Guilford Food Bank (GFB) is an emergency food pantry formed in 1995. It is jointly managed by Guilford Interfaith Volunteers and the Town of Guilford’s Department of Social Services (GSS). The GFB is available to Guilford residents with pre-approval from Guilford Social Services (see link below). Questions regarding eligibility should be directed to Guilford Social Services at (203) 453-8009, Questions regarding volunteering, donations, and food drive events may be directed to GSS at (203)453-8009 or GIV at (203)453-8359.
Guilford Food Bank
The Food Bank is located at:
45 Stone House Lane, Guilford
(across from the Henry Whitfield State Museum)
Food Distribution
Distribution hours are now by appointment only. Please call Social Services between Monday at 9 AM and Friday at 10 AM, to sign up.
Fridays, 1 PM – 4:30 PM
Bags of non-perishable food are pre-packed according to household size. Perishable food, cleaning supplies, and toiletries are also available upon request.
Food Donations
Food donations can be made at:
The Food Bank on Fridays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Palumbo’s Automotive, 1099A Boston Post Road, Guilford
Big Y Collection Box, 830 Boston Post Road, Guilford
Monetary Donations
For general food & supply purchases, please send your donations to the Guilford Food Bank c/o Guilford Social Services, 263 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437
The Shattuck Fund purchases fresh produce for Food Bank recipients. Please send your donations to the Shattuck Fund c/o Guilford Interfaith Volunteers, 310 State Street, Unit 200. Guilford, CT 06437
Each summer, The Len Hubbard Community Garden donates plots that are tended to and harvested by community volunteers specifically to raise fresh vegetables and herbs for the Guilford residents making use of the GFB.
Please note, the Guilford Food Bank is available for Guilford residents only.