BB News
Read the latest on all the wonderful things Beverly Bootstraps is doing to support the members of our local communities.
Amaury’s Summer Harvest with Vinfen
Summer means gardening season, and for Amaury, it’s been a season full of growth in more ways than one. Each day, he can be found in his garden, tending his vegetables, feeling the warmth of the sun, and connecting with nature and himself. Gardening has become a time...
Tribute to Tom Gifford
Tom Gifford’s vision and compassion led to the creation of Beverly Bootstraps Food Pantry, shaping a community dedicated to ending hunger and helping families achieve self-sufficiency.
Beverly Bootstraps Welcomes New Executive Director, Allison Caffrey
With nearly two decades of nonprofit leadership experience, Allison joins Beverly Bootstraps at a pivotal time, as the number of individuals and households seeking assistance continues to grow and demand for our services reaches new heights. She will lead a dedicated team in meeting these challenges with compassion, innovation, and a commitment to the mission.
Beverly Bootstraps Provides Critical Support to Community Members
Jim*, an elderly veteran, recently came to Beverly Bootstraps with tears in his eyes. Holding a letter from the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) that helps low-income individuals meet their basic needs, he expressed his fears of losing his home. Jim...
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.
Beverly Bootstraps Food Pantry Faces Growing Demand
Beverly Bootstraps Food Pantry is seeing a 17% rise in food assistance visits as 34% of Essex County households struggle with hunger. With federal aid cuts and increasing need, your donations are vital to feeding nearly 2,000 people each month. Join us in supporting our community’s fight against food insecurity.





