Central Cares Food Pantry
Let’s work together to support our students and families.
Our Mission
The Central Cares Food Pantry provides a welcoming space where students and families in need can access food to help balance their daily diet.
This pantry was created in response to the challenges some members of our Central community face in making ends meet.
Our goal is to keep the pantry stocked and build awareness that it’s a supportive, respectful resource for those who need it.
Contact Information
Gail DeCecco
Principal, Central High School
gail.dececco@ppsd.org
Renee M. Walker
Assistant Principal, Central High School
renee.walker@ppsd.org
Pantry Location
Central Cares Food Pantry
Room 204, Central High School
70 Fricker Street, Providence, RI 02903
401.456.9111
Central Cares Receives $1,000 Grant
We’re excited to share that Central High School was awarded a $1,000 grant from The Global Fund to End Childhood Hunger and Poverty to support our Central Cares Food Pantry. This generous funding will help us expand our pantry offerings, restock essential items, and continue providing food and basic necessities to students and families who need support. We are deeply grateful for this partnership and proud of the work our community is doing to ensure every Knight has access to the resources they deserve.
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Pantry is open daily during school hours.
Except from 10:50am to 12:40pm.
Food available for Central students and their families.
Pick-Up
Any Central family in need of food can:
Call the Main Office to schedule a pickup: 401.456.9111
Visit: Central High School, 70 Fricker Street, Providence, RI
Students can also see Ms. Walker in the Main Office.
Drop-Off
Donations are accepted any time during school hours.
Please ring the bell at the entrance — someone will assist you in collecting your items.
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Let’s work together to support our students and families.
