We receive FOOD and PERSONAL CARE ITEM donations every Monday and Wednesday evening from 7 to 8 pm and every time the pantry is open:
- Every Wednesday and Friday morning from 9:30am to 12:30pm
- 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 9:00am to 11:00am
- 2nd Tuesday evening of the month from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
- We receive large food drives by appointment. Please contact our office at (978) 772-4627 x308
How much of my monetary donation will go directly to client services?
Our operating budget is streamlined to direct approximately 86% of all monetary donations to our primary mission: food.
How can I make a monetary donation?
You can mail us a check made out to Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, Inc., P.O. Box 1, Ayer, MA 01432, donate by credit card or PayPal on our website, or visit the Pantry and drop off your donation in person.
How can I donate food and personal care items?
We accept donations during any open Pantry session (see our calendar on the home page) or on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. You may also leave donations in any drop box throughout the community.
What type of food do you need most?
Please check our Most Needed List.
May I donate homemade goods?
State regulations prohibit us from being able to accept homemade goods for our clients.
How can my organization / school / civic group organize a drive?
We’ve prepared some guidelines for organizing a drive which should help. For more information: