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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Met Council - Jewish Community of Washington Heights & Inwood

    22 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.26 mi


    Info

    Clients must demonstrate residency in Washington Heights or Inwood. Distribution takes place in front of the building.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Kosher food available

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

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

    • Wed, June 10th (in 2 weeks)

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

    • Wed, June 17th (in 3 weeks)

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

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

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Met Council - Jewish Community of Washington Heights & Inwood

    Location

    121 Bennett Ave

    11A

    New York, NY 10033

    directions

    Contact

    (212) 568-5450

    https://www.jccwashingtonheights.org/services-and-programs/#foodpantry

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    Community fridge

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Open 24/7! Free, outdoor community fridge/pantry operated by local volunteers.

    • Requirements

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

      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Next Monday

      12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • 12:00 am–11:59 pm

      every day

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    22 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.26 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Sat, July 4th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Sat, August 1st (in 3 months)

      10:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 10:00 am

      every month on the 1st Saturday

  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 Hudson Heights.

  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)

    82 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.09 mi


    Info

    • There is a separate line for people with an appointment. Appointments are given in person. After you receive food, you will be given an appointment for the next distribution date.
    • Closed is weather is bad.
    • Client can visit once a week
    • Needs volunteers
    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      12:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.71 mi


    Info

    Free, confidential campus pantry providing groceries and personal care items to currently registered Columbia University students. Students place an order online and pick it up at the pantry. There are no fees to use the pantry.

    • Requirements

      • Students & staff only
      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      6:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      1:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Tue, June 9th (in 2 weeks)

      6:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    22 reviews

    Unclaimed

    13 minutes

    average wait time

    0.55 mi


    Info

    Available only to members who take their parenting class and only accepting families in Washington heights. We are only accepting women who are pregnant Register online: https://nidodeesperanza.my.site.com/refer/s/ and a social worker will call you to schedule and appointment. More info on the pantry will be discussed after online registration

    Only serves surrounding neighborhood

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      11:30 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      11:30 am–5:00 pm

    • Tue, June 23rd (in 4 weeks)

      11:30 am–5:00 pm

    • 11:30 am–5:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Tuesday

    • 11:30 am–5:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Wednesday

    • 11:30 am–5:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

    • 11:30 am–5:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Claimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time

    1.14 mi


    Info

    (Pre-registration required via plentiful app) *To register with the Plentiful app to receive food, download the app and create an account, or text "FOOD" to 726-879 to register via text. After registering, you can find a nearby food pantry, make a reservation for a time slot, or sign up for updates on food distributions.

    • Requirements

      • Schedule appointment through Plentiful app
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, June 10th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Wed, June 24th (in 4 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Wed, July 8th (in 2 months)

      11:00 am–12:30 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 11:00 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    48 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.28 mi


    Info

    Emergency, client‑choice food pantry operated by Catholic Charities Community Services’ Feeding Our Neighbors program at the Washington Heights Ecumenical Food Pantry site, providing a 3‑7 day supply of groceries that includes fresh produce, meat, poultry, and pantry staples.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, June 11th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, June 18th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    70 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.39 mi


    Info

    The food pantry operates on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 AM to 5 PM. Distribution of food typically starts between 11:30 AM and 12 PM, with clients often lining up earlier due to high demand. No ID is required for services; clients only need to sign a sheet upon arrival

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–3:30 pm

    • Next Friday

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Tue, June 9th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–3:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–3:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    2 hours 15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.5 mi


    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, June 10th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am

    • Wed, July 8th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am

    • Wed, August 12th (in 3 months)

      10:00 am

    • 10:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Hudson Heights 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 Hudson Heights 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 Hudson Heights that’s open today: The People's Fridge at Word Up

  20. Where are you located?

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