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 Garden City South.

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 Garden City South 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 Garden City South 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 Garden City South that’s open today: SVDP-St. Catherine of Sienna , Academy Charter High School , Academy Charter School , Joseph A. McNeil Elementary School , Kennedy Memorial Park , Jackson Main Elementary School

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Garden City South for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Garden City South for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Garden City South, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
SVDP-St. Catherine of Sienna
3 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.96 mi
Info
Parish Human Services/Outreach Ministry at St. Catherine of Sienna operates a food pantry providing non‑perishable foods and daily‑living supplies for individuals and families in need, offers seasonal holiday food baskets, and provides guidance and referrals to other social services; assistance is confidential and faith affiliation is not required.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Tomorrow
9:00 am–12:00 pm
This Thursday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
995 Lutz St
Franklin Square, NY 11010
directions
Contact
(516) 437-2750
https://stcatherineofsienna.org/outreach/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Hyde Park Catholic Food Pantry
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.82 mi
Info
The Church of the Holy Spirit's food pantry and main office have moved to the Notre Dame Parish Center. The food pantry operates on Monday and Thursday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The Parish Center's general operating hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:15 AM-8:00 PM; Friday, 9:15 AM-2:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM; and Sunday, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Thursday
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Next Monday
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Thu, August 6th (next week)
10:00 am–2:00 pm
10:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Monday, Thursday
Location
5 Mayfair Road
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
directions
Contact
(516) 354-0359
https://newhydeparkcatholic.com/holyspirit/social-ministry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Academy Charter High School
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

1.75 mi
Info
Provides free meals to all children 18 and younger through the USDA Summer Food Service Program during the school summer break. Children do not need to be enrolled at the school to receive a meal, since the site runs in congregate open-meal mode. Breakfast and lunch are served during scheduled hours and are available to any child in the community on a walk-in basis.
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
11:30 am–1:30 pm
Tomorrow
8:30 am–10:30 am
Tomorrow
11:30 am–1:30 pm
8:30 am–10:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
11:30 am–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
127 Franklin Avenue
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
(516) 408-2202
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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 Garden City South.
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!
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Academy Charter School
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

1.75 mi
Info
A Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) open meal site operated by The Academy Charter School at its Hempstead Elementary campus.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
11:30 am–1:30 pm @ Academy Charter School - Hempstead Elementary
Tomorrow
8:30 am–10:30 am @ Academy Charter School - Hempstead Elementary
Tomorrow
11:30 am–1:30 pm @ Academy Charter School - Hempstead Elementary
8:30 am–10:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
11:30 am–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
117 North Franklin Street
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
(516) 408-2202
https://academycharterschool.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Joseph A. McNeil Elementary School
0 reviews
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2.43 mi
Info
USDA Summer Food Service Program site operated by the Hempstead Union Free School District Food Services Department at Joseph A. McNeil Elementary School. Provides free, nutritious breakfast and lunch to children 18 and younger during summer recess on a walk-in basis through a congregate feeding model.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Tomorrow
8:00 am–9:00 am
Tomorrow
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
8:00 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
335 South Franklin Street
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
(516) 434-4135
https://james.hempsteadschools.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Kennedy Memorial Park
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

2.74 mi
Info
A federally funded USDA Summer Food Service Program site offering free breakfast and lunch to children and teens ages 18 and younger during summer recess. Operated as part of the Village of Hempstead's summer recreation programming at Kennedy Memorial Park, with meal service sponsored by Island Harvest Food Bank, the program helps ensure youth in the community have access to nutritious meals while school is out.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
335 Greenwich Street
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
(516) 860-0971
villageofhempstead.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Jackson Main Elementary School
0 reviews
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2.4 mi
Info
During summer break, Jackson Main Elementary School serves as a free USDA Summer Food Service Program feeding site run by the Hempstead Union Free School District. Children and teens 18 and younger can receive complimentary breakfast and lunch as ready-to-eat meals on weekdays, with no registration, ID, or proof of income required.
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Tomorrow
8:00 am–9:00 am
Tomorrow
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
8:00 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
451 Jackson Street
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
(516) 434-4135
https://www.hempsteadschools.org/district-administration/food-services/home
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Solidarity Hempstead Food Share
5 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.21 mi
Info
We are located in the parking lot outside Hempstead Town Hall at Cooper St. North & Washington Ave.
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Sunday
3:30 pm
Sun, August 9th (in 2 weeks)
3:30 pm
Sun, August 16th (in 3 weeks)
3:30 pm
3:30 pm
every week on Sunday
Location
1 Washington Street
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
https://www.communitysolidarity.org/foodshares/hempstead
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Life Ministries
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

1.69 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
New Life Ministries has no upcoming openings!
Location
167 Fulton Ave
Hempstead, NY 11550
directions
Contact
(516) 939-5159
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Lutheran Social Services New LIFE Center (Long Island)
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

1.14 mi
Info
Client‑choice food pantry operated by Lutheran Social Services of New York serving Nassau County residents. Clients shop for their own groceries with staff/volunteer support; the center also provides holiday meals, Christmas sponsorship, back‑to‑school supplies, and an infant layette program (diapers, formula, baby clothes, blankets). Services generally require an agency/case‑manager referral and an appointment.
Requirements
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Lutheran Social Services New LIFE Center (Long Island) has no upcoming openings!
Location
145 Franklin Ave
Franklin Square, NY 11010
directions
Contact
(516) 483-3240
https://lssny.org/life-services/healthy-life/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Garden City South 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 Garden City South 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 Garden City South that’s open today: SVDP-St. Catherine of Sienna, Academy Charter High School, Academy Charter School, Joseph A. McNeil Elementary School, Kennedy Memorial Park, Jackson Main Elementary School
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Garden City South for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Garden City South for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Garden City South, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.