St. James Helping Hands Food Pantry

Filed Under: Faith-Based Organizations, Food
Location
1991 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, ma 02140
Phone
Office: 617-547-4070
Online
Website
Services

Helping Hand Food Pantry operates on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from 9:00-11:00 am at the church, 1991 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge (2 blocks from Porter Square). Donations of unexpired canned and packaged food goods, cleaning supplies and personal care products, including period products (maxi pads are particularly requested), can be dropped off at our location.

Drop-off hours are on the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 10am-12pm.

Service hours

Second & Fourth Saturday of each month: 9:00am - 11:00am

Requirements & Restrictions

Proof of residency in Cambridge or Somerville is required. Proof includes a tax bill, rent statement, utility bill, phone/cable bill, car registration or driver’s license.

Unhoused individuals are welcome.

Cost
None

While every effort is made to provide current and accurate information for the agency descriptions and hours of operation, it is recommended to call the agency to verify the information before visiting.

Last updated January 8, 2026