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    Food pantry (groceries)

    RiseBoro Community Partnership - Wellness Rising

    69 reviews

    Unclaimed

    45 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    receive a bag of fresh produce that is meant to feed a family of four for a week. ID is required as well as proof of address. For pantry hours or questions please call (347)493-2837.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Tue, June 2nd (in 2 weeks)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–3:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of RiseBoro Community Partnership - Wellness Rising

    Location

    518 Bushwick Ave

    New York, NY 11206

    directions

    Contact

    (917) 810-3156

    https://riseboro.org/program/nutrition/#subsection-food_pantry

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    4 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    The truck is parked in front of St. John the Evangelist Lutheran Church, across the street from the Williamsburg Houses.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      CLOSED

    • Next Wednesday

      12:30 pm

    • Mon, June 1st (in 2 weeks)

      12:30 pm

    • 12:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday

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

    10 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Church-based community pantry and meal program operated by Compassion House CDC at Cathedral of Joy Christian Center, providing free groceries and hot meals, with occasional donated clothing distribution.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Next Tuesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:30 am

      • Call in advance for services
    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:30 pm

      every week on the 1st Tuesday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am

      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 Williamsburg.

  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)

    19 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    • Food Availability: Food availability may vary. Please call in advance to confirm current availability.
    • Identification: Generally, identification is not required. However, individuals residing in shelters who cannot cook may be asked for ID. This policy helps ensure food assistance reaches those who need it most and prevents misuse of resources.
    • Location: The pantry is located at 95-17, at the back of the building, accessible via a large gate.
    • Important Notice: For security reasons, and because the pantry's location and distribution dates may change, please always call ahead to confirm the current operating status and address before visiting.

    Food distribution happens at back -(Parking lot) Walthalm Street

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, June 20th (in 4 weeks)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • Sat, July 18th (in 2 months)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • Sat, August 15th (in 3 months)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Claimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    The truck is parked across the street from the Williamsburgh Library on the Division Avenue Overpass, between Marcy Avenue & Rodney Street.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

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

      every week on Wednesday

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

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    61 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    https://www.trinityhumanservices.org/programs/emergency-food-pantry

    Our Client Choice Food Pantry is a modern, supermarket-style pantry where customers can shop for and choose the food they want. They can also reserve a time to visit the Food Pantry by using the mobile app Plentiful that allows customers to make appointments to shop. From July-October, our Food Pantry features fresh organic fruits and vegetables grown at local farms through United Way’s Local Produce Link program.

    Our goal is to eliminate food insecurity by connecting clients to food and to resources and education they need to help lift them and their families out of crisis.

    We are seeking volunteers to help at the pantry. THSC Food Pantry is the only emergency food program in the area that is open four days a week, Tuesday – Friday, 9 am – 12 pm and 1– 4 pm.

    How to make an appointment:

    A) Text "TRINITYHSC" to PANTRY (726-879) to make a reservation.

    B) Apply online at http://www.plentifulapp.com

    C) Call us at (718) 388-3176

    D) Register on site in person with photo ID

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Next Tuesday

      1:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    6 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    A meal is served right outside their Community Kitchen. Meals are available on a first come, first served basis and may all be distributed within 15-20 minutes (give or take) upon arrival, depending on the weather, holiday season, and other variables.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      CLOSED

    • Next Tuesday

      11:45 am

    • Next Wednesday

      11:45 am

    • 11:45 am

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    23 reviews

    Unclaimed

    12 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    text ☞ (929) 352-0629 Please TEXT the number above with your full name & you will be contacted back via text. Immigration Services are by Appointment Only.

    • Requirements

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

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

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am

    • Tue, June 2nd (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am

    • 9:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Community‑based, client‑choice food pantry run by Southside United HDFC (Los Sures) offering free groceries, including fresh produce and canned/dry goods, plus on‑site assistance with benefits and other Los Sures social services. Typically one visit per household per month.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, June 2nd (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, June 9th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    22 reviews

    Claimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    • The church opens its doors early at 8:05am to register walk-ins.
    • Only one bag of groceries and produce per recipient. Unless they have proof of working as a home attendant, and provide the patient's ID, then they are provided an additional bag of groceries with produce.

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Wed, June 3rd (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–10:30 am

    • Wed, June 10th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–10:30 am

    • 9:00 am–10:30 am

      every week on Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg that’s open today: Cathedral of Joy Church of God

  20. Where are you located?

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