Bread & Roses

Bread & Roses Food. Dignity. Community. Compassion. Get in touch to learn more about how to get involved or get help!

We provide food, clothing, diapers, toiletries, and other necessities through our Community Kitchen's meals and Emergency Pantry. Bread & Roses is a community kitchen serving Lawrence, Massachusetts, and the greater Merrimack Valley. Founded in 1980, our mission is to address the core necessities of the Merrimack Valley’s community members with a holistic and welcoming approach focusing on food in

security and promoting self-empowerment. All in need have access to our services free of charge - regardless of their residential, legal, or income status. We strive to meet the life, health, and safety needs of those we serve through our community meals, food rescue, emergency pantry services, health services, case management, essential needs items, and access to laundry services.

The Whim Summer Dinner Series is about more than bringing some of the region's most talented chefs to Smolak Farms… it's...
06/02/2026

The Whim Summer Dinner Series is about more than bringing some of the region's most talented chefs to Smolak Farms… it's also about giving back to our community.

A portion of every ticket sold is donated directly to local charitable organizations, allowing each dinner to make an impact beyond the table.

We're excited to introduce the first two charities featured in this year's series:

💗 Play for a Cause - Featured with Massimino's Cucina Italiana on July 15. Among many causes, Play for a Cause supports breast cancer awareness, education, and programs that help individuals and families affected by breast cancer.

🌹 Bread & Roses - Featured with Restaurant on July 22. Based in Lawrence, Bread & Roses provides meals, pantry services, clothing, health resources, and other essential support to individuals and families throughout the Merrimack Valley. Their mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and community.

Reserve your seat - or gather friends and reserve a table - and join us for an unforgettable evening under the tent featuring exceptional food, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to support two incredible causes.

Tickets available at https://www.smolakfarms.com/whim

06/01/2026

Partnering with Building Impact, The Andover Companies brought together a team of 10 volunteers to join the fight to end hunger along the North Shore by serving at Bread & Roses Community Kitchen.

Led by Emma Lewis, volunteers worked together to cook meals, unload food, organize donations, and stock pantry shelves to support the 12,000 community members that Bread & Roses serves each month. Additionally, they revitalized the pantry's interior spaces to help welcome individuals and families coming in to receive food assistance and supportive services.

Throughout the day, the group provided 240 meals to help our neighbors in need.

Many thanks to our volunteers and agency partners for their support in making nutritious food accessible to our local communities: Risman Insurance Agency, Bettencourt Insurance Group, Cassidy Associates Insurance, and Rylee Connor and Amy Randall representing The Andover Companies.

Menu: June 1 to June 4Menú: del 1 al 4 de junioGrateful & thankful for this week's Meal Heroes: First United Methodist C...
05/31/2026

Menu: June 1 to June 4
Menú: del 1 al 4 de junio

Grateful & thankful for this week's Meal Heroes: First United Methodist Church and St. Rose & St. Agnes Parishes!

¡Agradecidos y profundamente reconocidos con los Héroes de las Comidas de esta semana: la Primera Iglesia Metodista Unida y las parroquias de St. Rose y St. Agnes!

Bread & Roses is CLOSED on Monday, May 25, in honor of Memorial Day. Bread & Roses estará CERRADO el lunes 25 de mayo en...
05/24/2026

Bread & Roses is CLOSED on Monday, May 25, in honor of Memorial Day.

Bread & Roses estará CERRADO el lunes 25 de mayo en honor al Día de los Caídos.

You've seen the headlines everywhere: more than 40% of people across Massachusetts are food insecure. But what does that...
05/21/2026

You've seen the headlines everywhere: more than 40% of people across Massachusetts are food insecure.

But what does that actually mean?

It means families and individuals have to decide between essentials like housing, clothing, toiletries, medicine, and food...where there truly is no real choice.

Our guests shared what they’re experiencing right now.

At this year's Nourishing Our Neighbors Gala, we set out to raise $95,000...and together, we raised over $121,000. We ar...
05/20/2026

At this year's Nourishing Our Neighbors Gala, we set out to raise $95,000...and together, we raised over $121,000. We are absolutely blown away by the incredible show of generosity and compassion that every single person in the room brought.

From Heads or Tails, to Loida Love’s beautiful rendition of Bread & Roses, to the many Giving Board cheers, and that unforgettable moment when Institution for Savings helped us meet the match set out by board member Paul Previte (doubling the meals), it was a night we won’t forget.

But even more than the night itself, it’s what’s happening because of it. Each donation is already becoming meals on our tables and in our neighbors' homes. Together, our community is feeling seen, supported, and cared for.

To everyone who showed up, gave, volunteered, and supported: thank you. You make every meal possible.

A very huge thank you to all of our incredible sponsors!! And a huge shout-out to all of the volunteers from Lawrence Abbott Academy for their hard work and for keeping the energy high.

We’re so lucky to be part of this community. Because of you, we can keep showing up with food, dignity, community, and compassion.

Thank you for helping us Nourish Our Neighbors. 🥖🌹

📸 : Thank you to the always exceptional Destiny Medina Photography!

En la Gala "Nourishing Our Neighbors" de este año, nos propusimos recaudar $95,000... y, juntos, logramos recaudar más de $121,000. Estamos absolutamente asombrados por la increíble muestra de generosidad y compasión que aportó cada una de las personas presentes en la sala.

Desde el juego de "Heads or Tails" (Cara o Cruz), pasando por la hermosa interpretación de "Bread & Roses" a cargo de Loida Love, hasta los numerosos vítores ante el "Giving Board" (Tablero de Donaciones) y ese momento inolvidable en el que Institution for Savings nos ayudó a cumplir con el desafío de donación equiparada propuesto por el miembro de la junta Paul Previte (duplicando así el número de comidas), fue una noche que no olvidaremos.

