Food pantry (groceries)
10 minutes
average wait time
0.29 mi
-No disribution on the 4th of July
Open now!
9:00 am–1:00 pm
Next Monday
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Next Tuesday
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
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
10 minutes
average wait time
0.36 mi
An East Harlem hunger-relief center supporting individuals and households through complementary food-assistance programs.
Open now!
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Today
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm @ East Harlem hot meals
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
every week on Sunday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Food pantry (groceries)
10 minutes
average wait time
0.32 mi
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.
Next Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Wednesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
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
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.
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.
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)
30 minutes
average wait time
0.54 mi
Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Next Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries)
15 minutes
average wait time
0.29 mi
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.
Next Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Contact
Food pantry (groceries)
30 minutes
average wait time
0.36 mi
ID required for all members of the household. Proof of address required. Participants may attend the food pantry once per month; an email may go out inviting participants to return for an additional bag if food supplies allow it.
Today
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Fri, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
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
Food pantry (groceries)
30 minutes
average wait time
0.36 mi
Bread of Life Food Pantry is a grocery distribution program run by Macedonia Church Assembly of God in East Harlem. The pantry provides free groceries and staple food items to individuals and families in need. Demand is high and food supplies are limited — the pantry often runs out of food before the end of the distribution window, so arriving early is recommended.
Next Friday
9:00 am–10:30 am
Fri, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–10:30 am
Fri, December 4th (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–10:30 am
9:00 am–10:30 am
every week on Friday
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
30 minutes
average wait time
0.62 mi
Each week, TUESDAY, we host a choice pantry with fresh vegetables, fruits and curated ingredients from our network of supporters. Each guest receives at least 14 pounds of produce plus additional staples such as bread, grains, eggs. We believe in a dignified model in which guests select which items they will enjoy. Each week we provide food education information, health and cooking tips.
On Wednesday & Friday evenings our social kitchen prepares an evening meal for guests for free. We seat 100 guests at communal tables in the main community hall. We offer a multi-course meal, appetizer, entree and dessert, served with NA beverages. We offer a social experience with full service at the table, to give guests an opportunity to relax, enjoy the company of others and a delicious meal.
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Next Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:15 pm–6:45 pm
Next Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:15 pm–6:45 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:15 pm–6:45 pm
every week on Wednesday, Friday
Food pantry (groceries)
30 minutes
average wait time
0.61 mi
Next Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries)
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0.22 mi
Iris House offers two distinct food programs. A Fresh Market is available almost every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, where clients can get a number for service. This market is open to everyone and typically has long lines. Additionally, a Pantry service is available on Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, accessible to clients without an appointment.
Next Wednesday
9:00 am–10:00 am
Next Thursday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–10:00 am
9:00 am–10:00 am
every week on Wednesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Thursday
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.
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.
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.
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), Mt. Zion AME Church
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.
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.