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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Church of ST. HELENA'S Roman Catholic

    99 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time

    0.43 mi


    Info

    Line starts at 12 pm

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • Registration required
      • ID required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, October 28th (next week)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, November 4th (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Church of ST. HELENA'S Roman Catholic

    Location

    2057 Westchester Avenue

    Parkchester, NY 10462

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 892-3232

    https://churchofsthelena.com/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    105 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.31 mi


    Info

    Sign up on www.plentiful.com. Make sure you input your valid mobile number and an email address to be notified of any pantry closings. Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household. On-site registration required. Clients are served alphabetically: one week A-L, the following week M-Z. First-time clients will be served regardless of their name.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      8:00 am–10:00 am

    • Fri, October 30th (next week)

      8:00 am–10:00 am

    • Fri, November 6th (in 2 weeks)

      8:00 am–10:00 am

    • 8:00 am–10:00 am

      every 2 weeks on Friday

    • 8:00 am–10:00 am

      every 2 weeks on Friday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    22 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.46 mi


    Info

    • Needs volunteers
    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, October 31st (next week)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, November 7th (in 2 weeks)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on 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 Parkchester.

  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)

    55 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.77 mi


    Info

    Client‑choice, supermarket‑style food pantry distributing free, fresh, and well‑balanced groceries. Uses an appointment system to minimize waiting while allowing walk‑in on‑site registration. https://edmnyc.org/supermarket-pantry/ Delivery Now Available! Fresh groceries, delivered right to your door — at no cost to you. This service is especially designed for: Expectant mothers and new parents (pregnant or with a newborn up to 2 months old), Elderly residents (65+), and Homebound or disabled individuals

    • Requirements

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

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

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, October 30th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, November 6th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.27 mi


    Info

    MUNA Social Services food assistance program based at Parkchester Islamic Center.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Halal food available

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm @ Parkchester Islamic Center

    • Thu, November 12th (in 3 weeks)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm @ Parkchester Islamic Center

    • Thu, November 26th (next month)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm @ Parkchester Islamic Center

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    49 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.34 mi


    Info

    Food Pantry: 2nd and 4th tuesday of the Month: Starts at 11am- until supplies last

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Tue, October 27th (next week)

      11:00 am

    • Tue, November 10th (in 3 weeks)

      11:00 am

    • Tue, November 24th (next month)

      11:00 am

    • 11:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Tuesday

    • 11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    45 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.49 mi


    Info

    This church-run food pantry provides free groceries to local residents. The operating schedule varies based on volunteer availability. Clients must check the Plentiful app for the most current dates and times. A clothing closet may also be available.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Today

      12:30 pm

    • Sun, October 25th (next week)

      12:30 pm

    • Sun, November 1st (in 2 weeks)

      12:30 pm

    • 12:30 pm

      every week on Sunday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    28 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.27 mi


    Info

    A community food pantry operated by MUNA Social Services at Parkchester Islamic Center to help people facing food insecurity.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Thu, November 12th (in 3 weeks)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Thu, November 26th (next month)

      CLOSED

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.51 mi


    Info

    Our Lady of Solace food pantry provides free groceries to low‑income households in the 10462 zip code. Clients must register, show ID, and bring their own bags or a cart. The pantry operates two afternoons each week, offering a client‑choice selection of staple foods.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • This Friday

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Thu, October 29th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    27 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.48 mi


    Info

    A nonprofit Christian ministry focused on helping meet community needs through counseling and Christian preaching.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

    • Sat, October 31st (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

    • Sat, November 7th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

      every week on Saturday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Parkchester 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 Parkchester 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 Parkchester that’s open today: Church of the Atonement Food Pantry (at Atonement Episcopal Church)

  20. Where are you located?

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