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Stamp Out Hunger Returns May 9 as Local Need Continues to Rise
Stamp Out Hunger by leaving a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox for letter carriers to collect and distribute on May 9.
Beverly, MA – On Saturday, May 9, residents across the community can take part in the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, the largest one-day food drive in the country.
With food insecurity on the rise, this year’s drive comes at a critical time. Community members are encouraged to leave a bag of non-perishable food next to their mailbox, and their letter carrier will collect donations during regular mail delivery. All items will be sorted and distributed to local food pantries, including Beverly Bootstraps.
According to the Greater Boston Food Bank’s annual Food Access Report, the number of Massachusetts households experiencing food insecurity has increased significantly, rising from 19% in 2019 to 40% in 2025. In the past year alone, over 400 new households have signed up for food assistance at the Beverly Bootstraps Food Pantry.
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“For many families, the cost of everyday essentials continues to stretch budgets to the breaking point,” said Allison Caffrey, Executive Director. “Community-driven efforts like Stamp Out Hunger play a vital role in ensuring our neighbors have access to the food they need."
Over the last 34 years, the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has delivered close to 1.94 billion pounds of food to pantries, food banks, shelters, and churches across the country.
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Beverly Bootstraps provides critical resources to residents of Beverly as well as Manchester-by-the-Sea, Essex, Hamilton, and Wenham. Community participation in this year’s drive will help ensure local shelves remain stocked for the months ahead.
Top 10 Most Needed Items:
Peanut Butter
Boxed Pasta
Mac & Cheese
Canned Veggies
Cereal
Tuna Fish
Cooking Oils/Sprays
Soup
Diapers/Pull-ups Size 4-6 and Baby Wipes
Personal Hygiene items (Full Size: Shampoo/Conditioner, Soap, Deodorant, Razors, Toothpaste/Toothbrushes)
Please do not donate expired food or anything in glass containers.
Can’t leave a bag out? Donations can also be made through our Amazon list or dropped off at these local collection bins.
Learn more about Beverly Bootstraps: beverlybootstraps.org/
