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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Tzu-Chi Foundation Food Pantry

    27 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    The Tzu Chi Foundation New York Chapter operates a weekly food pantry from its Northeast Region Office in Flushing, serving approximately 2,000 households each month. The pantry provides free groceries including fresh produce sourced through food banks, government subsidies, and charitable donations. On the first visit, clients register with their address and household size and receive a food pantry ID and a Blue produce distribution registration card for future visits. Tickets are distributed at 9:00 AM on a first-come, first-served basis before distribution begins. The organization is part of the international Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, which provides material, financial, and spiritual aid. Services are available in both Chinese and English.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once every 2 weeks
      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      10:00 am–11:30 am

    • Next Friday

      10:00 am–11:30 am

    • Fri, November 13th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–11:30 am

    • 10:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Friday

    Map of Tzu-Chi Foundation Food Pantry

    Location

    137-77 Northern Blvd

    Flushing, NY 11354

    directions

    Contact

    (718) 888-0866(Mon–Thu 9am–5pm, Fri 8am–12pm)

    https://tzuchi.us/offices/ny

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    47 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Food Pantry is located at the basement of rectory Pre registration is required please call ahead

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Tue, November 10th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Wed, November 11th (in 2 weeks)

      CLOSED

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday

    Contact

    https://stmichaelsflushing.org/about/contact

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    37 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Muslim-led, client-choice food pantry operated by ICNA Relief that provides free groceries with dignity to anyone in need in the Flushing community. As a program of ICNA Relief (Islamic Circle of North America), the pantry serves all community members regardless of background, offering halal food options alongside a variety of grocery items selected by clients themselves.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, November 11th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Wed, November 18th (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

  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 Flushing.

  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)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    The First United Methodist Church in Flushing runs the Food Sharing With Our Neighbors program, a weekly food pantry. Clients are advised to arrive early to line up, as the pantry closes when food is no longer available. Announcements regarding closures are posted on the information board. Seniors fresh produce distribution is for August only

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am

      • Fresh produce
      • Seniors only
    • Next Thursday

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

    • Mon, November 9th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am

      • Fresh produce
      • Seniors only
    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am

      every week on Monday

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

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Must Call on Thursday at 718-353-4553 x0 to make an appointment for tuesdays

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Tue, November 10th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Tue, November 17th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:30 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    • Registration is required on the first Monday of every month before receiving any food, they provide pick up food day and time once registered. On-site registration required SACSS’s Food Pantry Home Delivery Program provides a critical nutrition lifeline for South Asian, AAPI and other underserved individuals who are chronically ill and/or older and homebound. If you are someone who needs groceries delivered to your home, please call us at (718) 321-7929
    • Requirements

      • Registration required
      • Community services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

      • ID required
    • Mon, December 7th (in 2 months)

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

      • ID required
    • Mon, January 4th (in 3 months)

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

      • ID required
    • 11:30 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 1st Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Kosher food available

    Schedule

    • Tue, November 17th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Tue, December 15th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Tue, January 19th (in 3 months)

      9:00 am–10:30 am

    • 9:00 am–10:30 am

      every month on the 3rd Tuesday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    KCS Flushing Older Adult Center (funded by NYC Aging) serves culturally appropriate Korean meals (breakfast and lunch) on site, with an additional Friday Grab-and-Go lunch. They offer bilingual case workers who provide social services and benefits assistance to seniors in the Flushing area. Registration is required for their meal services, and the Friday Grab-and-Go lunch operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. This organization does not operate a food pantry; clients seeking food pantry services are referred to the New York City Common Pantry for registration.

    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Seniors only
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Open now!

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

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:00 am

    • Next Monday

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

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

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

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:00 am

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating


    Info

    The Flushing Food Collaborative is a coalition of community organizations providing weekly emergency food assistance to households experiencing food insecurity in the Flushing area. Organized by the MinKwon Center for Community Action, the Greater Flushing Chamber of Commerce, the Free Synagogue of Flushing, Kissena Synergy, the Flushing Interfaith Council, and other local partners, the program distributes quality food items including fresh produce to individuals and families in need.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

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

    • Thu, November 12th (in 2 weeks)

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

    • Thu, November 19th (in 3 weeks)

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

    • Thu, November 26th (in 4 weeks)

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

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

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    8 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 hour 30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Must live in the flushing area

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, November 18th (in 3 weeks)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, November 18th (in 3 weeks)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Wed, December 16th (in 2 months)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

    • 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Flushing 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 Flushing 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 Flushing that’s open today: Tzu-Chi Foundation Food Pantry, Korean Community Services

  20. Where are you located?

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