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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Abundant Grace for the Forsaken

    29 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

    • Today

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, September 12th (next week)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, September 19th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Abundant Grace for the Forsaken

    Location

    3101 Eastchester Road

    East Bronx, NY 10469

    directions

    Contact

    (347) 350-4698

    https://www.abundantgracechurch.com/food-pantry/

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

    26 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

    • Thu, September 17th (in 2 weeks)

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

    • Sat, September 19th (in 2 weeks)

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

    • 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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 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, September 16th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Wed, September 23rd (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am

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

      every week on Wednesday

  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)

    62 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.12 mi


    Info

    Community food pantry operated by Bronxwood International Church of God that provides free groceries, including fresh produce and staple items such as canned goods, eggs, and poultry. Distributions are held inside the church. The entrance to the food pantry is located on Duncan Street. Guests are served on a first-come, first-served basis and are asked to bring their own bags or carts.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, September 12th (next week)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday, 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, September 17th (in 2 weeks)

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

    • Thu, September 24th (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)

    29 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, September 16th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, September 23rd (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    47 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 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

    • Today

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, September 12th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, September 19th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    75 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.23 mi


    Info

    Open Hand Association Inc. is a 501(c)(3) humanitarian nonprofit dedicated to helping people affected by natural disasters, homelessness, and special needs, while supporting communities in New York City.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Registration required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Pet food may be available

    Schedule

    • 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.3 mi


    Info

    The pantry is freethere is no $1.50 fee. A contribution is only required if participants receive breakfast or lunch at the center.

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Tue, October 13th (next month)

      10:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Tue, November 10th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–1:30 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:30 pm

      every month on the 2nd Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.18 mi


    Info

    Food Pantry

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tue, September 15th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm

      • Fresh produce
    • Thu, September 17th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm

      • Fresh produce
    • Fri, September 18th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm

      • Fresh produce
    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm

      every month on the 3rd Tuesday

  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?

    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 Baychester that’s open today: Abundant Grace for the Forsaken, Church of God of Bronxwood, ICNA Relief, Bronx Pantry, Open Hand Association Inc.

  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.