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    Food pantry (groceries)

    New Life Community Development Corporation

    27 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.15 mi

    Info

    Serves Elmhurst and Corona neighbors with walk‑in pantry bags and hot meals‑to‑go during program hours. Also operates a weekly grocery delivery program for low‑income households in Elmhurst/Corona (pre‑registration required; currently waitlist/limited openings). Walk‑ins welcome for pantry and hot meals; ID not required.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    Map of New Life Community Development Corporation

    Location

    82-10 Queens Boulevard

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 565-9844

    https://www.newlifecdc.nyc/food-and-clothing-pantry

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    ZERO HUNGER CAMPAIGN (CCSO)

    8 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.57 mi

    Info

    Community-based food pantry operated by Community Center Services Organization (CCSO) as part of its Zero Hunger Campaign, providing weekly grocery distribution to local families. CCSO also offers community dining and other on-site support programs at this location.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Fri, June 19th (next week)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    Map of ZERO HUNGER CAMPAIGN (CCSO)

    Location

    93-15 Corona Avenue

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    directions

    Contact

    (332) 228-8584

    https://www.communityccso.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Stacey's Pantry

    127 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.42 mi

    Info

    first-come, first-served line. Clients may visit once per week. Volunteers are needed.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–10:00 am

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

    • Sat, June 20th (next week)

      9:00 am–10:00 am

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

    • Sat, June 27th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–10:00 am

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

    • Sat, July 4th (in 3 weeks)

      CLOSED

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

    • 9:00 am–10:00 am

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Stacey's Pantry

    Location

    48-08 91st Place

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    directions

    Contact

    (917) 533-1679

    https://www.facebook.com/Staceyspantryelmhurst/

  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 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)

    Ministerio La Luz De La Esperanza Para Las Naciones De Jesucrist

    19 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.73 mi

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Thu, June 18th (next week)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Thu, June 25th (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    Map of Ministerio La Luz De La Esperanza Para Las Naciones De Jesucrist

    Location

    80-02 41st Avenue

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    directions

    Contact

    (631) 336-0572
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Yeshua Worldwide Ministries New York Food Pantry

    42 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.75 mi

    Info

    Church-operated community food pantry in Middle Village providing free groceries to individuals and families in need.

    • Requirements

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

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, June 27th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm

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

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Yeshua Worldwide Ministries New York Food Pantry

    Location

    79-11 Caldwell Avenue

    Middle Village, NY 11379

    directions

    Contact

    (347) 761-2268

    https://www.yeshuaworldwide.com

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Rego Park Older Adult Center (Queens Community House)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.75 mi

    Info

    Queens Community House older adult center in Rego Park offering daily congregate hot lunches, fitness and wellness classes, arts and language activities, and case assistance for adults 60+.

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–4:00 pm

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

    Map of Rego Park Older Adult Center (Queens Community House)

    Location

    Basement Level, 97-30 Queens Blvd

    Rego Park, NY 11374

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 896-8511

    https://www.qchnyc.org/programs/older-adult-services/older-adult-centers

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Love Wins NYC @ Viva La Heights

    43 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.88 mi

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, June 19th (next week)

      12:00 pm

    • Fri, July 3rd (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm

    • Fri, July 17th (next month)

      12:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Friday

    • 12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

    Map of Love Wins NYC @ Viva La Heights

    Location

    78-11 Roosevelt Avenue

    Jackson Heights, NY 11372

    directions

    Contact

    (929) 261-7831

    https://www.lovewinsnyc.org

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Monkworx: St. James Episcopal Church

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.23 mi

    Info

    Church-based food pantry known locally as “Stacey’s Pantry,” providing emergency groceries and periodic food distributions in partnership with community organizations. Please contact the church directly for their current schedule and availability.

    • Requirements

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

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–10:00 am

    • Sat, June 20th (next week)

      9:00 am–10:00 am

    • Sat, June 27th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–10:00 am

    • Sat, July 4th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–10:00 am

    • 9:00 am–10:00 am

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Monkworx: St. James Episcopal Church

    Location

    84-07 Broadway

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 592-2555

    http://www.stjce.org/

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Colectivo TRANSgrediendo

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.82 mi

    Info

    A trans-led community center that provides a free LGBTQI-focused soup kitchen and a fresh-food pantry in partnership with Love Wins NYC. It prioritizes transgender, gender-nonconforming, QTBIPOC, sex workers, immigrants, and the broader LGBTQ+ community, and serves all in need. The center also offers health, legal, and other social support services.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    Map of Colectivo TRANSgrediendo

    Location

    37-63C 83rd Street

    Jackson Heights, NY 11372

    directions

    Contact

    (347) 738-6989

    https://www.ourvoicesarefree.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    The Rock Church

    42 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.29 mi

    Info

    Church-operated community food pantry at The Rock Church Queens distributing free groceries to the public. Offerings often include fresh produce and bakery items. No appointments are required, but clients must bring an ID. Clothing may be available when donated stock is on hand.

    • Requirements

      • ID required

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      7:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      7:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      7:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of The Rock Church

    Location

    57-02 Hoffman Drive

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 651-2950

    https://www.therockchurches.com/

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in 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 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 Elmhurst that’s open today: Ministerio La Luz De La Esperanza Para Las Naciones De Jesucrist, Rego Park Older Adult Center (Queens Community House), Colectivo TRANSgrediendo, The Rock Church

  20. Where are you located?

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