Empty Bowl TO GO is a by-appointment-only drive-thru experience held this year at The Open Door 28 Emerson Avenue in Gloucester.

Last year, thousands of people faced the uncertain drive to a food pantry for the first time. On Saturday, May 22, you will follow the same route down Emerson Avenue that became a lifeline for so many during the pandemic and pickup your simple meal--soup, bread, and a cookie at The Open Door. As always, the bowl will go home as a reminder that somewhere, someone's bowl is empty

Yes! You still need an appointment. Why? To help manage the number of people at one time and to make sure we have room to receive and treat your donations with care. Thank you!

One appointment per vehicle. Leftover yard sale? Call for approval first. 978-283-4298

Please use this calendar when requesting a REFERRAL voucher.

IMPORTANT: All donations must be outside. Driver CANNOT enter your home. Please use this calendar to schedule your FURNITURE PICKUP appointment. This is an appointment window between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. The driver will confirm the estimated time of arrival on or before the morning of your appointment.

Get food. This Special Drive-Thru Food Pantry is for you! Sign up is simple.

Regular food pantry hours still available. Gloucester: M-F from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Ipswich: W & Th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. No appointment required.