Need Help?

We Can Help

The Dedham Food Pantry provides food to Dedham residents at no cost. To qualify you must be a Dedham resident and meet our income guidelines which can be found on our registration form.

To sign up, please visit the Pantry any weekday from 10am to noon and bring these documents with you:

  • Proof of identity - A government-issued document with your name and photo: passport, state-issued ID card, driver’s license, etc.
  • Proof of residency - A document with your name and permanent Dedham address: current rental lease agreement, recent rent receipt, recent utility bill (gas, cable, phone or electric), or recent bank statement.

You can download a registration form or fill it out at the Pantry. The form is also available in español and kreyòl ayisyen.

When and How to Shop

We are open for shopping every Saturday morning, and the first and third Wednesday evening of each month. We are also open for senior citizens on the second and fourth Wednesday afternoon of each month. Our calendar lists the upcoming dates and times.

Reserve Shopping lets you make an appointment to shop. Appointments are not mandatory, however, we have very high demand and walk-ins will be given a shopping time after clients that have appointments.

Nearby Pantries

The Dedham Food Pantry is allowed to serve Dedham residents only, but the network of food pantries around Boston will get you the help that you need.

Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline

1-800-645-8333

Wherever you live, you can find information about food programs or chat with Project Bread’s counselors by calling or texting their hotline number. You can also chat with a counselor online using the Live Chat feature on the bottom of their Help Directory webpage.