You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Melrose.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places in Melrose accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Melrose do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Melrose that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cl53xqog62404474cvy48cu00d8">THE SALVATION ARMY BRONX CITADEL </a>, <a href="/directory/resources/697">Morrisania Revitalization Corp In.</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/1480">Bronx Center Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Melrose for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in Melrose - Lemontree Directory

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
THE SALVATION ARMY BRONX CITADEL
13 reviews
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time

0.19 mi
Info
For food pantry: clients are required to bring picture ID with address and proof of address like utility bills or proof of lease
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Requires 2 different proof of address that matches ID
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
425 East 159th Street
Melrose, NY 10451
directions
Contact
(718) 665-8472
http://salvationarmyny.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Morrisania Revitalization Corp In.
16 reviews
Unclaimed
26 minutes
average wait time

0.19 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
576 East 165th Street
Morrisania, NY 10456
directions
Contact
(718) 589-7858
https://mrcbx.org
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Grocery delivery, Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Manna of Life Ministries, Inc.
23 reviews
Unclaimed
42 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am
  Open to all
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–10:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–10:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am
  every week on Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Location
1101 Boston Road
Morrisania, NY 10456
directions
Contact
(347) 577-5788
http://mannaoflife.org/
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How do I get food?
You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.
Can someone deliver the food to my house?
Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Melrose.
What do I have to bring?
Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!
Food pantry (groceries)
Boom! Health, Wellness - Food Pantry
12 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.17 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
3144 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10451
directions
Contact
(917) 636-3662
https://www.boomhealth.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Covenant CDC Pantry
35 reviews
Unclaimed
37 minutes
average wait time

0.46 mi
Info
Walkins are accepted but you will be required to wait until everyone who made an appointment via plentiful is served and therefore might miss out on some food.

Appoinments are made via plentiful.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
1175 Boston Road
Bronx, NY 10456
directions
Contact
(718) 328-6072
https://newcovenantdevelopmentcorp.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Inspirational Gospel Assembly
22 reviews
Unclaimed
40 minutes
average wait time

0.48 mi
Info
Starts handing out tickets from 6am-7am
- Requirements
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  11:00 am
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am
- 11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
1211 Brook Avenue
Bronx, NY 10456
directions
Contact
(718) 640-7800
https://www.igaonline.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Word of Life International, Inc
12 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 19 minutes
average wait time

0.52 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  COVID vaccination help
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  11:00 am
  Seniors Only
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  11:00 am
- 11:00 am
  every week on Thursday
- 11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
830 Union Ave
Bronx, NY 10459
directions
Contact
(347) 323-6094
https://www.wordoflifefornewyorkcity.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bronx Center Food Pantry
40 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.56 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday, Thursday
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
402 East 152nd Street
Bronx , NY 10455
directions
Contact
(718) 292-9090
https://cccsny.org/services/neighborhood-centers-south-bronx
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Chapel of Restoration
13 reviews
Unclaimed
34 minutes
average wait time

0.46 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
1005 Morris Avenue
Concourse Village, NY 10456
directions
Contact
(718) 293-8996
https://rccgchapelofrestoration.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Thessalonia Baptist Church
9 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 15 minutes
average wait time

0.62 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 am
  Numbers are given out at 8:30am
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 am
  Numbers are given out at 8:30am
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 am
  Numbers are given out at 8:30am
- 10:00 am–12:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
951 Rev James A Polite Avenue
Bronx, NY 10459
directions
Contact
(347) 861-9887
https://www.thessaloniaworshipcenter.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Melrose accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.
What kind of food do they have?
Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Do they have vegetables?
Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Melrose do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
Do they have meat?
Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Any pantries open today?
If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Melrose that’s open today: THE SALVATION ARMY BRONX CITADEL , Morrisania Revitalization Corp In., Bronx Center Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Melrose for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.