The Open Pantry of Greater Lowell

OUR MISSION:

The mission of The Open Pantry is to relieve hunger in our community. We aim to connect people to a variety of filling, nutritious, and culturally-appropriate food as well as to other community resources; to advocate on behalf of those in need locally, statewide, and nationally; and to engage with others in building food security.

THOSE WE SERVE:

We provide short-term food assistance to those in need who reside in the Greater Lowell area. The reasons for need are numerous, but for many persons it is a choice between food and heat or medications; it may be a delayed or stolen check or it could be an abandoned person who has no other means. While the reasons are varied, the needs are real.

• Over 1,900 people are served each month.
• More than 1/3 of those we help are children.
• Assistance is offered to individuals and families without any discrimination based on race, creed, or country of origin.