Food Pantries and Meal Sites in Berkshire County
Berkshire County is home to a robust network of emergency food sites including food pantries, meal sites, school district food distributions, senior centers, and other food access organizations.
Program hours and days can change without notice. Please call the location to be sure of times and requirements.
Winter Farmers Markets
Central Berkshire
Pittsfeld Farmers Market (Roots Rising)
Second Saturdays of the Month, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
February 14, March 14, April 11
The Common Room, Zion Lutheran Church, 74 First Street, Pittsfield
Notes: Market Match doubles SNAP, WIC and Senior benefits. Accepts HIP (Healthy Incentives Program) benefits (anyone who receives SNAP is enrolled). Learn more
South and North Berkshire
Berkshire Grown - Great Barrington
Housy Dome (Housatonic Community Center), 1064 Main Street, Housatonic
Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
February 21, March 21, April 18
Notes: All markets are free and feature locally-grown and produced foods. SNAP and HIP benefits are accepted at all markets. 1:1 Market Match for SNAP is available for up to $30/shopper at each market. Updates and vendors
Support Local Food Access
Berkshire United Way can direct your donation to support efforts to address food insecurity in Berkshire County.
You may also pay by check and send to the Berkshire United Way office, 200 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201.