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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Grand Central Food Program, Madison Square Park (5th Ave. & 27th St.)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.22 mi


    Info

    Distribution is on Madison Square Park (5th Ave. & 27th St.) "For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring."

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 pm

    • Next Saturday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 pm

    • Next Sunday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 pm

      every day

    Map of Grand Central Food Program, Madison Square Park (5th Ave. & 27th St.)

    Location

    11 Madison Avenue

    New York, NY 10010

    directions

    Contact

    (212) 776-2000

    https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.6 mi


    Info

    Xavier Mission is a secular 501(c)(3) non-profit that has addressed hunger, homelessness, and poverty in New York City since 1983. The customer-choice food pantry provides groceries to low-income families in a shopping-style environment. The pantry also distributes fresh produce, women's and children's clothing, and household linens. Staff help connect guests with benefit programs, health insurance information, and other community services.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Schedule appointment through Plentiful app
      • Registration required
      • Community services
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

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

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.63 mi


    Info

    Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen is the largest emergency food program in New York State, serving nutritious hot meals to anyone who walks in, without question or qualification. Each meal is prepared with a balanced mix of fruit, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy. The kitchen has never missed a meal service since opening in 1982 and welcomes guests with dignity and respect. On-site social services are also available to help guests with food, housing, employment, and other basic needs.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Client choice pantry
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Today

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • 1:30 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

    • 10:30 am–12:30 pm

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

    • 9:00 am–5:00 pm

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

  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 NoMad.

  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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.3 mi


    Info

    The St. Francis Breadline is a Franciscan outreach ministry dedicated to serving New York City's poor, homeless, hungry, and marginalized neighbors with compassion, dignity, and hope.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am

    • Tomorrow

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–10:30 am

      every week on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am

      every day

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.47 mi


    Info

    Queer-centric, volunteer-led effort addressing food insecurity among neighbors in New York City.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Thu, November 26th (next month)

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Thu, December 24th (in 2 months)

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.38 mi


    Info

    Alliance for Positive Change's Midtown Central Headquarters primarily serves individuals enrolled in their programs, particularly those with two or more chronic illnesses, HIV, or mental health and substance use issues. They offer extensive social services, including support groups, housing navigation, insurance linkage, job training, cash management, and health homes. A main food pantry distribution is held on the 15th of every month for registered clients. Emergency food is available during operating hours, provided once for first-time non-clients, and ongoing for registered clients. To become a client and access services, walk-ins are welcome for intake Monday through Friday, preferably by 4:00 PM. Please bring an ID and Medicaid card for intake. The location is on the 3rd Floor. The phone number is a central line providing options for various Alliance for Positive Change centers.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–5:00 pm

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

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–5:00 pm

      every month on the 15th

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.3 mi


    Info

    The Edie Windsor SAGE Center is an innovative senior center serving LGBTQ+ elders and their peers in New York City as part of SAGE's (Services and Advocacy for LGBT Elders) NYC Innovative Senior Centers program. Founded in 1978, SAGE is the country's largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBT older adults. Members enjoy an affirming community open to all regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:45 pm–6:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:45 pm–6:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:45 pm–6:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:45 pm–6:00 pm

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

    Contact

    (646) 576-8669(Mon–Fri 12pm–8pm)

    https://sageserves.org/what-we-do/new-york-programs/ny-sage-centers/

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.56 mi


    Info

    The Coalition for the Homeless operates a mobile soup kitchen for people facing homelessness and hunger in New York City.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • 9:15 pm

      every day

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.61 mi


    Info

    Xavier Mission's Welcome Table is a sit-down soup kitchen serving a hot, nutritious lunch every Sunday — the one day most other NYC soup kitchens are closed. In addition to the meal, guests can access assistance with government benefits and birth certificates, legal referrals, health screenings, and other support services. The program has been serving New Yorkers in need since 1983 and serves roughly 1,000 meals each Sunday.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Sunday

    Contact

    (212) 627-2100(Mon–Fri 9am–5pm)

    https://xaviermission.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.37 mi


    Info

    Phipps Neighborhoods’ Food Access program provides emergency food assistance and connects Bronx families with coordinated support intended to improve food security and long-term stability.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Today

      1:00 pm–4:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      1:00 pm–4:30 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      1:00 pm–4:30 pm

    • 1:00 pm–4:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in NoMad 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 NoMad 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 NoMad that’s open today: Xavier Mission, Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen, St. Francis Breadline, Alliance for Positive Change, SAGE (Services and Advocacy for LGBT Elders), Phipps Neighborhoods, Inc. (Food Access – Melrose and West Farms)

  20. Where are you located?

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