Food Assistance (for all ages)
Nextdoor App
The Nextdoor app allows you to connect with neighbors who are willing to deliver groceries and assist with other errands during the crisis. Download it on the App Store or Google Play.
New York City
Free meals through the New York City Department of Education
All New York City students are welcome to get free breakfast and lunch 5 days a week (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) through the New York City Department of Education. Meals are available at hundreds of schools across the city. Find the free meal location closest to you: https://www.opt-osfns.org/schoolfoodny/meals/default.aspx.
NYC COVID-19 Crisis Emergency Food Delivery
If you are at high medical risk, have no family or friends who can get food for you, do not receive meal delivery from other providers such as Meals on Wheels, and can’t afford groceries, you can get meal deliveries directly from New York City. To create an account and apply for this service, visit: https://cv19engagementportal.cityofnewyork.us/#/display/5e7555117ad6750216160409
New York City Food Banks
There are dozens of food bank across New York City providing assistance to New Yorkers in need during the coronavirus crisis. To find a food bank location open near you visit: https://www.foodbanknyc.org/covid-19 We advise you call ahead, if possible, because each food pantry may have their own requirements and hours due to the coronavirus crisis.
SNAP and WIC Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is a federal program that provides government assistance with paying for groceries. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children provides food and nutritional services to low-income women. Check your eligibility for these programs here.
New Jersey
Community Food Bank of New Jersey
Search for a food pantry near you on Community Food Bank of New Jersey’s website: https://cfbnj.org/findfood We advise you call the food pantry ahead of time, if possible, because each food pantry may have their own requirements and hours due to the coronavirus crisis.
Grab and Go Meals at Public Schools
Many public schools in New Jersey are providing “to-go” meals that families can pick up. Call your child’s school for more information.
SNAP and WIC Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides government assistance with paying for groceries. To check your eligibility and apply, click here. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children provides food and nutritional services to low-income women. Check your eligibility for WIC here.
Long Island
Long Island Cares
Distributes food and supplies to over 590 food pantries, soup kitchens, and other services. To find the distribution location nearest you, visit https://www.licares.org/find-food/ Please contact the location prior to visiting.
If you need to be assessed for a mobile home delivery due to the COVID-19 outbreak, please call for a phone assessment (631) 582-3663; ext. 109, or email [email protected]. Please allow 24-48 hours for a response.
SNAP and WIC Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides government assistance with paying for groceries. To check your eligibility and apply, click here. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children provides food and nutritional services to low-income women. Apply for WIC here.
Upstate New York
Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY
Serves 24 counties: Albany, Clinton, Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Hamilton, Montgomery, Orange, Otsego, Putnam, Rensselaer, Rockland, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Sullivan, Ulster, Warren, Washington.
Visit https://regionalfoodbank.net/find-nearest-agency to locate the distribution center nearest you. Please call ahead, as some locations are by appointment only. You can also contact the Regional Food Bank at [email protected] or (518) 786-3691.
FoodLink
Serves individuals living in 10 counties: Allegany, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates.
Those seeking food assistance are encouraged to call 2-1-1 or text 898-211 to learn about resources throughout the 10-county region. A map of food distribution sites can also be found at https://foodlinkny.org/foodlink-updates-in-response-to-covid-19-coronavirus-concerns-in-our-communities/
Food Bank of Western NY
Serves 4 counties: Cattaraugus, Chatauqua, Erie, Niagara.
To find a food distribution location near you, visit https://www.foodbankwny.org/pantry-locator or call (716) 852-1305.
Food Bank of Central NY
Serves 11 counties: Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, St. Lawrence.
To find a food distribution location near you, visit https://www.foodbankcny.org or call (315) 437-1899.
Food Bank of the Southern Tier
Serves 6 counties: Broome, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins.
To find a food distribution location near you, visit https://www.foodbankst.org/find-food or call (607) 796-6061.
SNAP and WIC Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides government assistance with paying for groceries. To check your eligibility and apply, click here. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children provides food and nutritional services to low-income women. Apply for WIC here.
Westchester
Feeding Westchester
This agency provides mobile food pantries and distributes food to over 300 partner agencies in Westchester County. For pantry locations and schedules, or other assistance, visit https://feedingwestchester.org, email [email protected], or call (914) 923-1100.
SNAP and WIC Benefits
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides government assistance with paying for groceries. To check your eligibility and apply, click here. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children provides food and nutritional services to low-income women. To check your eligibility and apply for WIC, click here.
