This holiday season, there are so many ways to give back. Local organizations and nonprofits are stepping up to make sure no one goes hungry or misses out on the support they need. We’ve rounded up a list of charities and programs making a real impact. We thrive on community—so together, let’s make a difference for those in our area who need it most
Food Banks:
- Needham Community Council Food Bank: Needham: needhamcouncil.org/foodpantry/
- Centre Street Food Pantry: Newton: centrestfoodpantry.org
- Newton Food Pantry: Newton: newtonfoodpantry.org
- Wellesley Food Pantry: Wellesley: wellesleyfoodpantry.org
- Family Access Food Closet: Newton: familyaccess.org/food-closet/
- A Places to Turn Food Pantry: Natick: aplacetoturn-natick.org/food-pantry
Local Charities:
- Village Table Wellesley: Food Insecurity: villagetablewellesley.org
- Natick Service Council: Natick residences in need: natickservicecouncil.org
- Circle of Hope Needham: Provides essentials to those in need: circleofhopeline.org
- Hope & Comfort Hygiene Club: Hygiene Insecurity in Mass: hchygienehub.org
- Family Promise Metrowest: Home insecurity/needs: familypromisemetrowest.org
- Spoonfuls: Food Insecurity: spoonfuls.org
- Cradles to Crayons: Clothing/Essentials for Kids: cradlestocrayons.org
- Packing with Purpose: Hygiene Essentials: packingwithpurpose.org
