Damien’s Food Pantry open Thursdays, Saturdays

WAREHAM — Damien’s Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

Its mission is to help end hunger in the South Coast region of Massachusetts by providing food to individuals experiencing food insecurity, promoting education and awareness about hunger in our community, and providing information to our guests about other community resources. All are welcome.

First-time visitors will need to provide information about their household. They are required to complete a short application, show proof of residency, and verify all occupants residing in the home. Verifications will be required annually. New applications are accepted Thursdays and Saturdays between 8-11:30 a.m.

The last shop of the day will start at 11:45 a.m.  Anyone arriving after 11:45 a.m. will receive a pre-packaged box of food.

The pantry will be closed Friday, July 4- Monday, July 7.

The organization makes food available to over 1,200 households monthly.  If you or someone you know needs food, please contact us.   The pantry is located at 242 Marion Road, Wareham, MA 02571.  Mailing Address: P.O. Box 730, East Wareham, MA 02538.  Phone: 508-295-3486 / Fax: 508-299-6582.

Volunteers are often sought. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please phone the pantry at: 508-295-3486 and leave your name and phone number or apply online here. 

The opportunities range from food distribution, stocking shelves to data entry and translation services.  Volunteers who work the backroom should be able to lift 25 pounds. If you are unable to physically volunteer at the pantry, but would still like to help, we have opportunities for remote activities.

Here is more information about volunteer opportunities.  

The pantry depends on financial support, volunteers and food donations from individuals, corporations, agencies, and foundations to help feed the hungry.  Donations are tax deductible.