Food Access
Below you will find a list of food pantries and other food access programs in Watertown and the surrounding communities. If you are interested in donating to members of your community, please visit the Watertown Food Pantry page for more information.
*November 2025 SNAP Updates*
If a federal funding deal is not reached before November 1st, SNAP benefits may not be paid in the month of November. Additionally, the SNAP eligibility guidelines have changed and may impact recipients at their annual recertification period. Learn more about the changes to the SNAP program at Mass.gov/SNAPUpdates.
Public Benefits
SNAP: New applicants can still apply and current SNAP recipients should follow the typical recertification process. To apply online, visit DTAConnect.
HIP: The Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) provides free produce to SNAP recipients as long as funds (at least one penny!) are on your EBT card. To access these benefits, find your location HIP vendor.
At this time, WIC and school meals are not impacted by the federal shutdown.
On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 1:00pm-3:00pm the Watertown Farmer’s Market is hosting a Pop-up Farm Shop at Saltonstall Park Plaza (next to City Hall, 149 Main Street). If you receive SNAP (with any balance on your EBT card) you can access free produce from Dick’s Market Gardens and Stillman Farms at this event. Learn more.
Food Pantries
Watertown Community Fridge
Front of the Belmont-Watertown United Methodist Church
Watertown, MA 02472
Link to Map
The Community Fridge is a 24/7-access, outdoor refrigerator enclosed in a shed for pantry space and protection.
The fridge provides neighbors the opportunity to give and receive help directly, anonymously, and conveniently.
Watertown Catholic Collaborative Food Pantry
Lower Level of Rectory (use driveway next to Church or on street parking)
Watertown, MA 02472
Link to Map
Thursdays from 10am to 11:45am.
Open to anyone in need, the food pantry may be accessed once a week.
Centre Street Food Pantry
The Centre Street Food Pantry opens every Tuesday:
1:00-2:00 Senior Hour (Families at least one individual 65+ can shop without an appointment)
2:00-3:30 Appointments Needed (Sign up here)
3:30-5:00 No appointment needed, first come first serve
5:00-5:45 Appointments Needed
They also open on the first Saturday of each month from 11:30-2pm.
Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline: For free, confidential help finding food pantries, meal programs and more, call 1-800-645-8333.
Senior Support
- Residents 60+ can access services through the Watertown Senior Center: Learn more about the Emergency Assistance Program.
- Meals on Wheels: Residents 60+ with mobility challenges may qualify for meals delivered to their door. Contact Springwell at 617-926-4100 to learn more.
Meal Programs
- Community Servings: MA residents who are critically or chronically ill can receive medically tailored meals delivered to their door. Speak with your medical provider and apply online.
- Middlesex Human Services Nutrition Programs: Bristol Lodge Soup Kitchen, Christ Church Episcopal, 750 Main St, Waltham | Monday-Friday 4:30pm-5:30pm
- Lasagna Love: Request a meal from local volunteers.
Mobile Markets
- Fresh Truck: Use your HIP benefits to access free produce at the weekly market, online or through pop-up events in Greater Boston.
- The YMCA of Greater Boston operates food access programs in the Boston area.
- YMCA Mobile Market – 29 site visits in November
- Grocery Bag Distribution – 15 sites per month
Delivery Programs
Gopuff: Up to $50 of free groceries and delivery for eligible SNAP recipients.