COVID-19: Hunger & Food Resources for Households
- Project Bread is working with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and many schools and community partners to provide families with access to school meals while schools are closed
- Foodsource Hotline 1-800-645-8333
- Support by donating to Project Breads’ Rapid Hunger Response to COVID-19
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How to Find Help and Access Resources
List of community resources for those impacted by COVID-19
Where to access food if you need it
- Apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Public Schools and Communities will provide free meals
- Western Mass Mobile Food Bank
Financial Resources for Artists & Creators
- Boston Music Maker Relief Fun
- The Actors and Creator Funds
Funds and resources for Local Businesses
- Tool created for Boston’s restaurants to share what’s open and restaurants are encouraged to register online if they are still open for delivery and take-out
Resources for Communities and Families
- Many community foundations are asking for donations to support vulnerable populations affected by the outbreak
Resources for Students
- Free WiFi for households without internet access
- Access to free textbooks
Social Care
- Free or reduced cost services, like housing, food and other goods
- Online support groups
Resources for Veterans and Military Community
- Mass Veteran Benefit Calculator: helps low-income veterans determine if they are eligible for state financial benefits
Resources for Older Adults & High-Risk Adults
- List of grocery stores with special hours
- Offering “grab and go” meals throughout the Greater Boston area
Boston Resiliency Fund
- Coordinate fundraising and philanthropic efforts to provide essential services to Boston residents whose health and well-being are most immediately impacted by the coronavirus pandemic provide
- Learn about the grants that have been awarded to date
- How to submit an interest form to be considered for a grant
- How to make a Donation