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.

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 NoMad.

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?

Every location is different! Some places in NoMad 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.

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.

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

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

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 NoMad that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/494">Grand Central Food Program, Madison Square Park (5th Ave & 27th St) </a>, <a href="/directory/resources/538">Holy Cross, St. John the Baptist, Bread of Life</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clmgmo4wi028krw0hw390z2bv">Grand Central Neighborhood Social Service Corp.</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/1372">NahYah Ministries</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/1503">Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cl4z5smes000404w04wtvnqoa">Keith Haring (GMHC)</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyzkkirk2819883o1dcqsm72vj">GMHC Meals Program</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/516">Grand Central Food Program, Penn Station</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clu7wt631003ly5z20g18o6uo">Salvation Army New York Temple Corp</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in NoMad for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in NoMad - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In NoMadLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, Madison Square Park (5th Ave & 27th St)
no ratings yet

0.03 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  No requirements
  Open on holidays
  Nightly mobile soup kitchen
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:45 pm–9:00 pm
- This Thursday
  8:45 pm–9:00 pm
- This Friday
  8:45 pm–9:00 pm
- 8:45 pm–9:00 pm
  every day
Location
234 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2090
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Holy Cross, St. John the Baptist, Bread of Life
24 minutes
average wait time

0.39 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  ID required for all members of the household
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
  Only serves midtown Manhattan between 14th and 59th Streets, from river to river
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, June 19th (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, June 26th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
213 W 30th St
New York, NY 10001
directions
Contact
(212) 564-9070
https://www.christinthecity.nyc/st-john-bread-of-life
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Neighborhood Social Service Corp.
38 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Mobile soup kitchen truck
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:30 am–7:30 am
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:30 am–7:30 am
  every day
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every day
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every day
Location
120 East 32nd Street
New York, NY 10016
directions
Contact
(212) 883-0680
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.
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 NoMad.
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!
Food pantry (groceries)
NahYah Ministries
47 minutes
average wait time

0.42 mi
Info
Only people with appointments are served before 12 noon.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–6:00 pm
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Appointments required
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, June 19th (next week)
  10:30 am–6:00 pm
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Appointments required
- Wed, June 26th (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–6:00 pm
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Appointments required
- 10:30 am–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
431 7th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
directions
Contact
(347) 388-5992
https://www.facebook.com/nahyahfoodpantry/
Food pantry (groceries)
St Peter's Food Pantry
24 minutes
average wait time

0.71 mi
Info
Call (212) 929-2390 to confirm if the Food Pantry is open before going to the scheduled distribution.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Might be closed before holidays, call to confirm.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, June 22nd (next week)
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, June 29th (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- 10:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
346 W 20th St
New York, NY 10011
directions
Contact
(212) 929-2390
www.stpeterschelsea.org
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen
40 minutes
average wait time

0.63 mi
Info
Pantry guests are able to take home three bags of food—one bag of dried goods, one of produce, and one of protein and dairy. For two hours every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoon, hundreds of individuals and families come through our doors to pick up their groceries for the following week. If you are in need of groceries from our pantry, please sign up on the plentiful app.
- Requirements
  Come early, line starts at 6am
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Help with social services/public benefits
  Offers job training/assistance
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Register on PLENTIFUL app
  Will be given three bags of food—one bag of dried goods, one of produce, and one of protein and dairy
  To enroll: Text “FOOD” to PANTRY (726-879) and select HASK to make a reservation
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday
Location
296 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
directions
Contact
(212) 924-0167
https://holyapostlessoupkitchen.org/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Keith Haring (GMHC)
14 minutes
average wait time

0.67 mi
Info
We are only open to folks who are already GMHC clients. In order to receive our food pantry or hot meal services, folks must arrive with a GMHC client ID
- Requirements
  GMHC Client ID required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
307 W 38th St
New York, NY 10018
directions
Contact
(212) 367-1409
https://www.gmhc.org/services/meals-nutrition/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
GMHC Meals Program
10 minutes
average wait time

0.75 mi
Info
Distribution inside agency lobby as well as the 4th and 5th floors of the building, located at 307 West 38th Street.

community members that are not GMHC clients must make a reservation beforehand by calling the nutrition team, or reserving a spot via Plentifulapp.com. First-time attendees can be registered upon arrival.

Pre-packaged, shelf-stable pantry bags and ready to eat meals Fresh produce and eggs (for GMHC clients) Two services of produce (for GMHC clients)
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, June 19th (next week)
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- Wed, June 26th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
307 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
directions
Contact
(212) 367-1000
https://www.gmhc.org/services/meals-nutrition/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, Penn Station
no ratings yet

0.59 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  No requirements
  Nightly mobile soup kitchen
Schedule
- Today
  9:15 pm–9:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:15 pm–9:30 pm
- This Thursday
  9:15 pm–9:30 pm
- 9:15 pm–9:30 pm
  every day
Location
299 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10119
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army New York Temple Corp
no ratings yet

0.71 mi
Info
Corps #: (212) 337-7469 Call between 9 and 2pm to make appointment , its only for neighbourhood. They will provide a pick up time.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
  Only serve the neighborhood
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
120 W 14th St
New York, NY 10011
directions
Contact
(212) 337-7469
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in NoMad 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.
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.
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 NoMad do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
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.
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 NoMad that’s open today: Grand Central Food Program, Madison Square Park (5th Ave & 27th St) , Holy Cross, St. John the Baptist, Bread of Life, Grand Central Neighborhood Social Service Corp., NahYah Ministries, Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen, Keith Haring (GMHC), GMHC Meals Program, Grand Central Food Program, Penn Station, Salvation Army New York Temple Corp
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in NoMad for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.