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Our mission is to feed the hungry and homeless of the West End, Beacon Hill and surrounding neighborhoods in an open, safe, and caring environment. In an average month we provide over 2,000 meals and 120 bags of groceries. We provide clothes or a clothing coupon that can be redeemed at Good Will.There is a nurse that comes in once a week. Outreach workers from other agencies provide services such as detoxification, counciling and shelter placement. At least twenty volunteers are needed on a weekly basis.

Description:
We serve hot nutritious lunches Sunday thru Thursday. Thursday evening suppers are provided by local churches and other organizations. We have an active group of seniors that enjoy a sit down lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays.The seniors participate in a wonderful ongoing art program and go out on group outings throughout the year. Our volunteers come from such places as Beacon Hill, West End and surrounding neighborhoods, Suffolk University, Emerson College and churches from in and around Boston. Volunteers are needed especially for lunches.

History:
For more than 100 years, the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Bowdoin Street, has provided food, comfort, and respite for the poor, homeless, and elderly of the West End and Beacon Hill neighborhoods. This tradition of hospitality continues here today through the programs of Neighborhood Action Inc., the social ministry arm of the parish.

Contact person: Bob Burnam, Program Director, (phone)

Address:

35 Bowdoin St Boston, MA 02114 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located in the Church of St. John the Evangelist at 35 Bowdoin St., off Cambride St., near Gov. center in Boston.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Government Center,   Walk distance (in minutes): 5 min For maps or information, please see http://www.mbta.com