The Pages and Packs Pantry is a collaborative effort between the Joshua Hyde Public Library (JHPL) and the Tantasqua/Union 61 School District, working together to support individuals and families in need throughout the Sturbridge community. This initiative is especially focused on helping students and their families, ensuring they have access to essential food items outside of school hours.
Maintained by volunteers, the pantry offers a variety of non-perishable foods, personal hygiene items, books, and backpacks. Open to everyone, books are provided by the Friends of the Joshua Hyde Public Library, backpacks and hygiene items are funded in part by a grant, and the food relies entirely upon donations.
- Available anytime the library is open
- No residency or income restrictions
- No need to check-in with staff
- Bags are available to carry goods
- After entering, take a left and it is on the left
- Come in and pick up what you need, that's it!
** Please mark your pantry use on our clipboard located in the pantry
Donate Food
We accept non-perishable, non-expired foods. Drop off food donations directly inside the library, or at our partner drop-off location:
8 Central St.
Brookfield, MA
More drop-off locations to come soon!
Donate Money
Monetary donations allow us to purchase specific food items, enabling us to fill gaps in our pantry selection. Checks can be made out to "Friends of the Joshua Hyde Public Library" and cash payments are accepted at the desk. Donate online using the link below.
Donate Time
Volunteer your time to help us with the pantry--restocking and organizing the shelves, checking expiration dates, and more. Express your interest by emailing the pantry coordinators using the link below.