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

    Bethesda Mission Baptist Church

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.32 mi


    Info

    Church‑operated food assistance provides a weekly grocery pantry and an on‑site soup kitchen serving hot meals. Clients receive bags of groceries and can sit for a hot meal. Service is open to the public, first‑come‑first‑served, and requires a photo ID and a personal bag or cart.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am–10:00 am

    • This Thursday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am–10:00 am

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 7:30 am–10:00 am

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Bethesda Mission Baptist Church

    Location

    179-09 Jamaica Avenue

    Jamaica, NY 11432

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 297-5908
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    53 minutes

    average wait time

    1.19 mi


    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, June 3rd (in 4 weeks)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Wednesday

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

    Contact

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    49 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.38 mi


    Info

    KEHILAT SEPHARDIM FOOD PANTRY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGISTRATION IN ADVANCE IS REQUIRED

    If you have trouble signing up with Plentiful, please fill out this form https://forms.gle/ruJqpe2Z8Ang2QAV8 and bring your phone number written on paper before your arrival.

    1. All clients must wait on the line until called and check in inside.

    A STAFF MEMBER WILL DIRECT YOU INSIDE WHEN IT IS YOUR TURN.

    2)All clients must have their phone number written down or have the plentiful app downloaded.

    PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT PROVIDE PEN & PAPER TO CLIENTS.

    1. Clients will be issued tickets based on the information listed in our system. If you believe this information is incorrect, please let us know.

    (WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE IF WE BELIEVE THE INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED IS FRAUDULENT)

    1. Clients must provide photo ID for any additional people they wish to pick up for

    FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL ID WILL RESULT IN THAT ACCOUNT NOT BEING SERVED

    1. Clients can only be served once every 7 days.

    (PLEASE NOTE THE LAST DAY YOU RECEIVED FOOD AND PLAN AHEAD FOR THE FOLLOWING WEEK.)

    1. Clients will only be given whatever food products are on the line at the time of their service.

    2. Please take note of posted operating hours. (They are listed on the entrance door, our office door as well as on our website, google and all our social media).

    CLIENTS WILL BE SERVED UP UNTIL POSTED CLOSING TIME.

    ANY CLIENT COMING AFTER HOURS WILL BE ASKED TO RETURN DURING THE NEXT SERVICE DAY.

    THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THESE POLICIES

    PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS OF STAFF AND MANAGEMENT AT ALL TIMES FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN YOU BEING DENIED SERVICE,

    AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE, ALONG WITH BEING BLOCKED IN OUR SYSTEM. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, PLEASE SEE A MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Kosher food available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Sunday

  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 Utopia.

  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)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.86 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, May 16th (next week)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, May 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    15 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.4 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      6:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      8:30 am–9:30 am

    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      6:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • 8:30 am–9:30 am

      every week on Monday

    • 6:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.12 mi


    Info

    Community food pantry distribution run by MUNA Social Services’ Nourish Emergency Food Assistance Program (NEFAP) at Al Arafa Islamic Center, providing culturally appropriate groceries and fresh produce to households in need.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, May 15th (next week)

      10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Fri, June 5th (next month)

      10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Fri, June 19th (next month)

      CLOSED

    • Fri, July 3rd (in 2 months)

      CLOSED

    • 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 1st Friday

    • 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.21 mi


    Info

    Faith‑based nonprofit pantry that provides free groceries to households in need. It also offers clothing when available and connects clients to additional community services such as tax‑preparation assistance, defensive driving courses, and real‑estate classes.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tue, May 12th (next week)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tue, May 19th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    1.34 mi


    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, May 21st (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 hours 20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.12 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, May 27th (in 3 weeks)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, June 10th (next month)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    11 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.06 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, June 10th (next month)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, July 8th (in 2 months)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Utopia 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 Utopia 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 Utopia that’s open today: Met Council–Kehilat Sephardim

  20. Where are you located?

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