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 Harlem.

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 Harlem 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 Harlem 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 Harlem that’s open today: New York Common Pantry, Nourish , New York Common Pantry (East Harlem)

Where are you located?

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

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.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

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

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 Harlem, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE ASSUMPTION FAMILY HEALTH SERVICE
1 review
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.32 mi
Info
A weekly, grocery-style food pantry operated by LSA Family Health Service that provides fresh, healthy groceries and connects families with LSA’s Family Health Service programs.
Requirements
Schedule appointment through Plentiful app
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
This Wednesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Wed, June 10th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
333 EAST 115TH STREET
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(646) 672-5200
https://littlesistersfamily.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New York Common Pantry, Nourish
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
Info
-No disribution on the 4th of July
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
Seniors only
Registration required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tomorrow
9:00 am–5:00 pm
This Wednesday
9:00 am–5:00 pm
9:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
9:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
788 Southern Blvd
Bronx, NY 10455
directions
Contact
(917) 982-2564
http://nycommonpantry.org/home/what-we-do/programs/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
New York Common Pantry (East Harlem)
100 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
Info
New York Common Pantry's East Harlem site provides two distinct programs: a Client Choice Pantry and a Hot Meals/Brown Bags To Go Program. The Client Choice Pantry offers fresh, nutritious groceries every two weeks for registered pantry members. Registration is required, along with ID for adults, ID for children, and proof of address. The Hot Meals/Brown Bags To Go Program provides ready-to-eat meals and is available to all individuals and families; only initials and date of birth are required, no photo ID. Pet food and other social services may be available.
Requirements
You can visit once every 2 weeks
ID required
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
This Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Client choice pantry
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Pet food may be available
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
every week on Saturday, Sunday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
8 East 109th Street
Ground Floor
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(917) 720-9700
https://nycommonpantry.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 Harlem.
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)
Afrikana Food Pantry
27 reviews
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

0.45 mi
Info
On-site registration required.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Other social services available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
This Friday
1:00 pm–6:00 pm
This Saturday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Next Sunday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Saturday, Sunday
1:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Friday
Location
160 East 120th Street
New York, NY 10035
directions
Contact
(929) 227-5493
https://www.afri-kana.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Other
First Sharon Baptist Church
7 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
Fri, June 12th (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
June 19th is Juneteenth
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Fri, June 19th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Friday
Other: 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
233 East 116th Street
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 348-2038
https://www.facebook.com/FSBCNYC233/
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Food pantry (groceries)
NEW YORK COMMON PANTRY
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.36 mi
Info
Client-choice food pantry in East Harlem providing free, culturally appropriate, nutritious groceries (protein, dairy, grains, fruits and vegetables) to registered households, plus emergency food for those not yet enrolled. Operated by New York Common Pantry; pet food may be available when donated, and on‑site NYCP programs offer additional social services.
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
10:00 am–1:00 pm
This Wednesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
This Thursday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
8 East 109th Street
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(917) 720-9700
https://nycommonpantry.org/choice-pantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Fraternite Notre Dame Soup Kitchen
9 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.45 mi
Info
This resource operates both a soup kitchen and a food pantry. Holiday openings, such as on federal holidays, depend on whether deliveries are made and if staff are available. This can specifically affect the availability of fresh produce. Please call ahead to confirm holiday schedules.
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Fresh produce
Schedule
This Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
This Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Thu, June 11th (next week)
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
every week on Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
2290 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10035
directions
Contact
(212) 876-5855
http://fraternitenotredame.com/2011_2_0/new_york.php
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Cecilia's Food Pantry
34 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
Info
St. Cecilia's Food Pantry provides a variety of groceries to support individuals and families in the community. Our dedicated volunteers strive to make the process smooth and welcoming for everyone who visits.
Requirements
You can visit once a week
ID required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Proof of household income required
Wed, June 10th (next week)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Proof of household income required
Wed, June 17th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Proof of household income required
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
125 East 105Th Street
1st floor
NY, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 348-0488
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Food pantry (groceries)
Macedonia Church Assembly of God
17 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Friday
10:00 am–11:45 am
Fri, June 12th (next week)
10:00 am–11:45 am
June 19th is Juneteenth
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Fri, June 19th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–11:45 am
10:00 am–11:45 am
every week on Friday
Location
340 E 106th St
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 410-3412
https://macedoniachristianchurch.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Zion AME Church
20 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
Info

Face Masks Are REQUIRED (participants must bring their own)

ID with current address is required for the person registering and for anyone residing in the household. This allows us to provide sufficient amount of food. (Everyone's address must have the address of the person registering).

The participant is able to attend the food pantry once per month. An email will go out inviting participants to come back for an additional food pantry bag if food item supplies allow it.

ID required for all members of the household
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Proof of address required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Schedule
This Friday
10:00 am–11:00 am
Fri, June 12th (next week)
10:00 am–11:00 am
Sat, June 13th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
June 19th is Juneteenth
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Fri, June 19th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–11:00 am
10:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1765 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10029
directions
Contact
(212) 369-6643
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in East Harlem 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 Harlem 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 Harlem that’s open today: New York Common Pantry, Nourish, New York Common Pantry (East Harlem)
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Harlem for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
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.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in East Harlem 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.
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 Harlem, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.