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Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Center

Opens Mon 9 AM ET
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Address
75 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861
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Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Providence County. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill) and proof of income.

In their words: “Must be a resident of Providence County. Must bring Picture ID, rent receipt, proof of income, and ID for children. Can receive food once a month.”

This is our best read of what Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Center has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Sun ·
Mon 9 AM – 11:30 AM
Tue ·
Wed 9 AM – 11:30 AM
Thu ·
Fri 9 AM – 11:30 AM
Sat ·

Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Center at 75 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI provides free food (Mon, Wed, Fri: 9 AM – 11:30 AM ET). Walk in, no appointment needed. Must be a resident of Providence County. Must bring Picture ID, rent receipt, proof of income, and ID for children. Can receive food once a month.

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