More than a Warehouse
a Shared Lifeline
Shared Warehouse & Cross-Docking
For an individual food pantry, sourcing and storing enough food to meet rising needs is a monumental task. Limited space, a lack of cold storage, and the logistical challenge of traveling to a central distributor can strain already limited resources. We recognized that by working together, we could build a stronger, more efficient system for everyone.
The South Shore Food Bank's warehouse is the heart of that system—a regional logistics hub designed to support our entire network of pantry partners. We see it as an infrastructure of possibility, a shared resource that removes burdens from individual pantries so they can focus on what they do best: serving their neighbors with dignity and care. Instead of every pantry for themselves, we have created a shared safety net that strengthens food security for the whole South Shore.
HOW IT WORKS
Our warehouse and cross-docking model is built for efficiency, collaboration, and maximizing the amount of fresh food available to our partners.
Cross-docking efficiency
Using a cross-docking model, food is transferred directly from inbound to outbound transportation with minimal time in storage. This means products, especially fresh produce, get to our pantry partners faster and fresher.
Shared Resources
Our facility provides partner pantries with access to critical infrastructure they may not have on their own, including essential cold storage, van-sharing for transportation, and logistical support.
A GBFB Regional Hub
We are proud to be one of the Greater Boston Food Bank's largest regional hubs. This partnership allows us to receive tractor-trailer-sized shipments of food directly, which we then process for our local partners.
The Impact
1.4 million lbs
Over 1.4 million pounds of food was distributed through our warehouse in 2023.
41%
41% of all food distributed was fresh produce, made possible by our shared cold storage.
30+ Pantries
We serve as a central logistics hub for 30+ pantry partners across the South Shore.
Branch Manager
Rockland Trust
"I made it a personal mission of mine to recruit my colleagues every second and fourth Friday to spend two hours at the warehouse in Rockland."
How You Can Help Power the Hub
Fund the Infrastructure
Your donation helps cover essential warehouse operating costs like rent, utilities, insurance, and equipment maintenance.
Be a Warehouse Volunteer
We rely on volunteers to help us receive, sort, and stage millions of pounds of food for our partners each year.
Lend Your Logistics Expertise
If you have a background in transportation, supply chain management, or warehouse operations, consider volunteering your professional skills to help us improve our systems.
