without discrimination. The TSA said, “their mission was to help others in Jesus’ name, meeting their physical and spiritual needs” (TSA). Thus, the Salvation Army preserves William Booth’s Army structure, so its Officers and Leaders are appointed pastors.
The Salvation Army Mission is to serve at home and internationally, now serving the most vulnerable people in 130 countries. Thank you, Salvation Army.
Food Pantry in Holyoke
Serves families and independent individuals, disabled veterans, and any underprivileged struggling to meet their ends.
Address:
271 Appleton Street, Holyoke, 4 miles away
413-532-6312
Once a month: Emergency Food Pantry distributes one bag per family containing essential food.
Tuesday and Thursday, at 11:00 AM, Salvation Army distributes vegetables and bread to individuals and families in need.
For more information, contact their nearest location to apply.
Website: Program’s Website
Eligibility:
Salvation Army Holyoke Corps. Feeding our Hungry Neighbors (n.d.). https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/massachusetts/holyoke/https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/massachusetts/holyoke/
The Food Bank of Western, MA.
Reviewed by findhelp, on 04/09/2023, Public Benefit Corporation. The Stop & Shop Family Foundation grants the Mobile Food Bank Program of Western Massachusetts delivers fresh and non-perishable pantry food to a community location for immediate distribution to local residents of that area. The Mobile Food Bank Program (MFB) suggests arriving 10- 15 minutes before the distribution time, and to bring bags or a box to carry out the food.
Please check their and call before picking up your food because the MFB changes its delivery locations continually.
The Mobile Food Bank program has no eligibility requirement, and everyone is welcome to receive fresh, nutritious food.
MFB partnered with Amherst Survival Center & The Boulders 156 Brittany Mnr. Amherst 1st Wed1 – 2 PM.
Language:English
Cost: Free
Next Steps:
Facebook:
Program’s Facebook
Coverage Area:
The Mobile Food Bank Program delivers food in the following counties: Berkshire County, MA; Franklin County, MA. Hampden County, MA, and Hampshire County, MA.
Findhelp, A Public Benefit Corporation Database, gathers primary human resources.
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. (2023, April 21). Mobile
Food Bank | The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts |. https://www.foodbankwma.org/get-help/mobile-food-bank/
Open Pantry Community Services, INC
Emergency Food Pantry in Springfield.
Open Pantry’s Emergency Food Pantry (EFP) has been serving the community of Springfield since 1975, supplying families and independent individuals with groceries.
EFP also has developed a unique food system for seniors, allowing them to select their pantry food on the 3rd Monday of the month without being rushed. Staff members and volunteers are ready to help them with questions, choosing their pantry, and pushing their grocery carts.
In addition, EFP provided help in filling out applications for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and for those who are having trouble claiming this program.
Address:
2460 Main Street in Suite 108 & 108B in the Plaza Del Mercado in Springfield. (413) 737-5353.
EFP Serves the community Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
For more information, also call (413) 737-5354
Emergency Food Pantry. (n.d.). https://www.openpantry.org/emergency-food-pantry.php
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY at St. Mary’s Church of Westfield, MA.
“A Roman Catholic Community Serving God and Neighbor”
St. Vincent De Paul Society at St. Mary’s Church of Westfield has been nursing those struggling with their utilities or who have lost their jobs, offering them contributions to mitigate their suffering.
St. Vincent De Paul Society at St. Mary’s has assisted people with medical emergencies and unexpected circumstances, such as paying for funeral expenses. In addition, St Vicent De Paul has helped people with other emergency bills, for example, paying an overdue bill or rent, as well as preparing them and finding clothes for job interviews.
All this assistance is possible thanks to generous donations from St. Vincent de Paul Society members and volunteers who dedicate their valuable time to serving their neighbors. Thanks to their generosity, St. Vincent De Paul Society can feed the need of people experiencing homelessness, serving them a warm plate at the table and shelter and burying them with dignity and respect when they pass away.
St. Vincent De Paul Society has a mission of compassion and sacrifice for those in need.
For more information about the food pantry, call 413-568-5619, press #1, or visit their website at https://www.stmarysofwestfield.com/st-vincent-de-paul-society
Food Pantry: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
Eligibility: At St. Mary’s Church of Westfield, everyone is eligible regardless of socioeconomic status.
May God Bless you!
ST. Mary’s Parish. A Roman Catholic Community Serving God and Neighbor. ST. Vincent De Paul Society. Westfield, MA. (n.d.). https://www.stmarysofwestfield.com/st-vincent-de-paul-society.
