Food Pantry

He gives food to every creature; His love endures forever. Psalms 136:25

The Norfolk Food Pantry is available to any Norfolk resident needing food assistance. We are
open every Saturday from 9:30am -11:30am. See below for further details on food pick-up.

A Little Bit about the Norfolk Food Pantry

The Norfolk Food Pantry began with a 1992 pilot program in January by a group of volunteers at Emmanuel
Baptist Church. The Food Pantry operates with volunteer personnel and is under the direction of the EBC
Mission Board. It was opened to the community at large in September of 1992. Emmanuel serves as host
because of our conviction to help those in need. (See Matthew 25:40; 1 John 3:17,18; Galatians 6:9-10.)

How would you like to help your neighbor?

We are grateful for our partnership with all of you, and are thankful to be in a place where community
members and local organizations are willing and eager to help each other in times of need. There are many
ways to contribute to the Norfolk Food Panty.

Monetary Help:

The Pantry relies heavily on monetary donations. We purchase the majority of our food from the Greater
Boston Food Bank. We also use the funds to buy items not always available through the GBFB. Along with
food, there are utilities, building maintenance as well as appliance upkeep. So, any funds donated will be
greatly appreciated! You can give online with the button below, one time or continuous. Make sure to choose
the Food Pantry option on the “fund” box.

Click HERE or on the button below to give. 
 

Would you like to write a check? Simply make the check out to the Norfolk Food Panty. You can either pop it in the mail and send it to Emmanuel Baptist Church, 63 Rockwood Rd., Norfolk Ma 02056.

Office hours are from 9:30am -2:30pm, Tuesday - Friday.

Volunteers:
Be a part of our committed, big-hearted team! Young adults must be 15 years or older. For further information
on our volunteer options, please email foodpantry@ebcnorfolk.org or call 508-528-5862 ext. 4 to leave a
voicemail, and someone will return your call.

Food and Non-Perishable Donations:

Below you will find a list of our current needs of food and non-food items. Our inventory ebbs and flows, so
check back often. Grocery Gift Cards. Not only do we hand these out to our clients, but our team also uses
them to purchase fresh eggs and milk.

• Breakfast Cereal
• 2lb Bags of Flour
• Canned Chicken and Tuna
• Dried beans, excluding red beans
• Hearty Soups
• Gluten Free Items
• Pasta and Rice Kits: Hamburger Helper, Mac and Cheese, Rice Pilaf, etc.
• Baking Kits: Biscuits, Cookies, Cakes
• Protein Drinks: Ensure, Boost etc.
• Household Cleaning Supplies: Paper Towels, Surface Cleaners, Laundry detergent etc.
• Food Storage Bags, Kitchen Trash Bags
• Personal Hygiene: Shampoo, Conditioner, Lotion, Toothpaste, Individual Tooth Brushes,
  Razors, Feminine Hygiene Products, Toilet Paper

*Please do not leave food outside as food tends to go bad especially during the summer months. Please
drop off food during office hours when someone is here or you can drop food off on Saturday mornings.*

Office hours are from 9:30am -2:30pm, Tuesday - Friday.

If someone has a garden and wishes to donate:

The food pantry does accept fresh vegetables - please email foodpantry@ebcnorfolk.org to give the pantry a
heads up about what foods will be coming and to check when would be a good time to drop off the
vegetables. (Perishable items are handled differently - usually donations later in the week, closer to Saturday,
are preferable, so that foods are fresh.)

We CANNOT Accept:

• Expired Food - please check expiration dates before donating any food
• Perishable Items (unless by special arrangement)
• Severely Damaged Packaging
• Open or Used Packaging
• Alcohol

How to Receive Food:

Any Norfolk resident in need can receive food from the food pantry. All that is needed is to arrive at the Food
Pantry on Saturday Mornings 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM and provide proof of residency in Norfolk (for example: Drivers License or other ID with Norfolk address or, ID plus utility bill with your name and address). You will also be required to fill out a household information sheet. If arriving by car, you can drive right up to the second small white building behind the church office.

We look forward to meeting you!

Tax Letters:

If desired, letters acknowledging donations are written by the Financial Secretary and sent in January
documenting donations to the church during the previous calendar year. Letters state the value of any
currency given. Letters cannot state the value of donated items, but will include a listing of such items if it is
provided to the Financial Secretary. The determination of the fair market value of any item given is the
responsibility of the donor.

If you have any questions, email foodpantry@ebcnorfolk.org or call the EBC Office at 508-528-5862.