All Resources

211 Connecticut

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. Also coordinates the Coordinated Access Network (CAN) for homeless services.

24/7 by phone

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Black Rock Food Pantry

Walk-in community food pantry in the Black Rock neighborhood. No appointment needed.

Saturday 9-11:30am (walk-in)

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Blessed Sacrament Church Food Pantry

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: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Bridgeport Rescue Mission Food Pantry

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: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Bridgeport Veterans Affairs Office

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 to VA benefits, and coordination of the free VA Hospital shuttle service.

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 Food Pantry & Soup Kitchen

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.

Catholic Charities - Morning Glory Breakfast & Thomas Merton Meals

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County

Hot meal programs serving up to 300 meals daily at the Thomas Merton Center. Morning Glory Breakfast Kitchen serves breakfast and the center provides lunch. Also offers SNAP outreach and engagement to help eligible residents apply for food stamps.

Call for meal service hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Connecticut Foodshare

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.

CT Department of Social Services - Bridgeport Office

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/Tue/Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Wed/Thu 8:30am-12pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

CW Resources - Meals on Wheels (Bridgeport)

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 through CT Home Care Program and Title III.

Meals delivered Mon-Fri during daytime hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

East Side Senior Center

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 adults.

Mon-Fri 8am-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Eisenhower Senior Center

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 classes, and special events.

Mon-Fri 8am-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Gospel Mission Community Fridge & Pantry

Gospel Mission

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: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Hall Neighborhood House - Senior Services

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 maintain independence and stay connected to their community.

Mon-Fri; call for schedule

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Kings Pantry

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

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: Wed 2-6pm; Soup Kitchen: Thu 6-7pm; Office: Tue-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Park City Initiative Food Pantry

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: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Saint Luke/Saint Paul's Episcopal Church Food Center

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.

Salem Lutheran Church Food Pantry

Salem Lutheran Church

Church-based food pantry in the North End of Bridgeport, distributing groceries to community members in need on a biweekly schedule.

2nd & 4th Thu 5pm-6:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Salvation Army - Bridgeport Corps Food Pantry

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: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

St. Charles Borromeo Food Pantry

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 UMC - Light on the Hill Food Pantry

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: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

SWCAA - Southwestern CT Agency on Aging

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 prevention, and connections to home-delivered meals, senior day centers, home care, transportation, legal services, and nutrition programs. Call Aging Answers helpline for assistance.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Aging Answers helpline: (800) 994-9422

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Thomas Merton Center

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.

Tue/Wed 10am-1pm, Fri 11:30am-1:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

WIC Program - Optimus Health Care

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, and children up to age 5 at nutritional risk.

Call to confirm hours and schedule appointment

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.