NSKS provides food, emergency shelter, and a wide range of supportive services to individuals and families throughout Greater Nashua. We work to improve and increase access to a full spectrum of basic needs through engaging in advocacy work, conducting sustainable programs, and thoughtfully collaborating with peer agencies.
Food Services
Please arrive on time. We cannot let you in early, because other programs are frequently occurring during that time. Remember to bring along your own shopping bags to carry your food items. NSKS does not provide bags.
Perishable Items: Fruits, veggies, and bread are available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM; Tuesday 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
We are also open on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2 PM – 4 PM.
There is a limit of two pantry visits per week.
Food boxes: Eggs, meat, and nonperishable items are available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM; Tuesday is 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
We are also open on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2 PM – 4 PM.
There is a limit of one box per month.
Pop Up Pantries
Download a list of Summer 2024 Pop Up Pantries
Personal Care
Personal care items are available to Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter clients. No identification is required. A family or individual can request a toiletry bag once a month through the pantry. Toiletry bags are filled with whatever donations we have on hand.
Diapers: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM; Tuesday 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. They are also available on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2 PM – 4 PM. (quantities are limited).
Hygiene Products: Available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11:00 AM – 2:45 PM; Tuesday 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. They are also available on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2 PM – 4 PM. Items include razors, shampoo, soap, toilet paper, and toothpaste. Personal care bags are limited to once a month.
Shower: Available for unsheltered persons. Walk-ins are welcome Monday – Friday from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Laundry: Available for unsheltered persons. Walk-ins welcome Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
