"Important update for SNAP recipients: New federal work requirements take effect June 1, 2026, and may affect adults ages 18 to 64 who don't have children under 14. If this applies to you, you may need to report work, training, or volunteer hours each month to keep your benefits. Some people may qualify for an exemption. Don't wait to find out if you're affected. Visit nyc.gov/OhSNAP or call 718-762-7669 to learn more and get help." Met Council's Benefits Helpline provides assistance with SNAP and health insurance. To apply, leave a message including your name, number, and ZIP code at 212-453-9532 for a callback within 24 hours. There is no walk-in service at a physical location. Tax services are no longer offered by this line.

first-come, first-served line. Clients may visit once per week. Volunteers are needed.

"For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring."

Pre-order Required: Now, everyone needs to order before coming in to get know if they have enough food to give

Order Deadline: You can order by 12:00PM on Wednesday and Friday to receive food

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.

"Important update for SNAP recipients: New federal work requirements may affect adults ages 18 to 64 who don't have children under 14. If this applies to you, you may need to report work, training, or volunteer hours each month to keep your benefits. Some people may qualify for an exemption. Timelines vary by state, so don't wait to find out if you're affected. For more information, visit the USDA SNAP Work Requirements page, or contact your local SNAP office or call 211."

• 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.

• Mondays is the day to register for the pantry lottery

"Important update for SNAP recipients: New federal work requirements take effect June 1, 2026, and may affect adults ages 18 to 64 who don't have children under 14. If this applies to you, you may need to report work, training, or volunteer hours each month to keep your benefits. Some people may qualify for an exemption. Don't wait to find out if you're affected. Visit nyc.gov/OhSNAP or call 718-762-7669 to learn more and get help."

Call to get started with SNAP enrollment over the phone for the Age Blind and Disabled Program. You may have to leave a voicemail, but someone will call you back within 48 hours. An automated system will first ask you to indicate your borough of residence. For assistance, call (800) 544-8369 or text your question to that number.

Our food pantry is open every TUESDAY downstairs in the Father Smith Center. Tickets are required and are given out at 9:00 AM. We suggest you come early to join the queue, as lines often form well in advance. Clients need to bring ID. For more information, call the parish office at (718) 295-6800.

Fridays: Provides tickets as early as 6:30 AM and the distribution starts at 11:30 AM. Serves 250 families. Saturdays: Grab and Go meals provided to 300 guest. Starts at 11:30 until food supplies last.

This volunteer-run, faith-based community pantry at Lost Sheep Christian Center serves the Soundview/Parkchester area. It provides free groceries to individuals and families and may also distribute clothing and personal care items. The pantry is open to all, and a photo ID is requested at intake.

This church-hosted Food Bank For NYC pantry provides free groceries to the community. It is open monthly on the third Saturday.