What We Do
Beverly Bootstraps offers a wide range of programs and services designed to support individuals and families in need. We serve residents in Beverly, Manchester, Essex, Hamilton and Wenham.
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Beverly Bootstraps Programs & Services
At Beverly Bootstraps, we’re committed to meeting the evolving needs of our community by connecting individuals and families with vital resources and support. Our Case Managers are here to assist with applications for programs such as LIHEAP (fuel assistance), SNAP (food benefits), and other resources. We also offer financial assistance for rent or utilities to eligible households, as well as resource guides for housing, referrals, and other essential services. These services are available to Beverly, Manchester, Essex, Hamilton and Wenham residents.
To get started, click the button below to complete the assistance request form.
Your submission will be sent to our Case Management team, and a team member will follow up with you shortly..
serving residents of Beverly, Manchester, Essex, Hamilton and Wenham
Beverly Bootstraps Programs & Services
We are here to help
Services are available to Beverly, Manchester, Essex, Hamilton and Wenham residents. To see a list of the programs Beverly Bootstraps offers, view our List of Services flyer.
To learn about additional local support services, view our Community Resources Guide.
Client Update Forms
Client update forms are required to participate in any seasonal program. Please bring your completed Client Update Form with you on the day of distribution. Copies are also available at our front desk at 35 Park Street.
Food Assistance Programs
Food Pantry
Clients are welcome to visit the Food Pantry once every 7 days to choose from a variety of fresh produce, proteins, pantry staples, and more. The pantry is restocked regularly, so visiting later in the day may help you avoid lines. Please bring proof of residence in Beverly, Manchester, Essex, Hamilton, or Wenham (mail postmarked within the last 30 days).
New Client Food Pantry Registration Times:
- Monday: 9:15 am – 10:15 am and 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
- Tuesday: 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm and 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:15 am – 10:15 am and 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:15 am – 10:15 am and 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
To sign up for our Food Pantry, please print our Food Pantry intake form and bring completed forms with you.
Food Pantry Hours of Operation:
- Monday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
What to Bring: Please bring proof of residence (such as a piece of mail postmarked within the last 30 days) from one of the following communities: Beverly, Manchester, Essex, Hamilton, or Wenham.
Refrigerated Food Lockers
Automated Refrigerated Food Lockers provide more convenient food for anyone in need. Food-insecure community members living in Beverly, Manchester, Hamilton, Wenham, and Essex are able to pick up food they’ve ordered online through Beverly Bootstraps’ SmartChoice system with 24-hour access to the lockers located in two convenient locations within in Beverly.
Free, Fresh Produce at Mobile Market
Beverly Bootstraps hosts free Mobile Markets at local farmer’s markets, providing eligible households with fresh fruits and vegetables to promote better health and nutrition.
Participants can select free, fresh produce delivered directly to their neighborhood. These markets serve residents of local housing complexes and senior citizens who live in Beverly.
Thanksgiving Meals
Beverly Bootstraps provides Fixin’s for the Feast bags—filled with all the traditional Thanksgiving fixin’s—to help our neighbors enjoy a nourishing holiday meal. In addition to a pre-packed bag of Thanksgiving essentials, clients also receive a grocery store gift card to help complete their feast.
Click the button below to be added to our distribution list. You’ll receive an email in mid-October with pickup details.
Additional Food Resources
Free community meal Sites in Beverly
The Beverly community embraces those in need of a meal by providing a free dinner every night of the week. In partnership with Root, we support local churches and groups by offering and helping serve a free meal, fostering community and nourishment.
*You do not need to be a Beverly resident to attend these community meals.
Senior Lunches
Please reserve your lunch by 10:00 a.m. the day before
Community Dining Rooms serve lunch Monday through Friday, between 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Please contact your dining room for specific schedule information and to reserve your lunch.
Additional Food Resources
Our local partnerships and resource network allow us to connect clients not only with immediate support but also with the tools and services that help them build lasting self-sufficiency.
Additional resources to access food in our community are available.
Additional Programs and Services available through Beverly Bootstraps
Adult Education programs
Our Adult Education programs are designed to be accessible and practical, empowering students to build new skills, enhance job opportunities, and boost their earning potential.
We provide personalized tutoring to help students earn their High School Equivalency certificate and offer English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes to enhance communication skills. In addition, we help young adults and adults develop realistic plans for their future through our College and Career Readiness program.
Client Support Services
Our Case Management Team helps individuals and families navigate tough situations by connecting them with the resources they need.
After assessing each client’s financial and living circumstances, Case Managers provide personalized support to access essentials like food, housing, heat, utilities, clothing, and household goods. They also assist with applying for government benefits and help create action plans that guide clients toward long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Tax Preparation Services
For those who qualify, Beverly Bootstraps and its IRS-trained staff and volunteers prepare tax returns for low-income families and individuals at no cost.
If you want to learn more about earned income tax credit, please click here.
Back-to-school backpack program
Do you need help affording back-to-school supplies?
For over 21 years, Beverly Bootstraps’ Back-to-School Backpack Program has ensured that local children head into the school year feeling confident, prepared, and supported. By providing new backpacks filled with essential school supplies, this program eases the financial strain on families while setting students up for academic success.
This program is for residents of Beverly, Manchester, Hamilton, Wenham or Essex. Click learn more for the 2025 distribution dates.
Winter wishes holiday gift program
Do you need help with holiday gifts for your kids this year?
This community-supported holiday gift program helps provide your children in grades 12 and under with new clothes, games, and toys. Winter Wishes Holiday Gifts helps families living in Beverly, Manchester, Hamilton, Wenham, and Essex.
Registration opens Monday, September 15 for the 2025 Winter Wishes Holiday Gift program. Space is limited. Registration will close when all spots are full.
Calculating for Success
The calculator program is available to high school students within our service area, including Beverly, Essex, Hamilton, Manchester, Wenham areas.
Students enrolled in advanced math classes can apply for a free graphing calculator, ensuring they have the necessary tools to succeed in their coursework.
If students need help affording a graphing calculator, they should contact their math teacher at the start of the school year for assistance.
