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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

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: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/st-mark-ame-church-the-voice-of-hagar">St. Mark AME Church/VOH Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/la-jornada-somos-bendecidos-para-bendecir">La Jornada, Somos Bendecidos para Bendecir</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-salvation-army-templo-de-queens">The Salvation Army – Templo de Queens</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/new-beginnings-food-pantry">Northeast Conference Community Center SDA</a>

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 <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Mark AME Church/VOH Food Pantry
51 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

0.49 mi
Info
(Closed July & August) Line starts forming as early as 7am
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, November 4th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, November 11th (in 3 weeks)
  CLOSED
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
95-18 Northern Blvd.
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
directions
Contact
(718) 899-3306
https://stmarkamenyc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Elmcor Youth and Adult Services Inc.
59 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.33 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–11:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Wed, October 29th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:30 pm
- 9:00 am–11:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
33-16 108 Street
Corona, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 651-0096
www.elmcor.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mount Olivet Gospel Church - Food Pantry
36 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.45 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, October 29th (next week)
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 weeks)
  5:30 pm–6:30 pm
- 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
33-27 97th St
Flushing, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 478-0780
http://www.mtolivetgospelchurch.org/
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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.
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.
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!
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Corona SDA Church
105 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sun, November 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
35-30 103rd St
New York, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 651-4534
https://www.coronasdachurch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church East Elmhurst
5 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 30 minutes
average wait time

0.2 mi
Info
We recommend that people call on Fridays (718-446-0200) between 10am and 3pm to ensure that we will be open.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Adult diapers available
Schedule
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, November 1st (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, November 8th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
100-10 Astoria Boulevard
East Elmhurst, NY 11369
directions
Contact
(718) 507-5457
https://firstbaptistchurchnyc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Our Lady of Sorrows
14 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.5 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Fri, October 31st (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Thu, November 6th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Thursday
Location
35-34 105th St
Queens, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 424-7554
https://olschurch-corona.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
La Jornada, Somos Bendecidos para Bendecir
28 reviews
Unclaimed
35 minutes
average wait time

0.68 mi
Info
Soup kitchen is on the same day as the food pantry
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
  Offers job training/assistance
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Client can visit: Once a week
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am
  Client can visit: Once a week
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Client can visit: Once a week
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am
  every week on Monday
Location
37-20 111th Street
Flushing, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(347) 846-9147
http://lajornadany.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Brigada de Esperanza
49 reviews
Unclaimed
48 minutes
average wait time

0.82 mi
Info
Please check the website or their Facebook account for any updates regarding the food distribution.
- Requirements
  Must be registered
- 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, November 1st (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 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
Location
89-07 Astoria Blvd
East Elmhurst, NY 11369
directions
Contact
(718) 530-8638
https://brigadadeesperanza.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army – Templo de Queens
17 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.01 mi
Info
Appointments required for the food pantry, but not the soup kitchen. Call 718-335-3693 between 10am to 12pm, Mon-Fri. First come first serve basis
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Must call during this time to register and book an appointment
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Must call during this time to register and book an appointment
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
86-07 35th Avenue
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
directions
Contact
(718) 335-3693
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Queens%20Temple%20Corp/132897790396590/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Northeast Conference Community Center SDA
34 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.35 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed during summer
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  ID required
  Seniors Only
  Seniors. Tickets release every Wednesday 8am-11am (first come first serve)
- Tomorrow
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  Tickets release every Wednesday bet 3PM-4PM (first come first serve)
  Serves 63 years & below
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
  ID required
  Seniors Only
  Seniors. Tickets release every Wednesday 8am-11am (first come first serve)
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
99-13 Northern Blvd
New York, NY 11368
directions
Contact
(718) 291-8006
https://www.northeastern.org/services/adventist-community-services-center
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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: St. Mark AME Church/VOH Food Pantry, La Jornada, Somos Bendecidos para Bendecir, The Salvation Army – Templo de Queens, Northeast Conference Community Center SDA
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 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.