Hudson Community Food Pantry
A non-profit organization serving residents of Hudson, Berlin, and Bolton who struggle with food insecurity.
Proud partner of the Greater Boston Food Bank.
A non-profit organization serving residents of Hudson, Berlin, and Bolton who struggle with food insecurity.
Proud partner of the Greater Boston Food Bank.
Tomorrow – November 14th – is the Annual Scouting for Food Drive.
It has been a busy summer at HCFP – and we are truly thankful for all our generous supporters.
In June, during the first heat wave of the summer, our A/C broke. What horrible timing! As soon as Manny Chaves heard about our situation, he stepped up to help, as he had done throughout the years. Thanks to the fine folks at Chaves Heating and Air Conditioning, we were up and running with a brand new A/C and Furnace Unit. Our clients can shop at HCFP in comfort year round for years to come thanks to Manny and his generosity.
The great folks at Intel are continuing their generous support of HCFP even in the pandemic. Thanks to Rachael who coordinates the community outreach program, Intel held a virtual food drive. Employees simply went online to Amazon or Walmart and placed an order that was delivered to Intel offices here in Hudson. Rachael gathered all the orders and delivered to our door! How cool is that! Safe and easy!
Stay tuned — Rachael has another project underway at Intel to benefit HCFP! So exciting!
Last September we started renovations at HCFP and we quickly realized we needed a new counter and some additional seating. Our wonder partner, Mark Hollick, principal at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School once again offered his students’ assistance (you may recall the did the new lights in the pantry!) Fortunately the work was completed before the school closed due to COVID and we were able to pick up the pieces in August. We are thrilled with the craftsmanship! What beautiful, sturdy pieces that truly enhance the lobby. We couldn’t be happier with the results! Thank you Mr Hollick for all you do for HCFP!
Thanks to the generous donations received from the community, we were able to purchase 2 new freezers and a new refrigerator that replace some older, less efficient equipment and expands our storage. During the summer we were extremely thankful for our partners at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School because we were able to store perishable items (meats, eggs, cheese) at their facility while we installed the new equipment at HCFP.
Great News!
We WILL be open this Tuesday September 8th from 9 am to 10:30 am.
We offer our clients 3 options – whichever is best for them! The pantry is open for a full shopping experience and we still offer prepacked bags of groceries for clients who would prefer not to shop. Additionally, thanks to our great volunteers we offer delivery on Saturdays.
Remember we are all in this together and if you need an extra helping hand during this time, we’re here to help.
To be a client you simply need to:
* Be at least 18 years of age.
* Present proof of address in Hudson, Berlin or Bolton.
* Complete an application. The HCFP client application is now available on our website in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Download, complete the application and bring it with you when you visit HCFP.
If you are unable to come to the pantry and need assistance, please contact us:
• Phone – (978) 562-5280
• eMail – contact@hudsoncommunityfoodpantry.org
• Facebook Messenger
Today was going to be a great, fun, hard day at HCFP.. one of the busiest days for HCFP. But as you can see below the annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has been postponed, as has so many other things. Last year this food drive brought in around 5,000 pounds of food to HCFP. We look forward to seeing their smiling faces pull up in their trucks once again. In the meantime we greatly appreciate the continued outpouring of support we receive from the community. We could not continue our mission of feeding our neighbors for 26 years without your support. You are simply the best! Thank you.
“Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive Postponed
The 28th annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive, scheduled for May 9, 2020, has been postponed. The NALC, as well as our national partners, are fully committed to rescheduling the food drive later in 2020. A new date has not yet been scheduled.
“The annual success of the food drive is largely due to the efforts of letter carriers, other postal employees, postal customers, community volunteers and many more. Their safety is of paramount importance. Much of the United States is currently under shelter in place or similar advisories due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and public health authorities such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued guidelines that include social distancing. While it is unknown how long these guidelines will remain in place, it is highly unlikely that those involved in the food drive will be able to safely participate just six weeks from now.
“NALC and our national partners recognize that food assistance is a critical need for many during this difficult time, and we remain committed to helping those in need in the communities we serve across America. We look forward to once again holding the largest one-day food drive in America when it is safe to do so.”
That’s why we’re here.
To become a client:
Accepted clients must reapply every 6 months. At that time, you will need to:
March 19, 2020
Coronavirus (COVID – 19) Update from Hudson Community Food Pantry
During this period of time, the Hudson Community Food Pantry has implemented a few temporary changes. These changes are made under the guidance received from Greater Boston Food Bank as a means to best protect our clients and volunteers. We appreciate our clients’ continued patience and cooperation as we all adjust to these temporary changes:
Updates will be posted on line or on Facebook:
Website – https://hudsoncommunityfoodpantry.org
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HudsonMACommunityFoodPantryOrg/
If you need to contact us:
How fortunate we are to have Highland City Striders here in Hudson! They raised $10,000 for the Hudson Community Food Pantry during the Running with the Wolves 10k & White Fang 5k road races. Today we welcomed Sarah Day, Race Director, and other members of HCS who presented John, Jack, Natalie and Brendan with the donation. A new roof is on our renovation “to do” list and their donation will certainly make that a possibility. Then when they all go running by they can look and say – that’s our roof!
Thank you to all who made this possible!
If you have an interest in becoming a volunteer, please complete and return this form.
Senior citizens are encouraged to apply.
Thank you for your support.
As a non-profit, charitable organization we rely on the support of the community and our partners to achieve our mission of providing food to those in need.
The Hudson Food Pantry is an all-volunteer organization, so your donations directly serve this mission.
We welcome your donation of nonperishable food items, which will gladly receive at the Pantry during our hours of operation.
To offer your financial support, please click the Give Now button below to donate an amount of your choosing.
Thank you for your generous support!
Thank you.
Hudson Community Food Pantry, Inc
P.O. Box 608
Hudson, MA 01749
contact@hudsoncommunityfoodpantry.org
(978) 562-5280
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Hudson Community Food Pantry, Inc
28 Houghton Street
Hudson, MA 01749
contact@hudsoncommunityfoodpantry.org
(978) 562-5280
EIN: 04-3225287
Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
First Thursday of the month:
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
A BIG Thank YOU to INTEL!
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Ann Marie ParnessOnce again Intel has made a wonderful donation to The Hudson Community Food Pantry! Not only is your generosity appreciated, we are also impressed with your creativity. They donated 34 bags of pre-stuffed goodies such as, cookies, crackers, soup and more….perfect for the family that wants to just grab and go! Thank YOU!
COVID-19 Updates
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Donna DupreIn response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hudson Community Food Pantry has taken the following precautions: 1/14/2021 Update We remain open on Tuesdays and Saturdays as well as the first Thursday evening of each month. We offer 3 options for our clients – come into the pantry to shop, we offer a prepacked bag of groceries […]
Donation FAQs
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Donna DupreIs Hudson Community Food Pantry accepting donations during (COVID – 19) Yes! We have been advised by Greater Boston Food Bank that we can accept food donations. Donations can be dropped off at our back door (accessible through the parking lot located at 26 Houghton Court) on Saturdays between 8:30 am and 10:30 am OR […]