As of late October 2025, many Massachusetts residents are facing delays in receiving their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. Several organizations and businesses in the Greater Boston area are providing free and discounted food resources to help those affected. For updates on SNAP benefits, individuals can visit the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) website.
Food pantries and resource lists, such as the Food Pantry Finder and the City of Boston’s Food Resources List, are available to help residents find assistance. Project Bread’s hotline (1-800-645-8333) offers information about food programs. The Mobile Market is distributing free produce and shelf-stable items. The Massachusetts Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) allows SNAP recipients to buy fruits and vegetables from participating farms, with monthly incentives based on household size.
Some businesses are offering support during the SNAP delays. Gopuff is providing a $50 credit for SNAP-eligible items with free delivery in November. Allandale Farm will hold a free farmers market with produce and bread on three Thursdays in November at the Loring Greenough House. Other local options, such as The Centre Food Hub JP, Little Cocoa Bean Co., and Taco Azu, are offering free or discounted meals to families…