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 East Harlem.

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 East Harlem 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 East Harlem 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in East Harlem to see if any are 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 in East Harlem.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In East HarlemLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
St. Cecilia's Food Pantry
28 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 15th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
125 East 105Th Street
1st floor
NY, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 348-0488
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Zion AME Church
45 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/anotherchoiceyouthandfamilyoutreach Registration is required, Pantry will sms on the number if the it's close.. if doors are not open at 10 it means pantry will be closed
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required
  ID required for all members of the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Friday
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Friday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1765 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 369-6643
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
New York Common Pantry
1 hour 2 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
Info
Choice Pantry Program

Offers fresh, culturally appropriate and nutritious food free to participants who qualify.

Pantry packages are supplemental grocery packages in five food categories: protein, dairy, grains, fruits and vegetables, proportional to the number of individuals in the family and provided every two weeks.

Please bring photo ID for all adults in the household, ID for all children in the household, e.g., birth certificate, school letter, and proof of address, e.g., rent receipt or lease.

Hot Meals/Brown Bag Lunches Program provides hot, nutritionally balanced meals to our guests during weekdays and a sandwich, snack and beverage for take-away during weekends. Everyone is welcome.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  Client choice pantry
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Next Sunday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Saturday, Sunday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Saturday, Friday, Thursday
Location
8 East 109th Street
Ground Floor
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(917) 720-9700
https://nycommonpantry.org/home/food-programs-2/
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 East Harlem.
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)
New York Common Pantry, Nourish
average user rating

0.3 mi
- Requirements
  Must have a New York state address and meet financial eligibility requirements
  Seniors Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  8:00 am–5:00 pm
- 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
423 E 138th St, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10454
directions
Contact
(917) 982-2564
http://nycommonpantry.org/home/what-we-do/programs/
Food pantry (groceries)
LSA Family Health Service
14 minutes
average wait time

0.31 mi
Info
You can make your appointment now by registering with Plentiful. To register, text “FOOD” to 726-879 or download the Plentiful app for Android devices at the Google Play store here.

Emergency assistance continues to be available for anyone without an appointment. If you need assistance please call 646-672-5200 and press 1.
- Requirements
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 pm–11:30 am
- Wed, May 8th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 pm–11:30 am
- Wed, May 15th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 pm–11:30 am
- 9:00 pm–11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
333 E 115 St
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(646) 672-5200
https://littlesistersfamily.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Macedonia Church Assembly of God
1 hour 34 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Friday
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Fri, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Fri, May 17th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Friday
Location
340 E 106th St
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 410-3412
http://www.bcc.cuny.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/directory-of-food-pantry-resources.pdf
Food pantry (groceries)
DreamCenterNYC, Kings Houses
average user rating

0.44 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Friday
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, May 17th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1390 5th Ave
New York, NY 10026
directions
Contact
(917) 327-6050
https://www.dreamcenter.nyc/support
Food pantry (groceries)
Beth Hark Christian Counseling Center - Food Pantry
1 hour 45 minutes
average wait time

0.6 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Next Thursday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2 East 120th Street
New York, NY 10035
directions
Contact
(212) 860-1523
https://www.bethharkccc.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
DreamCenterNYC, Wagner Houses
5 minutes
average wait time

0.62 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Friday
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, May 17th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
E 120th St & Pleasant Ave
New York, NY 10035
directions
Contact
(917) 327-6050
https://www.dreamcenter.nyc/support
Food pantry (groceries)
Project Create/Franciscan Handmaids of Mary - Anthony House
2 hours
average wait time

0.61 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, May 8th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, May 15th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
73 Malcolm X Blvd
New York, NY 10026
directions
Contact
(212) 663-1596
http://www.createinc.org/index.asp
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in East Harlem 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 East Harlem 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in East Harlem to see if any are 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 in East Harlem.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Harlem for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.