Emergency Food Pantry
Open Pantry's Emergency Food Pantry (EFP) has been providing groceries for people in need since 1975. Both individuals and families come to the EFP on an emergency basis. Last year, we distributed
over 476,368 lbs. of food to people in need.
Families comprise 63% of the people served and nearly 40% of all the food distributed is for children.
We have a special program specifically for seniors. The Senior Food Choice program is a program designed for seniors to shop exclusively on the 3rd Monday of each month at our Emergency Food Pantry. Senior Day offers Seniors the opportunity to choose their own food in a dignified grocery store like setting. Seniors are assisted by a staff member or volunteer who assists them with selecting their groceries, pushing their carts and helping with any questions they may have.
Staff members at EFP complete an intake process with each recipient. This process not only allows EFP staff to report on existing needs, but it also creates an opportunity to refer people to other essential services. Additionally, we assist with applications for SNAP benefits (no longer called food stamps). We also have advocacy services for those who are having difficulties getting or accessing their SNAP benefits.
EFP is located at 2460 Main Street in Suite 108 & 108B in the Plaza Del Mercado in Springfield. Hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Emergency Food Pantry
2460 Main Street
Springfield, MA
Ph: (413) 737-5353
Fax: (413) 737-4440