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 Hillside.

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 Hillside 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 Hillside 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 Hillside that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/first-presbyterian-church-in-jamaica-food-pantry">First Presbyterian Church in Jamaica Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-harding-ford-vision-inc">The Harding Ford Vision</a>

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
First Presbyterian Church in Jamaica Food Pantry
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.54 mi
Info
Schedule appointment through the Plentiful app
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:00 pm
  Open to all
  Grab and Go Meals
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
89-60 164th Street
Jamaica, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 526-4775
http://firstchurchjamaica.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Tabernacle of Prayer for All
16 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.4 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Wed, October 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Wed, October 15th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
90-07 Merrick Blvd
Jamaica, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 657-4210
jamaicatab.org
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Macedonia A.M.E. Church - Food Pantry
10 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.69 mi
Info
Tuesday is both soup kitchen and food pantry days. Arrive early to pick a number for the soup kitchen.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Get a number/ticket
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Come early to make a line starting at 9am
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
106-16 Guy R Brewer Blvd
New York, NY 11433
directions
Contact
(718) 739-5870
https://www.macedoniaamec.org/contact
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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 Hillside.
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)
Jamaica SDA
22 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.64 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Come early. Line starts at 8am
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sun, October 5th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sun, October 12th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
88-28 163rd Street
Jamaica, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 297-1113
https://www.jamaicasdachurch.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army, Jamaica Citadel Corps
29 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.66 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- Next Tuesday
  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
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
90-23 161 Street
Jamaica, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 297-4860
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Food pantry (groceries)
Department of Probation, Queens
12 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.59 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am
- Next Friday
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
162-24 Jamaica Ave
New York, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 657-2714
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/probation/about/locations.page
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Harding Ford Vision
17 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.82 mi
- Requirements
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open to all
Schedule
- Today
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, October 4th (next week)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
157-22 Tuskegee Airmen Way
Jamaica, NY 11433
directions
Contact
(347) 661-7382
www.thfv.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
The Rose Kitchen
2 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

0.54 mi
Info
The soup kitchen is located inside Vital Church NYC. We are open every other Thursday from 12pm-2pm. Orders can be place the the day before until 12pm by calling or texting us at 347-472-0186. Please make sure to listen to the voicemail message to verify the days we are serving. If you need to contact us, please email theroskitchen@gmail.com."
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Thu, October 16th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Thu, October 30th (next month)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Thursday
Location
104-19 165th St
Jamaica, NY 11433
directions
Contact
(718) 657-2060
Food pantry (groceries)
First United Methodist Church of Jamaica
11 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.71 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Next Thursday
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Mon, October 6th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- 8:30 am–9:30 am
  every week on Monday
- 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
162-10 HIGHLAND AVENUE
JAMAICA, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 739-2269
https://fumcoj.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.77 mi
- Requirements
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, October 15th (in 3 weeks)
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 months)
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
88-19 Parsons Blvd
Jamaica, NY 11432
directions
Contact
(718) 739-0241
https://www.ccbq.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Hillside 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 Hillside 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 Hillside that’s open today: First Presbyterian Church in Jamaica Food Pantry, The Harding Ford Vision
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Hillside for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.