“An estimated 40% of households in Massachusetts report experiencing food insecurity in 2025. Many of these individuals report foregoing necessary medical and dental care for themselves or their children. This group experiences higher rates of disease across the board including mental health conditions, diabetes, athsma, and dental disease. They are less likely to volunteer in their communities, vote in an election, or participate in job training or educational courses.

(2025 Greater Boston Food Bank’s Fifth Statewide Food Access Report - The Cost of Hunger in Massachusetts. Authored by The Greater Boston Food Bank in collaboration with Mass General Brigham)