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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck

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Free summer breakfast and lunch program for children and teens, run by the New York City Department of Education as part of the federal Summer Food Service Program. The site provides nutritious meals so children can keep eating well while school is out, with no paperwork, no identification, and no income verification required. The cafeteria at this public middle school welcomes neighborhood kids, teens, and visiting families throughout the summer.

  • Requirements

    • All children under 18 are eligible
    • Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger

  • Offerings

    • Prepared Meals

Schedule

  • Today

    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:15 am

  • Today

    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:15 pm

  • Tomorrow

    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:15 am

  • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:15 pm

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

  • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:15 am

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

Map of Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck

Location

85-05 144th Street

Jamaica, NY 11435

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Contact

(718) 657-1120(Mon–Fri 8am–9am)

https://www.ms217.org/

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck, at 8:00 AM tomorrow. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck requires: All children under 18 are eligible, Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

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!

Do I need an appointment?

No appointment needed! Just show up to Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Soup kitchens like Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck 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.

Is Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck open today?

Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck is open today 8:00 AM-9:15 AM!

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. Jhs 217 Robert A Van Wyck is located at 85-05 144th Street!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits 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.

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 near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.