Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is the Southborough Food Pantry located?

    The Southborough Food Pantry is located in Fellowship Hall at the

    Pilgrim Congregational Church
    15 Common Street
    Southborough, MA

    The Pantry door is at the rear corner opposite the Southborough Historical Society.

  • When is the Pantry open?

    Hours of operation:
    Thursday evenings: 6 – 7 pm
    Friday mornings: 9 am – 10 am

    Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to closing. If you need to bring your children, please supervise them closely while you wait to shop.

  • How do I use the Pantry for the first time?

    Southborough residents and parishioners of the five member churches are eligible to use the Pantry.  No one in need will be turned away.

    • You can call the Food Pantry at (508) 485-4847 
    • OR you can contact the Food Pantry Coordinator at your church – refer to the Contact Us page for details
    • OR you can come to the Food Pantry when we are open and speak with a volunteer. 

    Please refer to the Eligibility page for more details.

  • What is involved in shopping at the Pantry?

    Please come when the pantry is open.  There will be coordinators there to help you.  Typically, a client may receive two full bags of food items per week.  In addition, paper products, personal care items, meat and produce are also available.  Those with larger families receive more items.

    Items vary and are subject to availability.  If you have special dietary or family needs let us know.  At holiday times specialty items are provided and gift certificates for local stores may be available.

    The pantry can support more than just your food needs, let us know how we can help.

  • How can I donate to the Food Pantry?

    If you wish to make a food donation:

    • Contact the Food Pantry Coordinator at your church – refer to the Contact Us page for details
    • Call the pantry at (508) 485-4847 for more information
    • Leave your donation(s) in the plastic tubs at the back entrance to the church opposite The Southborough Historical Society

    Monetary donations are also welcome.  Checks should be made out to:

    The Southborough Food Pantry
    P.O. Box 281
    Southborough, MA 01772

    Please refer to the Donations page for additional information.

  • How can I volunteer at the Food Pantry?

    Contact the Food Pantry Coordinator at your church – refer to the Contact Us page –  or call the Food Pantry at (508) 485-4847 for information regarding volunteer opportunities.  Please refer to the Volunteers page for more details.