ROOTED IN EAST BOSTON

EXPANDING FOOD ACCESS

BUILDING

ECONOMIC MOBILITY

COMMUNITY HEALTH

ADVANCING

MLCS is a resilient community hub transforming rescued food into opportunity. Through affordable healthy food, social and housing systems navigation, workforce development, education, and creative spaces, we help families overcome the financial, social, and systemic challenges that put health at risk. We don't simply connect people to resources—we work alongside them to build stability, improve health, and expand opportunity.

Recovering more than 40,000 pounds of healthy food each month, we make nutritious food affordable four days a week while reducing waste, strengthening household financial stability, and investing in healthier, more resilient communities across East Boston and Beyond.

$3 PRODUCE BAGS. Affordable fresh food for families. $2 ARTISAN BREAD. Quality staples at low cost. UP TO $5K ANNUAL SAVINGS. Potential household savings. 40,000+ LBS RECOVERED MONTHLY. Healthy food kept in our communities. 5,000+ COMMUNITY MEMBERS SERVED. Food - Housing - Education - Workforce - Creative Opportunities - Supportive Services

Food Bag, produce Bag, Artisan Bag, affordable price, affordability, Community members served, food recovery, savings

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Community Services

Community Makerspace and Studio & Economic Mobility · Adult & Digital Education · Housing & Resident Services · Kids & Youth STEAM Programs · Wellness Programs

Why Grab & Go

Fresh food — No lines — No hassle.

Reserve your Grab & Go order online and pick it up when it's convenient for you. For just $3, you'll receive a bag of rescued fruits and vegetables that can help stretch your grocery budget while reducing food waste.

Skip the long waits, save money, eat more fresh produce, and bring home healthy food for your family—all through a simple, dignified pickup experience.