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.

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 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 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 that’s open today: 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 for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Community League of the Height's Pantry
29 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.9 mi
Info
Registration is on Tuesdays call between 3PM TO 5PM

You must provide a valid NY State picture ID and proof of address (Con Ed bill , cable , lease or any City or State document)
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  CLOSED
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 31st (next week)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Saturday
Location
508 West 159 Street
New York, NY 10032
directions
Contact
(212) 795-4779
https://www.cloth159.org/health-and-wellness
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Food pantry (groceries)
El Nido de Esperanza, Washington Heights Ecumenical Food Pantry
12 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.67 mi
Info
Available only to members who take their parenting class and only accepting families in Washington heights. We are only accepting women who are pregnant Register online: https://nidodeesperanza.my.site.com/refer/s/ and a social worker will call you to schedule and appointment. More info on the pantry will be discussed after online registration
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am–5:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  11:30 am–5:00 pm
- Tue, January 6th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–5:00 pm
- 11:30 am–5:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 11:30 am–5:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 11:30 am–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
- 11:30 am–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
4111 Broadway
New York, NY 10033
directions
Contact
(646) 368-1117
https://nidodeesperanzanyc.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Catholic Charities Washington Heights Food Pantry
30 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.84 mi
Info
Line starts forming at around 8:30 please be sure to arrive early.
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  CLOSED
- Thu, January 1st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
665 West 182nd Street
New York, NY 10033
directions
Contact
(646) 630-2390
https://www.catholiccharitiesnyvolunteer.org/opportunity/a0C6T000013X0BNUA0/2022-cccs-washington-heights-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.
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)
Met Council - Jewish Community of Washington Heights & Inwood
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.87 mi
Info
Only serving neighbourhood. Make appointment by call before going to the pantry.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Pre-registration required by phone
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Kosher food available
Schedule
- Wed, January 7th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 14th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 21st (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
121 Bennett Ave
11A
New York, NY 10033
directions
Contact
(212) 568-5450
https://www.jccwashingtonheights.org/services-and-programs/#foodpantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
New York City Love Kitchen - Pop-Up Pantry
18 reviews
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.78 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 3rd (next week)
  10:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, February 7th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, March 7th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
West 181st Street
New York, NY 10033
directions
Contact
(470) 838-9292
https://www.nyclovekitchen.com
SNAP/EBT
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Benefits Hotline
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Families need to complete the 2024-25 school meal & summer EBT application to receive summer benefits ($120 per eligible child)- name spelling, address, etc. all need to be up to date and accurate! Summer EBT Outreach Toolkit" https://summerebt.ny.gov/ 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
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- This Wednesday
  CLOSED
  Walk-ins accepted
- This Thursday
  CLOSED
  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)
Holy Trinity Food Pantry Plus
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.92 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Sat, January 3rd (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 17th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 7th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2367 Lemoine Ave
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
directions
Contact
(201) 947-1216
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Michael Roman Catholic Church
21 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.38 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- December 26th is Day after Christmas
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Friday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, January 2nd (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, January 9th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
19 East Central Boulevard
Koreatown, NJ 07650
directions
Contact
(201) 944-1061
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Food pantry (groceries)
International Pentecostal Church food bank
52 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.83 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- December 26th is Day after Christmas
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Friday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tue, December 30th (next week)
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Friday
Location
619 W 179th St
New York, NY 10033
directions
Contact
(212) 568-3531
https://thecommunity.nonprofitnewyork.org/s/account/0018000000WGHIwAAP/international-pentecostal-church
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We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
19 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.94 mi
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Number of household members
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 31st (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Saturday
Location
941 Slocum Avenue
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
directions
Contact
(201) 837-3189
https://stpaulchurchnj.org/food-pantry
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 that’s open today: 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 for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.