Mary Bielecki Foundation

The Mary Bielecki Foundation is a Braintree nonprofit that works to fill gaps in services for individuals and families in need across Massachusetts. Its work centers on three areas: hunger, health and homelessness. The foundation aims to act as a regional partner, fostering collaboration among organizations and using shared resources to give individuals and families tools for their future, with a motto of “Bridging Gaps Building Futures.”

Its programs include a food rescue effort that collects fresh, edible food from local farms that would otherwise go to waste and distributes it to a network of local pantries. The foundation also runs a mobile food pantry and pop-up pantries at locations including homeless shelters, offering food, personal care items, toys, strollers and other necessities. Local veterans in need receive food and meal support.

What to Know

• The foundation provides emergency assistance when local resources have been exhausted.
• It relies on donations and community support to fund its programs.
• It is a member of the Braintree Chamber of Commerce and the South Shore Chamber of Commerce.