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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Reaching Out Community Services

    36 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    1 mi


    Info

    Zip codes served: 11204, 11223, 11228

    • 11-4pm for the first timers.
    • What people need to register for food services: PROOF OF ADDRESS: Utility Bill of any kind, SSI Form. With Your Name on it. PROOF OF ADULTS OR CHILDREN: Benefit Cards, Birth Certificate, etc.
    • You will be asked to explain your financial Situation.
    • The reason for this information will allow us to operate this program more effectively without discrimination. If you don’t have any of the above information or forms please explain your problem to our intake clerk.
    • Best to call before visiting us to ensure we serve your zip code area. 718-373-4565

    Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      9:30 am–4:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      9:30 am–4:30 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      9:30 am–5:30 pm

    • 9:30 am–4:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

    • 9:30 am–5:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 9:30 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    Map of Reaching Out Community Services

    Location

    6417 18th Avenue

    Bensonhurst, NY 11204

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 373-4565

    https://rcsprograms.org/programs/digital-food-pantry/digital-client-choice-food-pantry/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    27 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.45 mi


    Info

    -Closed on federal holidays

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Thu, August 20th (in 2 weeks)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Thu, August 27th (in 3 weeks)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • 10:30 am–11:30 am

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    49 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.25 mi


    Info

    • Serving zip codes; 11214, 11204, 11209, 11223.
    • Needs volunteers
    • Zip code restrictions
    • Client can visit once a month
    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Kosher food available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Tue, August 18th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Tue, August 25th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

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

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

  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 Bensonhurst.

  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)

    44 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.33 mi


    Info

    • Needs volunteers
    • Client can visit twice a month
    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Thu, August 20th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, September 3rd (in 4 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, September 17th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Thursday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.38 mi


    Info

    Community‑based nonprofit food pantry serving Bensonhurst that provides groceries, regularly distributes fresh produce, and helps community members with SNAP enrollment and access to health and social service resources.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Thu, August 20th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, September 17th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, October 15th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    83 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.25 mi


    Info

    Salt and Sea Mission Church, Inc. distributes groceries to community members. Tickets are distributed starting at 10:00 am, and clients are advised to arrive early. New clients are asked to come at 10:00 am. A working cell phone is required for first-time registration. Toiletries may also be available. Ready-to-eat meals may be offered on weekends.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Toiletries may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–11:00 am

    • 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Sunday

    • 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Thursday

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    Community fridge

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet


    Info

    Open 24/7! Free, outdoor community fridge/pantry operated by local volunteers. Flatbush Jewish Center on Church Ave, between E. 5th St and Ocean Pkwy

    Schedule

    • Today

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Today

      1:00 pm–2:30 pm

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    • 1:00 pm–2:30 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.18 mi


    Info

    A free USDA Summer Food Service Program site hosted at J.H.S. 227 Edward B. Shallow, a New York City public middle school. During the summer break, the school opens its cafeteria to any youth in the neighborhood to receive a free, ready-to-eat breakfast and lunch with no paperwork, ID, or registration required. The program is run by the NYC Public Schools Office of Food and Nutrition Services and welcomes walk-ins throughout the scheduled meal windows. The site is part of a citywide network of school-based meal locations that serve children and teens who might otherwise miss meals while school is out.

    • Requirements

      • All children under 18 are eligible
      • Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:15 am @ JHS 227 Edward B. Shallow – breakfast service

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:15 pm @ JHS 227 Edward B. Shallow – lunch service

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:15 am @ JHS 227 Edward B. Shallow – breakfast service

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:15 pm

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

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:15 am

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

    Contact

    (718) 707-4383(Mon–Fri 9am–5pm)

    https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/food/summer-meals

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.18 mi


    Info

    A New York City Department of Education Free Summer Meals site run through the Office of Food and Nutrition Services' Summer Food Service Program. Children and teens receive free, ready-to-eat breakfast and lunch on weekdays throughout the summer. Children simply walk in during meal service — no registration, identification, or income proof is required.

    • Requirements

      • All children under 18 are eligible
      • Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      8:00 am–9:15 am

    • Next Monday

      11:00 am–1:15 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      8:00 am–9:15 am

    • 8:00 am–9:15 am

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

    • 11:00 am–1:15 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 hour 30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.25 mi


    Info

    A church-based food pantry serving the Gravesend and Bensonhurst communities. The pantry distributes groceries and fresh produce to individuals and families in need, and is part of the AmpleHarvest network connecting local growers with food pantries. In addition to the food pantry, the organization offers bible lessons and after-school programs for youth. The pantry is located on the second floor of the building on 16th Street near Stillwell Avenue.

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      10:00 am–12:45 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:45 pm

    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–12:45 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:45 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–12:45 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 10:00 am–12:45 pm

      every week on Sunday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst that’s open today: Kensington-WT Mutual Aid

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst 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 Bensonhurst, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.