Northampton Survival Center
265 Prospect Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 586-6564


Post Office Food Drive Sponsor

United Way
The Northampton Survival Center is a partner agency of the United Way of Hampshire County.

Frequently Asked Questions
About Getting Help

How often can I come?

Clients of the Center pick up a nutritionally-balanced food box once a month.

In addition, clients are welcome to come to the Center once a week in order to select breads, bakery products, and fresh fruits or vegetables from local growers as available.

When is the best time to come?

Because clients can choose any day within a month to pick up food, we cannot predict which shifts will be busier than others. Clients should come prepared to do some waiting, and to share the space in consideration of others. If you have difficulty being in cozy spaces with a lot of other people, you may want to come during the second half of any shift, which may be a less busy time.

What if I arrive before the pantry is open?

We regret that we are not able to open our pantry for clients who arrive early, nor can we offer a sheltered environment in which to wait. Please be aware that our pantry opens and closes on schedule every day, and that if you choose to arrive early, we cannot offer you a warm and dry place to stand.

What do I need to bring?

Everytime you come to pick up food, even if you've been here before, you must bring proof of address and proof of children.

Proof of Address can be a license, piece of mail, utility bill, rent receipt, or anything with your name and current address on it.

Proof of Children can be MassHealth (or other insurance) cards, social security cards, birth certificates, or school IDs.