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Colleen Nolan Runs for Newton
As she approaches her 50th birthday later this month, Colleen Nolan will soon be marking another milestone: running in her fifth Boston Marathon! But unlike the Waban resident’s previous 26.2-mile journeys, this year’s run will support the Newton Food Pantry....
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ed and Juliet Harrison
For Ed and Juliet Harrison, volunteering at the Newton Food Pantry is more than a weekly commitment. It’s something they do together, rooted in a shared belief that neighbors should look out for one another. The Harrisons began volunteering with the Newton Food...
Client Spotlight: Baby Cornelio
The Newton Food Pantry provides food assistance to a wide range of community members, including families that span multiple generations. Baby Cornelio, a native of the Dominican Republic, lives with her adult daughter and 7-year-old grandson in Newtonville. The...
Colleen Nolan Runs for Newton
As she approaches her 50th birthday later this month, Colleen Nolan will soon be marking another milestone: running in her fifth Boston Marathon! But unlike the Waban resident’s previous 26.2-mile journeys, this year’s run will support the Newton Food Pantry....
Powering Our Pantry
The Newton Food Pantry is thrilled to share that we were recently awarded a major state grant that will strengthen our organization’s long-term sustainability. The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources’ Low-Income Services Solar Program (LISSP) awarded the...
New Board Members Elected
The Newton Food Pantry is pleased to announce the election of three new members to its Board of Directors: Monika Mitra, Luciano Ramos and Ann Quandt. Each brings valuable experience and a strong commitment to alleviating food insecurity through equitable,...
Volunteer Spotlight: Sophia Lee
When Sophia Lee moved to the Boston area in 2022, she wanted more than just a new place to live and work. She also wanted to help support her community. Having volunteered for years at a food pantry in Des Moines, Iowa, Sophia sought out a similar opportunity. She...
A Call to Action
Cuts to federal hunger-relief programs and rising grocery costs are creating a perfect storm that will surely worsen food insecurity across our nation. Here in Newton, we are already seeing the unfortunate effects. More and more people are turning to the Newton...
In Remembrance: Diane Paulson
Our community lost a dear friend and a dedicated volunteer last month with the passing of Newton resident Diane Paulson. Diane volunteered her time, energy and heart to the Newton Food Pantry over many years, and she made a lasting impact on everyone who had the...
Donor Profile: Laura McTaggart
When Laura McTaggart’s children were young, birthday parties came with a twist: Guests were routinely told not to bring presents. Instead, they were asked to give nonperishable foods to be donated to local pantries. It was a simple way to teach generosity — and one...
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Join Us in Support of Our Neighbors
This holiday season, please consider making a year-end donation to continue our important work. Every contribution directly impacts the lives of our neighbors, allowing the Newton Food Pantry to stock its shelves and bring resources to those who need them.
Volunteer Spotlight: Snizhana Yaremchuk
Nearly three years after fleeing Ukraine, Snizhana found a supportive community at the Newton Food Pantry — first as a client struggling with high living costs and now as a volunteer. Today, she joyfully assists newcomers, connects through shared language and finds fulfillment in helping others.
Client Spotlight
After moving from the UK to join her family in Newton, F.B. found support and community at the Newton Food Pantry, where she accesses nourishing ingredients, connects with a diverse community and appreciates the respectful, welcoming environment.
Partner Spotlight: Newton Turkey Trot
Join the Newton Turkey Trot on November 24 as a runner, volunteer or donor to help support the Newton Food Pantry.
Client Spotlight: Emily Luu
Food insecurity is a reality on college campuses. The Newton Food Pantry is a resource to students like Emily, who use pantry offerings to help navigate tight budgets.
Volunteer Spotlight: Tom McGinn
Tom was looking to volunteer at an organization where he would be able to directly make a difference in the lives of others. He joined the Newton Food Pantry volunteer corps as a home delivery driver more than two years ago and immediately found the work rewarding.