For Families

FAMILY Movement (info@FamilyMovement.com)- serves primarily Dorchester residents and youth, but open to working with any Boston local individuals, children or families. Their services equip people to succeed by building a learning toolkit for mental stability, physical awareness, education, financial growth and workforce development. 

Madison Park Development Corporation (617-541-3900)-A leading developer of affordable housing and one of the largest community development corporations in Massachusetts. We take a multi-dimensional approach to community development by offering impactful programming for youth development, health and community wellness, public safety, resident leadership, civic engagement, and arts & culture.

Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción, IBA (617-927-1707)- IBA empowers individuals and families to improve their lives and achieve socio-economic mobility through high-quality affordable housing, education, financial and resident empowerment and arts programs.

Children's Services of Roxbury - wraparound services for children and families that include family shelter, behavioral health services, intensive foster care and family services, early education, and youth development. 

• • Catholic Charities Boston (617-464-8500)- Our services are open to all, regardless of faith or circumstance. We are a solutions provider for urgent needs within our communities and empower individuals and families to find lasting stability through affordable childcare, education, and job training programs.

  • Fresh Truck -  nonprofit on a mission to strengthen communities by getting healthy food to the households that need it most. Our mobile markets bring affordable, healthy food closer to low-income neighborhoods throughout Boston. We work to make real change through advocacy and supporting our shoppers to access resources.

  • Greater Boston Food Bank

  • Red Cross Food Pantry on Proctor St

  • Boston “Find Your Food Pantry” Tool

  • ABCD Boston Food Access Centers

  • Catholic Charities Food Pantries

  • Food Resource Map by Neighborhood

  • Year-Round Food Access Programs

  • NFAC Food Resource Guide - see what free and low-cost food resources are located near you. Available in: Spanish, Haitian Creole, Vietnamese, and Cape Verdean Creole.

  • Vital CxNs Weekly Resource Newsletter - contains community resources, such as food, mental health, immigration, clothing, and other basic needs.

  • Food Distribution Programs with NO ID Required:

    • • Hyde Park Food Pop Up - Food distributions every other Friday at different locations in and around Hyde Park

        • • Usually 12pm-1pm, but timing may change based on location

      • FAVOR - every Friday (2 locations)

        • • Washington Beech food distribution (3-3:30pm)

          • Archdale food distribution (2:30-3pm)

      • Panlyfe 333

        • • Food distribution every Saturday (1-2pm)

          • Address: 30 Edgewater Drive Mattapan, MA 02126

      • Helping Plates

        • • Food distribution every Sunday (12:30-1pm)

          • Mt Olive Community Center: 1283 Hyde Park Ave, Hyde Park

      • Roslindale Food Collective

        • • 1195 Centre Street, West Roxbury

          • Food distribution every Sunday (3-3:30pm)

Family Van - Since 1992, The Family Van has improved healthcare access by partnering with underserved Boston communities. On the van, our team of community health workers provides free health screenings, education, and community referrals. Accompanied by students and volunteers, we foster client-centered, empathetic, and compassionate care.

Haley House (617-236-8132)- Haley House uses food with purpose and the power of community to break down barriers between people, empower individuals, and strengthen neighborhoods.  We believe in radical solutions: solving problems at their root by challenging attitudes that perpetuate suffering and building alternative models. 

Boston Centers for Youth and Families - BCYF's mission is to strengthen Boston youth and families in their pursuit of success through meaningful relationships, essential programs, and vital community resources.

Bridge Of Boston Community Works (617-308-0118)- Our mission is to empower underserved and minority communities by bridging them with equitable access to education, wellness, and career resources. We strengthen social capital by fostering collaboration among families, youth, seniors, and community partners, while promoting self-advocacy and resilience.

• • Massachusetts Association of Haitian Parents (617-308-0118)- collaboration of current local, regional organizations and community stakeholders with a focus of: Parent Advocacy,  Native-language Instruction, Serving Students, Educational Justice

  • LUCE Immigrant Justice Network of MA (617-370-5023)- We are a coalition of immigrant-led, grassroots organizations who build people power for everyone across Massachusetts. We move grounded in our principles of justice and equity, with a deep commitment to keeping all of our communities safe through grassroots organizing, information sharing, and mutual aid.

    • • LUCE Resource hub - contains resources for legal advice and support for any migration issues. 

  • Rosie's Place (617.442.9322)- Rosie's Place is a multi-service community center that offers women emergency shelter and meals, and so much more: a food pantry, ESOL classes, legal assistance, wellness care, one-on-one support, housing and job search services, and community outreach. Here women will find support, opportunity and the tools they need to make a new start.

  • Rian Immigrant Center (617-542-7654)- Rian empowers immigrants, refugees and international exchange visitors on the path to opportunity, safety, and a better future. 

  • The Association of Haitian Women in Boston (AFAB-KAFANM) (617-287-0096)-  is a grassroots organization founded by a group of Haitian women from different social, religious, and economic backgrounds who have joined forces since August 1988 for a women’s voice in the Haitian community.

Goodwill Boston Career Center - MassHire Career Centers serve as a vital link between workers and employers to bring about economic opportunity. Career Centers are helping put Massachusetts’ citizens back on the payroll, one person and one job at a time.