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 Far Rockaway.

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 Far Rockaway 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 Far Rockaway 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 Far Rockaway that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckzijhnni3921223ox8zym1cgfm">Rockaway Community Justice Center</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckz6jiww0001404z67mqfroj1">The United Methodist Center of Far Rockaway, Inc.</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cla0040c9000bjo0f2wpgf76w">Jasa-Jewish Association for Services</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cl0kjxbty0002041o7r3yxe7o">Jesus is Justice Mission</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In Far RockawayLemontree 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)
AIDS Center of Queens County, Far Rockaway
19 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

0.19 mi
Info
THEY GIVEOUT 100 BAGS EACH WEEK
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Friday
  9:30 am
- Fri, June 20th (next week)
  9:30 am
- Fri, June 27th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am
- July 4th is Independence Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Fri, July 4th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am
- 9:30 am
  every week on Friday
Location
1600 Central Ave
New York, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 868-8645
https://acqc.org/about-acqc/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Community Council of Rockaway Peninsula
11 reviews
Unclaimed
6 hours 17 minutes
average wait time

0.19 mi
Info
Sign up on website to order food at : https://market.metcouncil.org/s/login/SelfRegister?language=en_US

Client Choice Pantry
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Registration required on site
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–1:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–1:30 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, June 19th (next week)
  9:30 am–1:30 pm
- 9:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
15-25 Central Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 327-7755
https://jccrp.org/services/general-social-services-entitlements/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Rockaway Community Justice Center
14 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

0.18 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Offers job training/assistance
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
  Client Service hours
  Come early to make a line starting at 9am
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm
- Wed, June 18th (next week)
  12:00 pm
- Wed, June 25th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
1922 Mott Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(347) 727-7125
https://queensdefenders.org/community-outreach/food-pantry/
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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 Far Rockaway.
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)
St. Mary Star of The Sea
14 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

0.34 mi
Info
Some rules need to be put in place they are as follows:

RESPECT - We expect everyone coming to the pantry to respect the staff and other clients. We would not tolerate anyone being disrespectful or behaving in an unmannerly way, hence, we would ask you to leave. the premises.

TIME - Please be on time for your reservation. If you are ten minutes late or more, you will have. to reschedule.

GIVEAWAYS - Clients from time to time, we do have giveaways. Some of you do not think of others and want to grab everything and go, that has to stop as there is enough for everyone. PLEASE SHARE.

RESERVATION - Please do not call on the day of the pantry asking for a reservation for that day.That will no longer be accepted. Calls must be made at least a week before the appointment. Must leave your name and telephone number and someone will return your call.

PANTRY TELEPHONE - The pantry telephone is a house phone number. Calls are returned after 5:00PM since the food pantry director is not at home during the day.

If you do not have a reservation do not show up at the food pantry, you will not be attended to.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
  Appointments required
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  1:00 pm–3:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Fri, June 20th (next week)
  1:00 pm–3:30 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 1:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1920 New Haven Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(347) 246-9344
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
The United Methodist Center of Far Rockaway, Inc.
21 reviews
Claimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  Dinner
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1032 beach 19th street
far rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 327-5071
Food pantry (groceries)
First Church of God
15 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Registration required on site
- Wed, July 2nd (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Registration required on site
- Wed, July 16th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Registration required on site
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
Location
14-25 Beach Channel Drive
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 327-1114
https://www.fcogny.org/calendar
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Far Rockaway
3 reviews
Unclaimed
40 minutes
average wait time

0.26 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:00 am
- Next Wednesday
  8:00 am
- Mon, June 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am
- 8:00 am
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
Location
15-10 Redfern Ave
New York, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 327-2208
http://firstbaptistchurchoffarrockaway.com/index.php
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Russell Sage Memorial Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.52 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–10:30 am
- Sat, June 21st (next week)
  9:30 am–10:30 am
- Sat, June 28th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–10:30 am
- 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
8-96 Central Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 327-2440
https://www.firstpresfarrock.com/about-us
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Financial assistance
Jasa-Jewish Association for Services
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
Serves Seniors 62 and above, $1.50 for every meal
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Registration required
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Friday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
155 Beach 19th Street
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
directions
Contact
(718) 327-5759
https://www.jasa.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jesus is Justice Mission
9 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 39 minutes
average wait time

0.75 mi
Info
You are required to arrive and ensure your cart is in line at around 6 am to make sure you receive food even though the food starts beeing distributed after 11 am. This is because people start lining up that early.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
  Offers job training/assistance
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm
- Wed, June 18th (next week)
  12:00 pm
- Wed, June 25th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
223 Beach 28th St New York, NY 11691

directions
Contact
(917) 566-1961
https://justiceorg.cfsites.org/custom.php?pageid=29440
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Far Rockaway 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 Far Rockaway 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 Far Rockaway that’s open today: Rockaway Community Justice Center, The United Methodist Center of Far Rockaway, Inc., Jasa-Jewish Association for Services, Jesus is Justice Mission
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Far Rockaway for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.