How to Help

Here are 5 Ways to Support the Work of the Branford Food Pantry

1. VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES As a 100% volunteer organization, we are always on the lookout for dedicated self-starter willing to commit to regular volunteer hours and want to be involved in helping those in Branford who need our help the most.  Our volunteer positions along with brief descriptions of the work involved and hours can be found at this link.   Many volunteer positions actually overlap on occasion and the ability to be flexible and fill in when necessary is desirable.  The ability to speak Spanish is always an added plus!   Beneath each description we list the number of openings currently available. 

2. FOOD DONATIONS
The Branford Food Pantry has a constant need for routine items such as cereal, peanut butter, soup, stew and coffee. Please consider making a donation or sponsoring a drive to collect these items.

Please drop off non-perishable food donations to the Branford Food Pantry on either Tuesday morning between 8:30 am -11:00 am or Friday morning between 9:00 am -11:30 am. If you are unable to come at these times or have a large donation, please call 203-481-3663 to coordinate a convenient drop off.

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3. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
All of your donations are used directly for programming expenses and the purchase of food. Help us now by making a monetary donation to help our neighbors in need, either by QR code via PayPal or by mail to Branford Food Pantry, PO Box 1068, Branford, CT 06405.

4. FOOD DRIVES
Please contact A.J. Milici (203-627-3369 or office@branfordfoodpantry.org) to let us know about food drives that your organization is planning. Please call 203-481-3663 to schedule to drop off items you have collected.

5. ONLINE SUPPORT
Every year, the Branford Food Pantry participates in the Great Give, sponsored by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven. This is a great opportunity to offer your online support.