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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Adventist Community Services Center (NECACS)

    46 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.35 mi

    Info

    The Northeastern Conference Adventist Community Services (NECACS) Center operates a community food pantry and clothing closet and also offers free English classes and volunteer opportunities to support local residents in need.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Seniors only

    • Tomorrow

      4:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, June 30th (next week)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Seniors only

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Adventist Community Services Center (NECACS)

    Location

    99-13 Northern Blvd

    Corona, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 291-8006

    https://www.northeastern.org/nec-service/adventist-community-services-center/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    NORTHEAST CONFERENCE COMMUNITY CENTER SDA

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.32 mi

    Info

    The Northeastern Conference Adventist Community Services (NECACS) Center is the humanitarian arm of the Northeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, established in 1972 to provide emergency assistance to the community. The pantry uses a ticket system where clients should arrive early (around 8:00 AM) to receive a distribution ticket before food distribution begins. Tuesday service is reserved for seniors ages 60 and older, while Wednesday service is for adults ages 18 through 59.

    • Requirements

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

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      3:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, June 30th (next week)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of NORTHEAST CONFERENCE COMMUNITY CENTER SDA

    Location

    99-13 NORTHERN BLVD

    Queens, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (347) 527-2444

    https://www.northeastern.org/nec-service/adventist-community-services-center/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Elmcor Youth and Adult Services Inc.

    84 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.33 mi

    Info

    Elmcor operates a supermarket-style, participant-choice food pantry on the third floor of the Louis Armstrong Recreational Center. The pantry serves an average of more than 600 families each week, distributing enough food to prepare over 7,500 meals. Clients can select their own groceries with family-size specific options rather than receiving pre-packaged boxes. The pantry also provides referrals to partner organizations for additional support services. On-site registration is required for first-time visitors. Arrive early to get a ticket, as food is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies run out.

    • Requirements

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

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, July 1st (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Elmcor Youth and Adult Services Inc.

    Location

    33-16 108th Street

    Corona, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 651-0096

    www.elmcor.org

  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 East Elmhurst.

  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)

    Wesleyan Jerusalem Church

    41 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.55 mi

    Info

    Church‑based food pantry distributing free groceries to community members on‑site.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, July 4th (next week)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, July 11th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Wesleyan Jerusalem Church

    Location

    34-35 96th Street

    Corona, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (347) 938-9340

    https://northeastdistrict.org/metro-nyc/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    St. Mark AME Church/VOH Food Pantry

    63 reviews

    Unclaimed

    43 minutes

    average wait time

    0.49 mi

    Info

    (Closed July & August) Line starts forming as early as 7am

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

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

    • Tue, June 30th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

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

    • Tue, July 7th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

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

    • 10:00 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    Map of St. Mark AME Church/VOH Food Pantry

    Location

    95-18 Northern Blvd.

    Jackson Heights, NY 11372

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 899-3306

    https://stmarkamenyc.org/

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

    Our Lady of Sorrows

    38 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.5 mi

    Info

    Parish-run Father Felix Varela Food Pantry providing free groceries to community members, with distributions in the church parking lot. This is part of a broader parish effort that also includes a weekly soup kitchen. The pantry is supported in part by partners like St. John's Bread & Life and serves anyone in need.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–7:30 pm

    • Thu, July 2nd (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Fri, July 3rd (next week)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–7:30 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–7:30 pm

      every week on Friday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Thursday

    Map of Our Lady of Sorrows

    Location

    35-34 105th St

    Corona, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 424-7554

    https://olschurch-corona.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Mount Olivet Gospel Church - Food Pantry

    46 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.45 mi

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      5:30 pm–6:30 pm

    • Wed, July 1st (next week)

      5:30 pm–6:30 pm

    • Wed, July 8th (in 2 weeks)

      5:30 pm–6:30 pm

    • 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Mount Olivet Gospel Church - Food Pantry

    Location

    33-27 97th St

    Flushing, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 478-0780

    http://www.mtolivetgospelchurch.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    MT. OLIVET GOSPEL CHURCH

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.46 mi

    Info

    Food Pantry Hours: WED 5:30-6:30PM

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

    • Wed, July 1st (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

    • Wed, July 8th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of MT. OLIVET GOSPEL CHURCH

    Location

    33-27 97th Street

    Corona, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 478-0780

    http://www.mtolivetgospelchurch.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Iglesia Cristiana Evangelica

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.6 mi

    Info

    Food Pantry Hours: SAT 11AM-12PM

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

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

    • Sat, July 4th (next week)

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

    • Sat, July 11th (in 2 weeks)

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

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

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Iglesia Cristiana Evangelica

    Location

    34-35 96th Street

    Flushing, NY 11368

    directions

    Contact

    (347) 938-9340
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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Brigada de Esperanza

    71 reviews

    Unclaimed

    45 minutes

    average wait time

    0.81 mi

    Info

    Please check the website or their Facebook account for any updates regarding the food distribution.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Sat, July 4th (next week)

      CLOSED

    • Sat, July 4th (next week)

      CLOSED

    • Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Brigada de Esperanza

    Location

    89-07 Astoria Blvd

    East Elmhurst, NY 11369

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 530-8638

    https://brigadadeesperanza.com/

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in East Elmhurst 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 East Elmhurst 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 East Elmhurst that’s open today: Adventist Community Services Center (NECACS), NORTHEAST CONFERENCE COMMUNITY CENTER SDA, St. Mark AME Church/VOH Food Pantry

  20. Where are you located?

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