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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)

    Eastchester Presbyterian Church

    27 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.76 mi


    Info

    Eastchester Presbyterian Church offers two food ministry programs to support the community. Mom's Kitchen provides home-cooked hot meals and take-home dinners for those in need. The Deacon's Food Pantry distributes packaged groceries to participants. Both programs are organized by church elders and deacons and receive food through the Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP). Participants should bring a photo ID.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Next Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)

      CLOSED

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    Map of Eastchester Presbyterian Church

    Location

    3154 Fish Ave

    Bronx, NY 10469

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 798-1855

    https://eastpreschurch.org/events/moms-kitchen/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    30 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time

    0.71 mi


    Info

    Church-run community food pantry distributing free groceries to local households.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, December 5th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    48 reviews

    Unclaimed

    28 minutes

    average wait time

    0.82 mi


    Info

    ICNA Relief’s Hunger Prevention program provides food-access assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, December 5th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Baychester.

  7. 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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    Food pantry (groceries)

    67 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.12 mi


    Info

    Community food pantry operated by Bronxwood International Church of God that provides free grocery assistance to people in the Bronx.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday, Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    15 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.85 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 10:00 am

      every week on Wednesday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.95 mi


    Info

    A JASA older adult center that provides communal dining, take-away meals and opportunities to socialize and participate in activities.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Seniors only
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    58 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.31 mi


    Info

    Client‑choice, supermarket‑style food pantry distributing free, fresh, and well‑balanced groceries. Uses an appointment system to minimize waiting while allowing walk‑in on‑site registration. https://edmnyc.org/supermarket-pantry/ Delivery Now Available! Fresh groceries, delivered right to your door — at no cost to you. This service is especially designed for: Expectant mothers and new parents (pregnant or with a newborn up to 2 months old), Elderly residents (65+), and Homebound or disabled individuals

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Delivery may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Friday

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, November 27th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, December 4th (in 3 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.9 mi


    Info

    A JASA community dining program providing prepared meals in a welcoming group setting and supporting nutrition and social connection.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      3:00 pm @ JASA Bartow Older Adult Center

    • Next Wednesday

      3:00 pm @ JASA Bartow Older Adult Center

    • Next Thursday

      3:00 pm @ JASA Bartow Older Adult Center

    • Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

    • 3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • 12:30 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.76 mi


    Info

    Description says "Soup Kitchen Hours: THUR 5-6PM." Please verify if this is correct.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Thu, December 3rd (in 3 weeks)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    30 reviews

    Unclaimed

    19 minutes

    average wait time

    1.06 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Baychester 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Baychester do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Baychester to see if any are 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 in Baychester.

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Baychester 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.

  23. 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 Baychester, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.