If you are a Plainville resident experiencing a crisis caused by health problems, loss of a loved one, low income or unemployment, you may be eligible to receive assistance through the Plainville Community Food Pantry. If you are not a Plainville resident, we encourage you to contact INFOLINE by dialing or click 2-1-1 for information about assistance programs in your town.
All individuals and families must complete an application
and provide the documents on the Requirements list
before the pantry can assist them. To apply, click on the
forms below, print them out and complete them.
Eligibility Application Form:
Any Plainville resident experiencing financial hardship is
encouraged to apply to the PCFP for assistance.
Eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis. We
take into consideration the entire household’s income and
subtract the necessary documented expenses (i.e.
housing, utilities, medical bills and co-pays, child care). If
you think you may be eligible for assistance, contact
PCFP at (860)747-1919.
Once you complete the application and gather the necessary paperwork, call the pantry at (860) 747-1919 to make an appointment to drop them off. Appointments are mandatory. Our appointment schedule ensures client and applicant confidentiality.
Upon completion of the application process, the applicant's file will be reviewed and PCFP will evaluate it for eligibility. Clients will be notified of eligibility.
Click here to take the 211 Benefits survey that will tell you what you or your family maybe eligible for