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 Fordham.

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 Fordham 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 Fordham 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 Fordham that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckz6jiwvp000204z6updzi6vg">Citadel of God Almighty (COGA Cathedral)</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In FordhamLemontree 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 Simon Stock Food Pantry
37 minutes
average wait time

0.22 mi
Info
Must get ticket from 7am to 8am. Distributio starts at 9am
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Fri, April 26th (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Fri, May 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
2250 Ryer Avenue
Fordham Heights, NY 10457
directions
Contact
(718) 367-1251
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Creston Avenue Baptist Church
1 hour 19 minutes
average wait time

0.17 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Friday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- This Saturday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
114 East 188th Street
Fordham Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(718) 367-1754
http://www.crestonavenuebaptistchurch.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Every Day is a Miracle - Jerome Location
1 hour 21 minutes
average wait time

0.23 mi
Info
Client Registration and appointments can be done/made digitally now and the verification process can occur in person or over the phone with a member services associate. However, in-person services are still available: on Wednesdays at our main location, 2424 Jerome Ave, from 9a -12p ONLY.

Closed:

Thanksgiving week

Last two weeks of December
- Requirements
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–12:30 pm
  Client choice pantry
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, April 25th (next week)
  8:30 am–12:30 pm
  Client choice pantry
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, May 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–12:30 pm
  Client choice pantry
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 8:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
2424 Jerome Avenue
Timothy Dwight Elementary School P.S. 33
Fordham Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(347) 618-1162
www.edmnyc.org
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 Fordham.
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)
Louise Pantry at Nazareth Housing - Bronx
32 minutes
average wait time

0.28 mi
Info
Text “Food” to 726879, come to the office, or call the office (646) 713-2739 directly at to make an appointment.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Appointments required
  Schedule appointment through Plentify app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  7:30 am–10:00 am
  Appointments required
  Schedule appointment through Plentify app
- Wed, May 1st (in 2 weeks)
  7:30 am–10:00 am
  Appointments required
  Schedule appointment through Plentify app
- Wed, May 8th (in 3 weeks)
  7:30 am–10:00 am
  Appointments required
  Schedule appointment through Plentify app
- 7:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
406 East 184th Street
Brooklyn, NY 10458
directions
Contact
(646) 713-2739
https://nazarethhousingnyc.org/louises-pantry/
Food pantry (groceries)
Power Praise and Deliverance, Inc
5 minutes
average wait time

0.11 mi
Info
Letter from Social Worker signed by the case manager is accepted.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  12:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Fri, April 26th (next week)
  12:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Fri, May 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
120 E 184th St
New York, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(347) 409-0288
https://www.facebook.com/PowerPraiseDeliverance/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, Fordham & University
54 minutes
average wait time

0.43 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  No requirements
  Nightly mobile soup kitchen
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:45 pm–9:05 pm
- This Thursday
  8:45 pm–9:05 pm
- This Friday
  8:45 pm–9:05 pm
- 8:45 pm–9:05 pm
  every day
Location
2345 University Avenue
University Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
Food pantry (groceries)
Citadel of God Almighty (COGA Cathedral)
1 hour 9 minutes
average wait time

0.3 mi
Info
If distribution falls on a holiday or inclement weather, call 718-364-4320 (church office) to confirm if they are open.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, April 24th (next week)
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, May 1st (in 2 weeks)
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
422 E 183rd St
New York, NY 10458
directions
Contact
(718) 364-4320
https://cacwosembronx.com/new/
Food pantry (groceries)
BronxWorks Morris Older Adult Center
34 minutes
average wait time

0.43 mi
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Help with social services/public benefits
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
80 East 181st Street
Fordham Heights, NY 10453
directions
Contact
(718) 933-5300
https://bronxworks.org/our-services/benefits-and-other-assistance/food-pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army Bronx Tremont
45 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
Food Pantry distribution - until supplies last No need of volunteer as of now
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  ID required
- Tue, April 30th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  ID required
- Tue, May 7th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  ID required
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2121 Washington Ave
Bronx, NY 10457
directions
Contact
(718) 584-6250
https://www.facebook.com/bronxtremontyouth
Food pantry (groceries)
St Nicholas of Tolentine Church
1 hour 55 minutes
average wait time

0.43 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Tue, April 30th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Tue, May 7th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2345 University Avenue
University Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(718) 295-6800
https://stnicholasoftolentinebronx.org/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Fordham 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 Fordham 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 Fordham that’s open today: Citadel of God Almighty (COGA Cathedral)
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Fordham for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.