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 Fordham.

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 Fordham 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 Fordham 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 Fordham that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/tolentine-zeiser-community-life-center-sacred-heart">Vilanova Community Services</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/part-of-the-solution-pots-">Part of the Solution (POTS) - Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-salvation-army-bronx-tremont">The Salvation Army Bronx Tremont </a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/abrigo-del-altistimo">Abrigo Del Altistimo</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Fordham 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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Creston Avenue Baptist Church
74 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.17 mi
Info
Visit early, start giving out tickets around 10am
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Get a number/ticket
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Clothing may be available
  Requires 2 different proof of address that matches ID
Schedule
- Open now!
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- This Friday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
114 East 188th Street
Fordham Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(718) 367-1754
http://www.crestonavenuebaptistchurch.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Louise Pantry at Nazareth Housing - Bronx
40 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.28 mi
Info
Text “Food” to 726879, come to the office, or call the office (646) 713-2739 directly to make an appointment.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Appointments required
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  7:30 am–10:00 am
- Wed, October 29th (next week)
  7:30 am–10:00 am
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 weeks)
  7:30 am–10:00 am
- 7:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
406 East 184th Street
Bronx, NY 10458
directions
Contact
(646) 713-2739
https://nazarethhousingnyc.org/louises-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Vilanova Community Services
39 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.43 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, November 4th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, November 11th (in 3 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2345 University Avenue
University Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(718) 295-6800
https://catholiccharitiesny.org/our-agencies/tolentine-zeiser-community-life-center-inc
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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 Fordham.
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)
Every Day is a Miracle - PS 33 Location
49 reviews
Claimed
37 minutes
average wait time

0.23 mi
Info
Client Registration and appointments can be done/made digitally now and the verification process can occur in person or over the phone with a member services associate. However, in-person services are still available: on Wednesdays at our main location, 2424 Jerome Ave, from 9a -12p ONLY.

Closed:

Thanksgiving week

Last two weeks of December
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  8:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, October 30th (next week)
  8:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, November 6th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
2424 Jerome Avenue
Timothy Dwight Elementary School P.S. 33
Fordham Heights, NY 10468
directions
Contact
(347) 618-1162
https://edmnyc.org/supermarket-pantry/
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Part of the Solution (POTS) - Food Pantry
75 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.77 mi
Info
Part of the Solution POTS pantry services will provide you with healthy groceries to help ensure you have enough food for your household.

Each household may obtain groceries from the Food Pantry once a month. To register, come to POTS between Monday and Saturday from 8:30 AM -11:30 AM.

Community Dining Room (Soup Kitchen) 12:30 PM-3:00 PM - Monday-Saturday. Join us six days a week for a healthy lunch.

Case Management Walk-in days Mondays 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM.
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:30 am
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:30 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
2759 Webster Ave
Bronx, NY 10458
directions
Contact
(718) 220-4892
http://www.potsbronx.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Citadel of God Almighty (COGA Cathedral)
17 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

0.3 mi
Info
If distribution falls on a holiday or inclement weather, call 718-364-4320 (church office) to confirm if they are open.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 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
422 E 183rd St
New York, NY 10458
directions
Contact
(718) 364-4320
https://cacwosembronx.com/new/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Simon Stock Food Pantry
22 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.28 mi
Info
Must get ticket from 7am to 8am. Distribution starts at 9am
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Get a number/ticket
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Fri, October 31st (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Fri, November 7th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
2195 Valentine Avenue
Fordham Heights, NY 10457
directions
Contact
(718) 367-1251
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army Bronx Tremont
28 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
Food Pantry distribution - until supplies last No need of volunteer as of now
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, November 4th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, November 11th (in 3 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2121 Washington Ave
Bronx, NY 10457
directions
Contact
(718) 584-6250
https://www.facebook.com/bronxtremontyouth
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Food pantry (groceries)
THE GAMBIAN YOUTH ORGANIZATION FOOD PANTRY
8 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sun, November 23rd (next month)
  2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sun, December 28th (in 2 months)
  2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Sunday
Location
214 East 181st Street
Fordham Heights, NY 10457
directions
Contact
(917) 974-1095
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Food pantry (groceries)
Abrigo Del Altistimo
30 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.8 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  1 bag per family/person
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, November 4th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, November 11th (in 3 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2009 Monterey Avenue
West Bronx, NY 10457
directions
Contact
https://www.facebook.com/abrigomonterey
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Fordham 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 Fordham 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 Fordham that’s open today: Vilanova Community Services, Part of the Solution (POTS) - Food Pantry, The Salvation Army Bronx Tremont , Abrigo Del Altistimo
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Fordham for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.