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 New York City.

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 New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckxexc1jz02580413fd7wddny">Public Health Solutions</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckxexc1jq01290413lrhuxs8b">Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Benefits Hotline</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in New York City 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 New York City - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In New York CityLemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries)
Commonpoint Queens- The Jack & Shirley Silver Hub
95 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

Info
Pre-order Required: Now, everyone needs to order before coming in.

Order Deadline: You can order by 2:00 PM on Mondays or Tuesdays to pick up on Wednesday after 10:30 AM. Or you can order by 2:00 PM on Wednesdays or Thursdays to pick up on Friday after 10:30 AM.

Pickup on Assigned Date: It's important to come on the day we tell you. If you don't, we'll give your order to another family who needs it.

How to Order: Call (718)-268-5057 or text 201-464-0685 with your name and phone number.

Pickup Date: When you call, we'll tell you when you can come pick up your order. Food pantry would resume in November
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–2:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:30 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, January 3rd (next week)
  10:30 am–2:00 pm
- 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Friday
Location
77-17 Queens Boulevard
Elmhurst, NY 11373
directions
Contact
(718) 268-5057
https://www.commonpointqueens.org/program/digital-food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Corona SDA Church
83 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 11 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sun, January 5th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
35-30 103rd St
New York, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 651-4534
https://www.coronasdachurch.org
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SNAP/EBT
Public Health Solutions
21 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time
Info
Their counselors will help you find out if you qualify for SNAP, gather required documents, and submit your application. They will also provide referrals to other programs you may need, like WIC and health insurance.

Call to get started with SNAP enrollment over the phone. You may have to leave a voicemail, but someone will call you back within 48 hours. Find the number for your borough below:

Bronx and Manhattan: 646-584-1553

Brooklyn: 646-819-2451 For Spanish: Jose 646-793-0841/ Rosemary 646-399-4822 (For Kings County Hospital SNAP services, call 646-771-5620)

Queens: 646-942-2431

Staten Island: 929-270-2181

You can also fill out their request form online, and someone will get back to you: https://www.healthsolutions.org/find-services/
Schedule
- Open now!
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- 8:30 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Thursday, Wednesday
Location
40 Worth Street
New York, NY 10013
directions
Contact
(800) 544-8269
https://www.healthsolutions.org/community-work/food-nutrition/snap-assistance/
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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 New York City.
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!
SNAP/EBT
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Benefits Hotline
12 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
They distribute food by lottery system you need to register for lottery in first 14 days of month to participate if you will not win the lottery your name will be added in next lottery automatically, NMIC’s benefits team can help you with more than 40 different public benefits, including SNAP, housing issues, and more. Open hours vary depending on benefits requested, so check website for details: https://www.nmic.org/covid-19-services/.

Call our Benefits Hotline (929) 415 – 8745 on Mondays from 10 AM – 2 PM, or email Dale Reyes at dalereyes@nmic.org with any questions.
Schedule
- Open now!
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
45 Wadsworth Avenue
New York, NY 10033
directions
Contact
(929) 415-8745
https://www.nmic.org/benefits/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Stacey's Pantry
78 reviews
Claimed
18 minutes
average wait time
Info
Make an appointment on Friday at 11am or Saturday at 9 am

Text 917-533-1679 for appointments for Fri & Sat

Closed Easter weekend
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–10:00 am
  Walk-ins accepted
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
  Walk-ins accepted
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
  Walk-ins accepted
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
48-08 91st Place
Elmhurst, NY 11373
directions
Contact
(917) 533-1679
https://www.facebook.com/Staceyspantryelmhurst/
Food pantry (groceries)
Heavenly Vision Christian Center
58 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Get a number/ticket
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Tue, January 7th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Tue, January 14th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2868 Jerome Ave
New York, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(718) 220-8124
https://heavenlyvision.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Elmcor Youth and Adult Services Inc.
74 reviews
Unclaimed
51 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, January 15th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
33-16 108 Street
Corona, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 651-0096
www.elmcor.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
BREAD OF LIFE FOOD PANTRY
76 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 3 minutes
average wait time

Info
Distribution is every other saturday , Starting this week 13th april
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Sat, January 18th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Sat, February 1st (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every 2 weeks on Saturday
Location
1104 Elder Ave
Bronx, NY 10472
directions
Contact
(914) 315-7060
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Food pantry (groceries)
Evangelical Church Christ Is the Light Church, Inc (Iglesia Evangelica Cristo Es La Luz)
33 reviews
Unclaimed
34 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am
- Fri, January 3rd (next week)
  9:00 am
- Fri, January 10th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
89-14 48th Ave
New York, NY 11373
directions
Contact
(347) 742-7614
https://www.hungerfreeamerica.org/en-us/nyc
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Food pantry (groceries)
Blessed Sacrament Church (Bklyn)
51 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 56 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, January 8th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, January 15th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
198 Euclid Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11208
directions
Contact
(718) 827-1200
https://blessedsacrament.nyc/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City that’s open today: Public Health Solutions, Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Benefits Hotline
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in New York City for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.