"Important update for SNAP recipients: New federal work requirements take effect June 1, 2026, and may affect adults ages 18 to 64 who don't have children under 14. If this applies to you, you may need to report work, training, or volunteer hours each month to keep your benefits. Some people may qualify for an exemption. Don't wait to find out if you're affected. Visit nyc.gov/OhSNAP or call 718-762-7669 to learn more and get help." Met Council's Benefits Helpline provides assistance with SNAP and health insurance. To apply, leave a message including your name, number, and ZIP code at 212-453-9532 for a callback within 24 hours. There is no walk-in service at a physical location. Tax services are no longer offered by this line.

"Important update for SNAP recipients: New federal work requirements may affect adults ages 18 to 64 who don't have children under 14. If this applies to you, you may need to report work, training, or volunteer hours each month to keep your benefits. Some people may qualify for an exemption. Timelines vary by state, so don't wait to find out if you're affected. For more information, visit the USDA SNAP Work Requirements page, or contact your local SNAP office or call 211."

• 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

"Important update for SNAP recipients: New federal work requirements take effect June 1, 2026, and may affect adults ages 18 to 64 who don't have children under 14. If this applies to you, you may need to report work, training, or volunteer hours each month to keep your benefits. Some people may qualify for an exemption. Don't wait to find out if you're affected. Visit nyc.gov/OhSNAP or call 718-762-7669 to learn more and get help."

Call to get started with SNAP enrollment over the phone for the Age Blind and Disabled Program. You may have to leave a voicemail, but someone will call you back within 48 hours. An automated system will first ask you to indicate your borough of residence. For assistance, call (800) 544-8369 or text your question to that number.

• To receive fresh produce on Wednesday you need to be in line at 9am, after receiving a token number, the client can leave and come back between 11am till 1pm to receive food.
• Needs volunteers

The St. Clement's Food Pantry is not open every week; specific operating dates are posted outside the location. When open, food distribution occurs on Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and on Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. This is a pick-up and go bag of groceries. Bags are packed by volunteers and given out to registered clients. Clients pre-register on Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. When registering, clients need to give a name and the number of people in their family. Bags are packed for a family of one, two, or three, then clients are called to pick up the food. Picking up food for someone's behalf is allowed, provided a photocopy of the person's ID is brought.

The food pantry operates on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 AM to 5 PM. Distribution of food typically starts between 11:30 AM and 12 PM, with clients often lining up earlier due to high demand. No ID is required for services; clients only need to sign a sheet upon arrival

St. Cecilia's Food Pantry provides a variety of groceries to support individuals and families in the community. Our dedicated volunteers strive to make the process smooth and welcoming for everyone who visits.

Emergency, client‑choice food pantry operated by Catholic Charities Community Services’ Feeding Our Neighbors program at the Washington Heights Ecumenical Food Pantry site, providing a 3‑7 day supply of groceries that includes fresh produce, meat, poultry, and pantry staples.

Church‑run food pantry operated by the Christian Ministry of Family Integration (Familiar Cristiano) that provides free groceries and community support to anyone in need.