How to Get Assistance

Food, support, and community resources are available.

Community Solidarity Food Shares provide free groceries, fresh produce, clothing, and other essential resources to people across Long Island and NYC. Whether you need help today or are looking for ongoing support, you can visit one of our weekly Food Shares or use our resource finders to locate food pantries, soup kitchens, community fridges, and other assistance near you.

Visit a Food Share

Community Solidarity Food Share locations are open to everyone. No paperwork, ID, or proof of income is required. You will receive most, if not all, of the groceries you need for the week. Just come to a location below at the listed times.

Hempstead Food Share Distribution every Sunday at 3:30pm View location Huntington Food Share Distribution every Tuesday at 8:15pm View location Farmingville Food Share Distribution every Thursday at 8:15pm View location Wyandanch Food Share Distribution every Saturday at 12pm View location Bed-Stuy Food Share Distribution every Sunday at 3:30pm View location

Find More Help Near You

Search our resource tools to find food pantries and other assistance programs throughout Long Island and New York City.

Food Resources Finder Find pantries, soup kitchens, community fridges, food programs, and emergency food support. Get Other Kinds Of Assistance Find additional support services, community programs, and assistance with everything from paying for heating oil to child care.

Need help choosing where to start? Visit a Food Share for immediate support, or use the finders to search by location.