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Clear filtersAlliance for Community Empowerment (formerly ABCD)
Bridgeport's Community Action Agency (formerly ABCD) helps residents apply for SNAP food benefits: submitting the DSS application, uploading documents, completing DSS portal tasks, and understanding b…
Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Park City Initiative
Food pantry serving Bridgeport residents with groceries and food assistance.
Tue 10am-2pm, Wed 12-4pm, Thu 1-6pm
Before you go: Call or check hours before going because pantry schedules can change.
Saturday community food pantry at the Black Rock Senior Center for residents of the 06605 ZIP code.
Sat 9am-11am
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Church of the Blessed Sacrament
Parish food pantry serving over 300 registered families. Sourced from CT Food Bank and supplemented by donations from other parishes. Open every Thursday except the first Thursday of the month.
Thu 7:30am-10am (except 1st Thu of month)
Before you go: Call or check hours before going because pantry schedules can change.
Bridgeport Rescue Mission
Food pantry stocked with fresh produce, dry goods, meat, and dairy items. Also serves hot meals: breakfast Mon/Wed/Fri 9:30-10:30am, lunch Tue/Thu 2-3pm.
Pantry: Mon/Wed/Fri 10am-12pm & 1-3pm; Hot meals: Breakfast M/W/F 9:30-10:30am, Lunch Tu/Th 2-3pm
Before you go: Call or check hours before going because pantry schedules can change.
City of Bridgeport
City veterans affairs office providing information, referrals, and direct services to Bridgeport veterans. Includes a food pantry on the 3rd Tuesday and Wednesday of each month (10am-2pm), connections…
Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm; Food pantry: 3rd Tue & Wed 10am-2pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Calvary Saint George's Church
Food pantry serving the Bridgeport community with groceries and meals.
Tue/Thu 9:30-11:30am
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Statewide food bank network distributing food to pantries and meal programs across Connecticut including Bridgeport. Use their website to find the nearest distribution point.
Varies by distribution site
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
CW Resources / RW Solutions
Home-delivered meals program for homebound seniors age 60+. Dietitian-certified nutritious meals providing one-third of daily recommended nutrients. Includes wellness checks during delivery. Funded th…
Meals delivered Mon-Fri during daytime hours
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
City of Bridgeport Department on Aging
Senior center on the East Side of Bridgeport offering engaging activities including dominoes, bingo, arts and crafts, fitness classes, and hot lunch. Provides a welcoming community space for older adu…
Mon-Fri 8am-3pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
City of Bridgeport Department on Aging
City-operated senior center offering recreational activities, social programs, wellness activities, and congregate meals for Bridgeport seniors. Activities include arts and crafts, bingo, exercise cla…
Mon-Fri 8am-3pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Kingdom Builders Impact Ministries
Community fridge and pantry available 24/7. External pantry operates on a "take what you need, leave what you can" basis — no ID or appointment required.
24/7 (external pantry)
Before you go: Call or check hours before going because pantry schedules can change.
Hall Neighborhood House
Comprehensive senior services on the East Side of Bridgeport including community meals, health screenings, caregiver supports, classes and workshops, social events, and advocacy. Helps seniors maintai…
Mon-Fri; call for schedule
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Community food pantry serving the Greater Bridgeport area with groceries and food assistance.
Mon-Fri 10:30am-1:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
nOURish Bridgeport Inc.
Community organization providing food pantry, soup kitchen hot meals, baby supplies (diapers, wipes, formula), hydroponic farm fresh produce, and English language classes.
Pantry admission: Wed 2-5:30pm; Soup Kitchen: Thu 6-7pm; Office: Tue-Fri 9am-5pm
Before you go: The Wednesday pantry closes at 6:00pm, but the last visitor is admitted at 5:30pm. Arrive by 5:30pm for groceries.
Saint Luke/Saint Paul's Episcopal Church
Food center providing groceries to community members. Operates on an agency referral basis.
Mon-Thu 10am-12:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Salvation Army
Food pantry and emergency food assistance. Also provides other social services including clothing and emergency financial assistance.
Pantry: Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 10am-1pm; Office: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Before you go: Pantry hours are tighter than the office: food only Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 10am-1pm (closed Wednesdays). For clothing or financial help, come during office hours 9am-4pm.
Saint Charles Borromeo & Saint George Parish
Parish food pantry serving the East Side Bridgeport community with groceries and food assistance on a weekly basis.
Fri 9am-11am
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Summerfield United Methodist Church
Church-based food pantry operating since 2005. Distribution on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Serves families in the North End / North Bridgeport neighborhood.
2nd & 4th Fri; call Mon-Wed 9:30am-12:30pm for appointment
Before you go: Call or check hours before going because pantry schedules can change.
Catholic Charities of Fairfield County
One of Bridgeport's largest food providers. Guests select groceries with dignity in a grocery store setting. Provides 5 days of nutritious meals each week.
Pantry: Tue-Thu by last name; new families register Mon 10am-1pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Catholic Charities of Fairfield County
Free weekday breakfast and lunch at Catholic Charities' Thomas Merton Family Center, 1406 State Street. The center also helps people apply for SNAP.
Breakfast Mon-Fri 9am-10am; lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-1pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
Optimus Health Care Inc.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program providing healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and health care referrals for pregnant/postpartum women, infants, …
Call to confirm hours and schedule appointment
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
United Way of Connecticut
Statewide information and referral service connecting residents with social services including housing, food, healthcare, childcare, employment, and more. Available 24/7 by phone. 2-1-1 is also the fr…
24/7 by phone; from outside CT, or if 2-1-1 does not connect, call 1-800-203-1234
Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.
Connecticut Department of Social Services
State office administering SNAP (food stamps), Temporary Family Assistance (TFA/TANF), Medicaid/HUSKY Health, and other public benefits for low-income individuals and families.
Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.
Southwestern CT Agency on Aging
Regional Area Agency on Aging serving older adults and individuals with disabilities. Provides Medicare/Medicaid counseling, benefits screening, care management, long-term care planning, elder abuse p…
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Aging Answers helpline: (800) 994-9422
Before you go: Serving adults 60+ and people with disabilities. No need to drive to Bridgeport: call the free Aging Answers helpline (800) 994-9422, Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30, for Medicare and benefits help.