Pero, incluso más importante que la noche en sí, es lo que está sucediendo gracias a ella. Cada donación ya se está transformando en comidas sobre nuestras mesas y en los hogares de nuestros vecinos. Juntos, nuestra comunidad se siente vista, apoyada y cuidada.

A todos aquellos que asistieron, donaron, se ofrecieron como voluntarios y brindaron su apoyo: gracias. Ustedes hacen posible cada comida.

¡¡Un agradecimiento enorme a todos nuestros increíbles patrocinadores!! Y un reconocimiento muy especial a todos los voluntarios de la Lawrence Abbott Academy por su arduo trabajo y por mantener la energía en lo más alto.

Tenemos la gran fortuna de formar parte de esta comunidad. Gracias a ustedes, podemos seguir presentes, brindando alimentos, dignidad, comunidad y compasión.

Gracias por ayudarnos a "Nourish Our Neighbors" (Nutrir a nuestros vecinos). 🥖🌹

The silent auction is officially LIVE!!!Start bidding now through May 4 at 8:30 PM...you don’t have to be attending the ...
05/03/2026

The silent auction is officially LIVE!!!

Start bidding now through May 4 at 8:30 PM...you don’t have to be attending the gala to join in.
BID NOW: bit.ly/NON2026Auction

Thank you to the incredible businesses and partners who donated such amazing items. Every bid helps us continue nourishing our neighbors:
- Family Fun: Cowabunga's Indoor Kids Play & Party Center - North Reading, the Discovery Museum, and TreeTop Adventures...adventures for the whole family this summer!
- Emerald Jewelers: A gorgeous piece of jewelry, celebrating new beginnings!
- Jelli's Laundromat Lawrence, MA: Enjoy clean, fresh laundry without the hassle with this gift certificate worth $150!
- Hockey puck autographed by Boston Bruins player Matthew Poitras.
- Football autographed by Patriots star Marcus Butler. Thank you Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union for your generous donation!
- Teacups, saucers, tea, jam: the perfect way to enjoy a cozy day! Thank you to Rachel Combs for this beautiful donation!
- Autographed photo of Zack Kelly of the Boston Red Sox

The silent auction is officially LIVE!!!Start bidding now through May 4 at 8:30 PM...you don’t have to be attending the ...
05/03/2026

The silent auction is officially LIVE!!!
Start bidding now through May 4 at 8:30 PM...you don’t have to be attending the gala to join in.

BID NOW: bit.ly/NON2026Auction

Thank you to the incredible businesses and partners who donated such amazing items. Every bid helps us continue nourishing our neighbors:
- Vivacino Restaurant: a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Don't miss your chance to win this!!!
- Total Wine: Experience a luxurious wine tasting for you and your friends and family!
- Red Sox: Two games up for grabs! Thank you to Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union for this generous donation!
- Boston Celtics: A signed Jaylen Brown poster!
- New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, Old Sturbridge Village, Oak & Orchard Tap & Grill: A jam-packed trip to western MA.
- The Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston, Shake Shack, & Boston Duck Tours: Date night in Boston.
- Stanley Cup, $25 Gift Card to Copper Door Restaurant, $25 Gift Card to Starbucks, Van Otis Truffles, Prosecco, and Spa nijoli & salon: treat yourself!
- Lottery Tree - this could be your lucky day!

We had a very special delivery today from the wonderful Julie at Groundwork Lawrence: these beautiful flowers from their...
04/28/2026

We had a very special delivery today from the wonderful Julie at Groundwork Lawrence: these beautiful flowers from their garden!

Such a thoughtful surprise, bringing instant warmth and joy to our space. Grateful & thankful!

Hoy recibimos una entrega muy especial de la maravillosa Julie, de Groundwork Lawrence: ¡estas hermosas flores de su jardín!

Una sorpresa tan considerada, que aportó calidez y alegría instantáneas a nuestro espacio. ¡Estamos muy agradecidos!

For Earth Day yesterday, we had a special addition to our Emergency Pantry and Community Meals: tomato plants!! 🍅🌱Guests...
04/23/2026

For Earth Day yesterday, we had a special addition to our Emergency Pantry and Community Meals: tomato plants!! 🍅🌱

Guests took one home with each meal. These little pots can grow on a windowsill or kitchen counter and, in just a couple of months, will start producing fresh tomatoes.

A simple, sustainable (and free!) source of food!

Grateful & thankful for all of the volunteers and the B&R team who dug right in (literally!) and made each with care. We also loved having a special little volunteer join us this week during school vacation!

Con motivo del Día de la Tierra de ayer, tuvimos una pequeña y especial incorporación en nuestra Despensa de Emergencia y en nuestro servicio de Comidas Comunitarias: ¡¡plantas de tomate!! 🍅🌱

Nuestros visitantes se llevaron una a casa junto con su comida. Estas pequeñas macetas pueden crecer en el alféizar de una ventana o en la encimera de la cocina y, en tan solo un par de meses, comenzarán a producir tomates frescos.

¡Una fuente de alimento sencilla, sostenible (y gratuita)!

Estamos profundamente agradecidos con todos los voluntarios y con el equipo de B&R que se pusieron manos a la obra (¡y a la tierra!). ¡También nos encantó contar esta semana con la ayuda de un pequeño voluntario muy especial durante sus vacaciones escolares!

Address

58 Newbury Street
Lawrence, MA
01840

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+19786818768

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