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    Food pantry (groceries)

    New Lots Islamic Center

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.1 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      2:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • Fri, June 12th (in 3 weeks)

      2:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • Fri, June 26th (next month)

      2:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • 2:30 pm–3:30 pm

      every month on the 2nd Friday

    • 2:30 pm–3:30 pm

      every month on the 4th Friday

    Map of New Lots Islamic Center

    Location

    406 New Lots Avenue

    East New York, NY 11207

    directions

    Contact

    (917) 267-8136

    https://www.munassinc.org/locations/

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    39 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.47 mi


    Info

    New Hope Family Worship Center operates a food pantry providing groceries and a soup kitchen offering ready-to-eat meals. The center also provides other social services and may have clothing available. Need proof of address and state ID with address

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–2:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    21 reviews

    Unclaimed

    35 minutes

    average wait time

    0.21 mi


    Info

    Faith‑based food pantry and soup kitchen operated by the East New York Church of God of Prophecy. Provides free groceries on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, with an early distribution window for seniors and people with disabilities. Tickets are handed out before service; clients must bring their own bags. A seasonal Green Sidewalk Market offers fresh produce in the fall.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      3:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, June 9th (in 3 weeks)

      3:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, June 23rd (next month)

      3:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Tuesday

    • 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Tuesday

  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 New Lots.

  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)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    4 minutes

    average wait time

    0.5 mi


    Info

    Community food distribution operated by MUNA Social Services (NEFAP) and hosted at New Lots Islamic Center, providing free groceries to local residents.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      3:00 pm

    • Fri, June 12th (in 3 weeks)

      3:00 pm

    • Fri, June 26th (next month)

      3:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Friday

    • 3:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Friday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.21 mi


    Info

    Church-based food pantry and soup kitchen serving East New York, offering hot meals and pantry bags to community members, with seasonal fresh‑produce distribution.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      3:30 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, June 9th (in 3 weeks)

      3:30 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, June 23rd (next month)

      3:30 pm–6:00 pm

    • 3:30 pm–6:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Tuesday

    • 3:30 pm–6:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    18 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.58 mi


    Info

    Closed during the winter and will be back open in the spring time

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      1:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Fri, May 29th (next week)

      1:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Fri, June 5th (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 1:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.24 mi


    Info

    This flyer promotes a "Free Paint & Sip Experience" for Medicaid members, featuring painting activities, health screenings, food, and pantry bags. Date & Time: Friday, May 29, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Location: . Details: The event is specifically for Medicaid members and offers limited spots on a first-come, first-served basis, though walk-ins are welcome. Contact: For questions, call 646-474-7046.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, May 29th (next week)

      12:00 pm–3:00 pm

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    0.15 mi


    Info

    Services Provided: Hot meals, Clothing distribution,Prayer,Clothing distribution,and Prayer,Counseling,and support

    EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, June 12th (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm

    • Fri, July 10th (in 2 months)

      12:00 pm

    • Fri, August 14th (in 3 months)

      12:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    18 minutes

    average wait time

    0.18 mi


    Info

    • The next distribution is on the 14th of December-
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

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

    • Sat, June 27th (next month)

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

    • Sat, July 25th (in 2 months)

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

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

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.35 mi


    Info

    Who Can Apply for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)? New York State residents who are 60 years of age or older To be eligible, applicants must have an income that falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/csfp/income_guidelines.htm established by the Federal government How Do I Apply for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)? To apply for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, please call a local agency provider nearest you for application information. Once each month you or your proxy will pick up your food at a convenient food distribution site. The local agency providers are listed below: Serving the following counties: Bronx, New York, Queens, Kings

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Seniors only
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

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

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in New Lots 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 New Lots 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 New Lots that’s open today: New Hope Family Worship Center - Food Pantry

  20. Where are you located?

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