06/15/2026
The HRFP is seeing a significant increase in the number of neighbors turning to us for food assistance.
In a new update, our Executive Director shares what's driving this growing needโfrom the rising cost of living and layoffs impacting our region to recent changes in federal food assistance programsโand what it means for the families we serve.
Last year, we assisted more than 40,000 individuals. Based on current trends, we're on track to serve nearly 50,000 this year.
We're responding by sourcing more food, purchasing more options and expanding partnerships, including with local farmers markets. But we can't do it alone.
Read our Executive Director's full update to learn more about what's happening in our community and how you can help: https://haymarketfoodpantry.org/update-from-our-executive-director/