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New Direction Services

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New Direction Services is a community-based nonprofit food pantry that uses a client-choice model so visitors pick the groceries that fit their households. The pantry focuses on fresh produce and whole foods to support healthy eating, and offers health screenings, wellness workshops, and pet food support alongside the groceries. The organization welcomes single adults, seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, families, and LGBTQIA+ neighbors across Staten Island.

  • Requirements

    • ID required
    • Call in advance for services
  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries

Schedule

  • Today

    Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Client choice pantry
    • Other social services available
    • Fresh produce
    • Pet food may be available
  • Sat, June 27th (next week)

    Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Client choice pantry
    • Other social services available
    • Fresh produce
    • Pet food may be available
  • Sat, July 4th (in 2 weeks)

    Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Client choice pantry
    • Other social services available
    • Fresh produce
    • Pet food may be available
  • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–2:00 pm

    every week on Saturday

Map of New Direction Services

Location

1027 Post Ave

Staten Island, NY 10302

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Contact

(718) 415-5383

https://www.nds-usa.org/

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting New Direction Services, at 8:00 AM tomorrow. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–New Direction Services requires: ID required, Call in advance for services.

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 New Direction Services during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like New Direction Services offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. 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.

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 do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Do they have meat?

Unfortunately, New Direction Services may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is New Direction Services open today?

New Direction Services is open today 8:00 AM-2:00 PM!

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. New Direction Services is located at 1027 Post Ave!

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.