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 Washington Heights.

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 Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/326">City Harvest Mobile Market -Prince Hall Mobile Market</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In Washington HeightsLemontree 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)
El Nido de Esperanza, Washington Heights Ecumenical Food Pantry
13 minutes
average wait time

0.34 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 and due in October, November and December 2023. Register online: https://nidodeesperanza.my.site.com/refer/s/ and a social worker will call you to schedule and appointment.
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  11:30 am–5:00 pm
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–5:00 pm
- Wed, May 22nd (in 4 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)
City Harvest Mobile Market -Prince Hall Mobile Market
55 minutes
average wait time

0.65 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Must be a member of Prince Masonic Temple or Community League of the Heights or resident of 10032 & 10031
  Requirements/schedule may change in June
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Will reschedule in case of holiday closures
  Recommended to arrive before 10am; people begin lining up at 7am
Schedule
- Today
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, May 25th (in 4 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
454 W 155th St
New York, NY 10032
directions
Contact
(866) 444-0244
https://www.cityharvest.org/programs/mobile-markets/
SNAP/EBT
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Benefits Hotline
average user rating

Info
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.
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  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/
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 Washington Heights.
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)
Family Integration Ministry Food Pantry
49 minutes
average wait time

0.72 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Open on holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, May 16th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
1875Amsterdam Ave
1er. Foor
New York, NY 10031
directions
Contact
(347) 459-4445
Food pantry (groceries)
Polo Grounds Older Adult Center/ COTHOA
10 minutes
average wait time

0.67 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open to all
Schedule
- Next Monday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Mon, May 6th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Mon, May 13th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
2965 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
New York, NY 10039
directions
Contact
(212) 283-5475
https://cothoa.com/html/cover.cfm
Food pantry (groceries)
International Pentecostal Church food bank
59 minutes
average wait time

0.62 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Friday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  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
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other
Cothoa Luncheon Club - Senior Citizen Center
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0.41 mi
- Requirements
  Must show proof of age over 60 yrs old
  Seniors Only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Other: 9:30 am–10:30 am
  Breakfast
- Next Monday
  Other: 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Lunch
  Must arrive before 1:30PM
- Next Tuesday
  Other: 9:30 am–10:30 am
  Breakfast
- Other: 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Other: 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2005 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10032
directions
Contact
(212) 781-6580
https://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/providers/cothoa-luncheon-club-inc-sofanysp1085
Food pantry (groceries)
Catholic Charities Community Services, Alianza Division MOSAIC Beacon
38 minutes
average wait time

0.76 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  Seniors Only
- Next Wednesday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  Seniors Only
- Next Thursday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  Seniors Only
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday
Location
1257 Ogden Avenue
Highbridge, NY 10452
directions
Contact
(888) 744-7900
https://catholiccharitiesny.org/our-agencies/catholic-charities-community-services-alianza-division-mosaic-beacon-food-pantry
Food pantry (groceries)
Muslim Women''s Institute Community Food Pantry At Highbridge
4 hours 24 minutes
average wait time

0.81 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
1363 Ogden Avenue
Highbridge, NY 10452
directions
Contact
(718) 960-2262
info@mwird.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Catholic Charities Washington Heights Food Pantry
44 minutes
average wait time

0.78 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
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, May 16th (in 3 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
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights that’s open today: City Harvest Mobile Market -Prince Hall Mobile Market
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Washington Heights for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.