The Society only considers requests that will benefit Marblehead residents. If you have lived in Marblehead for at least two years you may request financial assistance through the Marblehead Female Humane Society (MFHS).

Requests may be made through a number of local certified organizations who then refer the requests to the MFHS Board for review and disposition.

Marblehead Food Pantry
80 Atlantic Ave., Marblehead
781-631-8340

Marblehead Council on Aging
10 Humphrey St., Marblehead
781-631-6225

Marblehead Housing Authority
26 Rowland St., Marblehead
781-631-2580

Catholic Charities of Salem
280 Washington St., Salem
978-740-6923

Marblehead Counseling Center
66 Clifton Ave., Marblehead
781-631-8273

Marblehead Public Schools – Guidance Department
For Camperships contact
781-639-3100 – extension 20113

and Houses Of Worship
All requests are confidential.

When a decision is made, MFHS pays the bills and does not give cash directly to the person or family.

Assistance is considered a one-time gift and the board generally does not review repeat requests for financial assistance.