A mother and her child with a disability experienced an unexpected crisis in December when her partner, the sole provider, abruptly left the household just before Christmas Among the urgent needs the family had to fill were food, heat, and rent Faced with a decision about what to prioritize, which would you choose?
These are the kinds of questions our clients grapple with every day. An abrupt change in circumstances can throw your whole world into disarray.
This family initially reached out to Brockton Public Schools and, through our partnership with BPS, The Charity Guild was able to coordinate an emergency food package and enroll the family in the Brockton Area Hunger Network (BAHN) Cooperative, ensuring continued food support
In addition to serving up to 2,000 community members each month, we strive to respond swiftly when we learn of emergency situations such as this Aiding families in distress has been a hallmark of The Guild for its entire 55-year history It is your support that makes this relief possible.
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We are so grateful to the local businesses and organizations that hosted coin & dollar and food drives to support The Charity Guild food programs during the holidays!
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This Valentine’s Day, TCG volunteers and team members assembled 70 care packages for Brockton High School students who benefit from our food pantry. They included candy, lip balm, and other personal items. It was a joy to see the smiles on their faces when they received their gifts!
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Three cheers for Sharon Crescent United Credit Union and TruNorth Bank for taking our Volunteer Pledge!
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Leiara, 23, and Gordon, 90, have what might be considered a surprising friendship They met when Leiara, a Charity Guild volunteer, started making home deliveries to Gordon
Now, they celebrate birthdays together, talk about their shared interests, and Leiara enjoys helping Gordon out whenever she can
A U S military veteran, Gordon isn’t able to get out to a grocery store or to our Main Street walkup pantry He benefits from our home delivery program, which brings fresh food to senior citizens and the homebound about once a month.
Leiara got involved with The Charity Guild over a year ago through her longtime friend Amber, Program Coordinator at The Charity Guild.
At first, Leiara would drop off food for Gordon like many other homes: a smile and a wave, maybe a quick conversation. Those short conversations turned longer and longer, and Gordon and Leiara came to really look forward to their visits.
“We bonded the more I would go. I work in the sheet metal union and he used to do metal fabrication, so we would talk about that,” said Leiara.
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Over time, the two have formed a friendship that goes beyond the Guild During the heavy storms this winter, Gordon called Leiara to share his worry that if there was an emergency, no one would be able to get to him She went over right away to shovel him out
Leiara drops by from time to time for lunch, bringing treats for Gordon’s dog and even a souvenir from her vacation to St Croix
“He’s a very joyful person,” Leiara shared
And joy is what we all hope to share every day
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers support our daily operations, from making home deliveries to sorting food to helping at events. To learn more, visit thecharityguild.org.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Be a Monthly Mealmaker
It’s easier than ever to set up a recurring donation supporting The Charity Guild Steady, reliable donations help us plan our annual budget with an expectation of how many community members we’ll be able to serve, and find ways to increase capacity.
Make a Planned Gift
Make a lasting impact and a deeply personal statement by including The Charity Guild in your estate plans This allows us to plan for the future and approach new challenges with confidence
Visit thecharityguild.org/support to make your gift or learn more.
Upcoming Events
Seeds of Change
• April
TCG distributes care kits for senior citizens and homebound clients to brighten their days.
A Get Together for Good • May 18
5 to 8 PM
Shovel Town Brewery
Tickets: $50
Sponsorships available
Food Concert • April 12
The Brockton Symphony Orchestra hosts a concert benefiting The Charity Guild
Good food and good fun with good friends, all to the tune of DJ Joe Lupica Join us for a casual get together to help feed those in need Enjoy a night out with friends, tons of exciting raffle prizes, and a chance to give back!
Mother’s Day Program
• May
Students at a Brockton public elementary school select gifts for someone special, bringing joy to students and their loved ones.
Annual Fundraising Gala • October 29
Join 200+ guests for our biggest fundraising event of the year! Proceeds ensure the longevity and reliability of our food programs, which help more than 2,000 community members every month.
High Five for $5 • September
In honor of Hunger Action Month, help spread awareness and raise money to support our food programs.
Holiday Helpers • November & December
Host a coin & dollar drive at your business or holiday gathering during this especially hard time of year.
Sponsorships are welcome for all events and programs Visit thecharityguild org/support to learn more
FOOD INSECURITY FACTS
Basic needs that compete for food dollars in households with food insecurity:
Source: 2025 Greater Boston Food Bank Annual Survey
3,000 adults surveyed from November 2024 to March 2025
