At Bridgeport Rescue Mission, food is more than nourishment—it’s an opportunity to serve with dignity, build trust, and restore hope. Our Food Outreach Program is a vital entry point for individuals and families facing food insecurity across Connecticut. Through our Community Pantry, hot meals, mobile services, and seasonal outreach, we provide practical support to neighbors navigating hardship. Whether someone needs groceries for the week or a warm meal today, they can count on us to show up with compassion, consistency, and care.
Rooted in decades of service and expanded in recent years to meet growing needs, our program is designed to ensure no one in our community goes hungry or feels forgotten.
What We Offer
- Food Pantry offering fresh produce, dry goods, dairy, meat, toiletries, and hygiene products (open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.)
- Hot Meals & Dining Room serving nutritious meals on-site every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m. and offering breakfast and lunch when the Food Pantry is open
- Mobile Kitchens & Pantries, which bring food and encouragement directly to underserved neighbors in Bridgeport, especially those without transportation or consistent access to services
- The Great ThanksGiving Project, an annual outreach event serving over 5,000 families in Stamford, Norwalk, Bridgeport, Ansonia, Waterbury, and New Haven with turkeys and full holiday food packages
- Diaper Program operated in partnership with the Diaper Bank of Connecticut, providing 50–100 diapers per child each month (operates every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
- Tagless Sales (Free Clothing & Household Items) where families can choose from donated clothing, shoes, bedding, and essentials free of charge (operates biweekly on Saturdays)
- Seasonal Drives & Back-to-School Support, including distribution of winter wear, school supplies, and other seasonal necessities
To access the Food Pantry or Hot Meals, visit ADDRESS during meal or pantry hours.
Who We Serve
Our Food Outreach Program is here for anyone in need. We welcome:
- Low-income families struggling to afford groceries and household basics
- Parents and caregivers in need of diapers and children’s supplies
- Individuals without stable access to hot meals
- Community members seeking clothing, shoes, and seasonal support
- Residents in underserved neighborhoods, reached through mobile outreach
We are ready to serve anyone experiencing hardship due to unemployment, underemployment, homelessness, or unexpected financial challenges. Whether for a season or a longer journey, our mission is to meet people with help and hope.
How You Can Help
The need is great—and growing—but you can make a tangible difference.
Donate food, diapers, or financial support to help us serve families in need with dignity and compassion. Fresh groceries and baby supplies are always in demand, and financial gifts fuel mobile outreach and daily operations. Volunteers are the heart of our work, helping distribute food, serve meals, and organize donations. We also welcome partnerships with local businesses, churches, schools, and civic groups.
Drop off donations at [ADDRESS] or contact us to get involved.
