Food Distribution

Food Pantry Program for Families and Individuals

The Food Pantry is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. We have extended hours on Tuesdays from 3:30p.m.-5:30p.m. The Gardner CAC serves families and individuals in need who reside in Gardner, Ashburnham, Hubbardston, or Westminster.

Senior Food Pantry for People 60+

On the third Wednesday of each month, the Gardner CAC pantry is open only to those who are enrolled in the Senior Food Pantry Program. The Senior Food Pantry distributes a selection of groceries geared more toward senior health, including lower-sodium foods. Seniors (60+) who reside in Gardner, Ashburnham, Hubbardston, and Westminster may apply. 

The Senior Bean Bag program is the first Wednesday of the month with pick up at the Gardner Senior Center.

Apply Now

Gardner CAC Intake button for all programsTo apply for the Gardner CAC Food Distribution Program, please click on the button above to complete and submit the Intake Form online.

Contact us at 978-632-8700 for assistance.

  • Extended hours are available on Tuesdays from 3:30p.m.–5:30 p.m.
  • On the third Wednesday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to noon, the Food Pantry is only open for those who are enrolled in the Senior Food Pantry.

Gardner CAC's Mission

The Mission of the Gardner Community Action Committee, Inc. is to provide services and resources to those in need.

Our core values:

Respect. 

We embrace diversity and treat everyone with kindness and compassion.

Volunteers.

We believe that they are our most valuable asset and that volunteerism is mutually beneficial.

Relationships. 

Being responsible with funding, donations and resources helps us to maintain positive relationships in the community and with one another.