Merrimack Valley Food Bank

Food Assistance in Lowell, Massachusetts. Independent food bank in Lowell supplying food pantries, meal programs, and shelters across the Merrimack Valley in Middlesex and Essex counties. It works alongside The Greater Boston Food Bank rather than replacing it. Call for the pantry nearest you and its hours.

Phone: 978-454-7272

Address: 1703 Middlesex Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 01851

Website: https://mvfb.org

Good to know: Phone verified from mvfb.org/about-us on 2026-10-06. Local food bank inside another food bank's published service area, so it is listed once at its own office rather than fanned out across counties.

Similar food assistance resources nearby

• Community FoodBank of New Jersey (Middlesex County Service Area) — New Jersey
• Connecticut Foodshare (Middlesex County Service Area) — Connecticut
• Feed More (Middlesex County Service Area) — Virginia
• The Greater Boston Food Bank (Middlesex County Service Area) — Massachusetts

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Frequently asked questions about Merrimack Valley Food Bank

How do I contact Merrimack Valley Food Bank?

You can call Merrimack Valley Food Bank at 978-454-7272 or visit 1703 Middlesex Street in Lowell, Massachusetts. Their website is https://mvfb.org.

What services does Merrimack Valley Food Bank offer?

Independent food bank in Lowell supplying food pantries, meal programs, and shelters across the Merrimack Valley in Middlesex and Essex counties. It works alongside The Greater Boston Food Bank rather than replacing it. Call for the pantry nearest you and its hours.

Are services at Merrimack Valley Food Bank free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Merrimack Valley Food Bank at 978-454-7272 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Merrimack Valley Food Bank offer services in other languages?

Call Merrimack Valley Food Bank at 978-454-7272 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.