Since 1984

Access to food with care, dignity, and respect.

The Acton Food Pantry provides nutritious food to residents in Acton, MA and surrounding towns.

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Volunteers organizing food donations

A Commitment to the Community

Acton Food Pantry is committed to alleviating food insecurity in our area by partnering with the community to provide access to food with care, dignity, and respect. Established in 1984, we are a 501 (c)(3).

The Food Pantry services are free to clients. Please note the Acton Food Pantry has moved and we are open for in-person shopping at 21 Maple Street, Acton, MA 017209.

Volunteer providing assistance

Client Registration

If you have not received a registration card or you are a new client please register here and bring a piece of mail with your name and address on it. All information is confidential and never shared outside of the pantry staff.

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Scheduling Appointments

Appointments are the primary way to receive services. To make an appointment please call:
978-440-0765

Please leave a name and number and someone will call you back.

Operating Hours

  • Monday 2:00-4:00 PM (Appointment Only)
  • Tuesday 9:00 - 1:00 PM (Appointment Only)
  • Wednesday 9:30 - 11:30 AM (Drive-through)
  • Wednesday 1:00 - 7:00 PM (Appointment Only)
  • Thursday 10:00 - 1:00 PM (Appointment Only)
  • Friday CLOSED

Shopping Vacations & Closures

AFP closes for shopping during Acton-Boxborough school vacations during the school year.

April – Closed for shopping April 20 – 24

May – Closed May 25th – Open at 11:00 on May 26

June – Closed for shopping June 29 & 30

July – Closed for shopping July 1 – 6

September – Closed Sept 7 – TBD for Sept 8

October – Closed Oct 12 – TBD for Oct 13

November – Closed TBD – Nov 27

December – Closed TBD – Dec 31

Weather Policy

If AFP needs to close due to inclement weather we will post it on our website. Unless our website says otherwise we will remain open. If there is a delay in opening we will post that as well.

Partner Organization

Acton Food Pantry partners with the
Greater Boston Food Bank.

Community Resources

Mt. Calvary Community Supper

Wednesdays, 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

472 Mass Ave, Acton

West Acton Baptist Church

Mini Food Pantry located next to parking lot. Available 24/7 to anyone needing food.

592 Mass Ave, Acton

Congregation Beth Elohim

Mini Food Pantry just off the driveway on the left at the first turnoff. Free and open 24/7.

133 Prospect St, Acton

Open Table

33 Main Street, Maynard

Pantry distribution in Maynard Municipal Parking Lot. Guests will remain in their cars.

Tuesdays: 1:00 – 3:00pm (Seniors 65+) | 3:00 – 6:30pm

Thursdays: 1:00 – 4:30pm

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"Alleviating food insecurity in our area by partnering with the community to provide access to food with care, dignity, and respect."

Our Mission since 1984

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