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Acord Food Pantry distributes food weekly to the residents of  EssexHamilton, Ipswich, Manchester, Topsfield and Wenham.

 
 
 

Our Mission

Acord was founded in 1991 with the mission of empowering individuals and families to feed themselves in a nutritionally balanced way. We are a nondenominational, green, grassroots organization staffed by more than 120 volunteers and supporting over 6,500 client visits each year.

I am struggling to get back on my feet and support my child on my own. Most places look solely at your income, which eliminates me from most forms of support. I am so grateful for Acord’s kindness and help.”

 
 
 

Food Pantry Hours

Wed. 9:30AM – 11:00AM
Thu. 10:00AM –11:00AM (Seniors 60+)*
Thu. 6:30PM – 7:30PM
Sat. 9:00AM – 11:00AM

*note new times for Seniors/thursday mornings starting 1-6-2022.

 
 
 

Our Services

We serve our clients through weekly food distributions, holiday meal programs, school vacation lunch bags, nutrition education and outreach, and emergency meal assistance. We are proud to partner with local farms to provide fresh produce to our clients every week. Acord is a partner of the Greater Boston Food Bank, North Shore United Way, and a member of the North Shore Hunger Network.

“The support of the lunch program last year really helped to close the gap with having to provide the third meal every day.”

 

Our Impact

We wanted to share some major milestones and accomplishments that could not have happened without the time, donations, and generosity of our volunteers, donors and supporters.  

166,500+ lbs = 138,500 meals

In 2023, we distributed over 166,500 pounds of groceries which equals an estimated 138,500 meals for our community.

Senior Distribution Day

Thursday mornings are a Senior Distribution Day for our clients who are over 60 years old. Since May of 2019, we have more than tripled the number of senior clients we serve.

41,000 lbs. of fresh produce

Last year, we distributed over 41,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to families in need.

 

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Get involved

Acord is a community pantry supported by volunteers, individuals, and local businesses. Each month, we rely on more than 120 volunteers to help distribute food, unload weekly deliveries, help staff local events, and more. And, as a fully self-supported pantry, we also depend on the generous food and monetary donations from individuals, community organizations, and local business. These donations ensure we can serve those in need, develop essential programming, and increase outreach.

Learn more about how you can volunteer or donate to Acord.

 
 
 

“I'm thankful for the food I receive and grateful that I am treated with dignity.“