Daily Table was a nonprofit organization that worked on solving food insecurity by providing affordable groceries to the community. On May 9, 2025, Daily Table released an official announcement about the closure of all its stores. By May 12, 2025, it went out of business. This sudden closure came as a shock to many customers and residents.
Highlights
- A nonprofit grocery store addressing food insecurity closed all its locations by May 12.
- More than 3 million customers received healthy and nutritious food at affordable prices from Daily Table.
- Financial challenges, especially after the pandemic, led to the closure of Daily Table.
Daily Table Closed All Its Stores
Daily Table was a nonprofit grocery chain that started with its first store in Dorchester in 2015. The organization was formed with an aim to contribute to managing food insecurity issues in Boston. As of this month, four store locations have closed, with the Mattapan store having shut down earlier after two years of operation.
- Central Square, 684 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
- Dorchester, 450 Washington St, Boston, MA 02124
- Roxbury, 2201 Washington St, Roxbury, MA 02119
- Salem, 135 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970
The store announced on May 9, 2025, that it would close in the next few days, and as per expectations, the Boston and Salem locations closed on the weekend, and the remaining ones closed on May 12 after clearing the stock at discounted prices.
In the post, the Board of Directors of Daily Table mentioned that it was a tough decision, as it would leave a gap for those who relied on affordable, nutritious food over the past decade. As it was a sudden closure, the board apologized for the news coming as a shock. Amid challenges faced by other food resource organizations, Daily Table’s closure further affected community morale.
Journey of the Daily Table and What Led to the Closure Decision
Many families depended on the store for their grocery needs throughout the Daily Table’s operation. It was a medium for making healthy and fresh food accessible to all at affordable prices. During its operations, Daily Table served more than 3 million customers, saving them more than $16 million through its low pricing.
The rising financial challenges and lack of support from the federal government jeopardized Daily Table’s sustainability. Especially after the COVID-19 pandemic, food prices increased heavily, igniting uncertainties for the future. Daily Table plans to invest all its remaining resources into other similar organizations benefiting the community.
A lack of funding to fare through 2025 compelled Daily Table to close. However, the organization has suggested other resources to help individuals access affordable food. SNAP, the Greater Boston Food Bank pantry finder, and the Food Resource Guide are some of the resources that can help people.
