Commodities Supplemental Food Program
Greater Boston Food Bank
The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) supports older adults in need by leveraging all available resources, including the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), which is a federal program designed to help low-income older adults access healthy food provided by USDA.
Older adults from Attleboro can benefit from a free 30-pound bag of non-perishable groceries every month through the Commodities Supplemental Food Program through the Greater Boston Food Bank. The CSFP works to improve the health of low-income elderly persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA foods. If you are a senior who meets the qualifications and wants to participate in the program, please contact coaseniorclerk@cityofattleboro.us or call 774-203-1908.
Hebron Food Pantry
The Hebron Food Pantry's mission is to aid in the elimination of hunger in Greater Attleboro area. They pledge to provide those in need with nutritious food and advance independence and hope.
The COA has partnered with Hebron Food Pantry to provide a mixture of fresh and shelf-stable food to Attleboro older adults. Those interested in this service please contact coaseniorclerk@cityofattleboro.us or call 774-203-1908 to learn more.