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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.
24/7AcceptingVerified 5/8/2026 (via web check)24/7 by phone
Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.
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Black Rock Food Pantry
Walk-in community food pantry in the Black Rock neighborhood. No appointment needed.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026Saturday 9-11:30am (walk-in)
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 610-1222Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Thu 7:30am-10am (except 1st Thu of month)
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 332-5658Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)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.
(203) 333-4087Learn more → - Food Healthcare
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)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.
(203) 576-8348Learn more → - Food
Calvary Saint George's Food Pantry & Soup Kitchen
Calvary Saint George's Church
Food pantry serving the Bridgeport community with groceries and meals.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026Tue/Thu 9:30-11:30am
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 333-5116Learn more → - Food
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 to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Call for meal service hours
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 416-1503Learn more → - Food
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.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Varies by distribution site
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 469-5000Learn more → - Cash Assistance Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)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.
(855) 626-6632Learn more → - Food
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.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Meals delivered Mon-Fri during daytime hours
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(860) 229-7700Learn more → - Food Healthcare
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri 8am-3pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 332-4217Learn more → - Food Healthcare
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri 8am-3pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 576-7993Learn more → - Food
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.
24/7AcceptingVerified 5/5/202624/7 (external pantry)
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(877) 327-7925Learn more → - Food Healthcare
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.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri; call for schedule
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 345-2000Learn more → - Food
Kings Pantry
Community food pantry serving the Greater Bridgeport area with groceries and food assistance.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026Mon-Fri 10:30am-1:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 576-0522Learn more → - Food Immigration
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)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.
(203) 335-3107Learn more → - Food
Park City Initiative Food Pantry
Park City Initiative
Food pantry serving Bridgeport residents with groceries and food assistance.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026Tue 10am-2pm, Wed 12-4pm, Thu 1-6pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 873-0260Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026Mon-Thu 10am-12:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 367-7009Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)2nd & 4th Thu 5pm-6:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 336-3300Learn more → - Food Cash Assistance
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)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.
(203) 334-0995Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Fri 9am-11am
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 333-2147Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/20262nd & 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.
(203) 367-8783Learn more → - Healthcare Legal Aid
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)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.
(203) 333-9288Learn more → - Food
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.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Tue/Wed 10am-1pm, Fri 11:30am-1:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 367-9036Learn more → - Food Healthcare
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 confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Call to confirm hours and schedule appointment
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 333-9200Learn more →