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 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 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 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 Harlem that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/beth-hark-christian-counseling-center">Beth Hark Christian Counseling Center - Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/metropolitan-baptist-church-soup-kitchen">Metropolitan Baptist Church - Soup Kitchen</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/mount-olivet-baptist-church-community-meals-food-pantry">Mount Olivet Baptist Church Community Meals Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/salem-united-methodist-church">Salem United Methodist Church</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/zeina-lorraine-community-food-pantry">Zeina Lorraine Community Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Harlem 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)
Beth Hark Christian Counseling Center - Food Pantry
11 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.38 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- This Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
2 East 120th Street
New York, NY 10035
directions
Contact
(212) 860-1523
https://www.bethharkccc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Corinthian Baptist Church - Fishes and Loaves
4 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

0.52 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Friday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, October 31st (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, November 7th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1912 Adam Clayton Powell Ave
New York, NY 10026
directions
Contact
(212) 864-5976
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Food pantry (groceries)
Metropolitan Baptist Church - Soup Kitchen
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.21 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–11:00 am
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–11:00 am
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  10:30 am–11:00 am
- 10:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
151 W 128th St
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(212) 663-8990
https://www.facebook.com/MBCNYCOfficial
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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 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)
Mount Olivet Baptist Church Community Meals Food Pantry
14 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
Info
Best contact: Anthony
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- 10:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
201 Lenox Avenue at 120th street
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(917) 783-6968
http://mountolivetbaptistchurch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Catholic Charities-Kennedy Center Central Harlem Pantry
7 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.44 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, October 29th (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
34 West 134th street
1st floor
New York , NY 10037
directions
Contact
(212) 862-6401
https://cccsny.org/services/neighborhood-centers-lt-joseph-p-kennedy-jr-community-center-central-harlem
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salem United Methodist Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.3 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Grab and Go Meals
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, November 4th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tue, November 11th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
211 West 129th Street
New York, NY 10027
directions
Contact
(212) 360-3255
https://www.salem-harlem.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
BETHEL AME FOOD PANTRY
7 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.34 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Thu, October 30th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Thu, November 6th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
60 W 132nd St
New York, NY 10037
directions
Contact
(212) 862-0100
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Food pantry (groceries)
Moriah City Community Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.11 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
  ID required for all members of the household
  Registration required on site
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Will reschedule in case of holiday closures
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
  Needs volunteers
  Closed early if the weather is bad
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, October 29th (next week)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
206-14 Linden Blvd
Queens, NY 11411
directions
Contact
(718) 276-1908
https://www.moriahcity.org/post/grow-your-blog-community
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Food pantry (groceries)
Zeina Lorraine Community Food Pantry
8 reviews
Unclaimed
35 minutes
average wait time

0.44 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Thursday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tue, October 28th (next week)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
203 West 133rd Street
New York, NY 10030
directions
Contact
(646) 355-3008
https://www.facebook.com/p/Zeina-LINC-100082593199661/
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Food pantry (groceries)
FACES NY Pantry
24 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Thursday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Thu, November 13th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Thu, November 20th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
121 West 115th Street
Basement
New York, NY 10026
directions
Contact
(212) 283-9180
facesny.org
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in 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 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 Harlem that’s open today: Beth Hark Christian Counseling Center - Food Pantry, Metropolitan Baptist Church - Soup Kitchen, Mount Olivet Baptist Church Community Meals Food Pantry, Salem United Methodist Church, Zeina Lorraine Community Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Harlem for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.