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Food Pantries, Food Banks and Free Meals in New York

Search for food assistance throughout New York, including food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, mobile distributions, and meal programs.

Hours, eligibility rules, and food availability may change. Contact the organization before visiting whenever possible.

Active Programs 349 approved listings in New York
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Alexandria Community Thrift Store and Food Pantry

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Alexandria Bay, NY 42601 State Route 12
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Our mission is to reduce the hardships of those living at a low-income level by providing clothing and household items at a little or no cost based on financial need. The Alexandria Community Thrift Store and Food Pantry is able to help ind...

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Antwerp Food Pantry

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Antwerp, NY 45 Main Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Antwerp Food Pantry, Inc. is an IRS 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established to help individuals and families experiencing a food hardship. The Antwerp Food Pantry is located in the Antwerp Town Hall and is open every Monday from 5-7...

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PEACE, Inc. - Eastside Family Resource Center (FRC) Emergency Food Pantry

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Syracuse , NY 202 South Beech Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Food Bank Hours: Monday 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. Individuals are required to provide center with a current proof of address, photo ID for each individual in the household and must live within the specified area of the center.

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​Cato Christian Fellowship

Free groceries Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Cato, NY 2570 East Main Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Our Food Pantry is a member program of the Food Bank of Central New York and is open twice a month - the 3rd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Of course emergency cases come up occasionally and we do open up for that at anytime. The only req...

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Baldwinsville Community Food Pantry

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Baldwinsville , NY 17 West Genesee Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The Baldwinsville Community Food began in 1978 and presently operates five days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. During the month of August 2014 it fulfilled requests for 163 families or 502 individuals. Once a month individuals and fami...

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Basilica of Sacred Heart Food Pantry

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Syracuse , NY 1001 Park Avenue
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Provides a food pantry for individuals in need. Required Documentation: Proof of residency, proof of all members of the household. Hours: Tuesday, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Blessed Sacrament Food Pantry

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Syracuse , NY 3127 James Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Provides a food pantry for individuals in need. Required Documentation: Proof of residency. Hours: January - October: Thursday, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM; Saturday, 11/12/16 and 12/10/16: 8 AM - 11:30 AM

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Brewerton Community Food Pantry

Free groceries Drive-through food distribution Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Brewerton , NY 5395 Orangeport Road
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Provides a food pantry for individuals in need. Required Documentation: Proof of address in the form of driver's licence, utility bill, or rental agreement. Hours: Tuesdays 10:00 - noon, Thursdays 4:30 - 6:30 pm

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Calvary Food Pantry

Free groceries Hot meals Children and family programs Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Auburn, NY 90 Franklin Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment information listed

The Calvary Food Pantry, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, just celebrated its 31st year. The mission of Calvary Food Pantry is to meet emergency needs of residents of our designated geographical area of Auburn and to advocate for th...

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New York FAQ

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Where can I find free food in New York?

Use the city links on this page or search by ZIP code to compare pantries, meal programs, and other food assistance listings.

Do programs have the same requirements statewide?

No. Requirements vary by organization and program. A listing may mention documents, appointments, referrals, or service areas when that information is available.

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