Fairhaven Public School District

Food pantries provide free emergency groceries to individuals and families in the local community.

• Find a local food pantry: See the United Way of Greater New Bedford Food Pantries spreadsheet for locations, hours, and contact information.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, provides monthly benefits to help Massachusetts residents with food.

• How it works: Benefits are loaded onto an EBT card, which works like a debit card for food purchases.

Check eligibility & apply.

SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) is a federal food benefit that helps low-income families with school-aged children buy food when schools are closed for the summer.

Learn more about SUN Bucks.

In accordance with federal law, USDA programs are provided without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital or parental status, income, political beliefs, or reprisal.

• Persons with disabilities who need alternative communication (Braille, large print, audiotape, ASL) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 or via the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877‑8339.
• To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (AD‑3027) online, at any USDA office, or by mail, fax, or email:
  • Mail: USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, D.C. 20250‑9410
  • Fax: (202) 690‑7442
  • Email: [email protected]

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.