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Where to Find Free Groceries Across Westchester County
In Westchester County many families, seniors and individuals are facing food insecurity. Rising living‐costs, job disruptions, medical expenses and transportation challenges all add up. Local food pantries play a vital role in filling the gap: offering shelf-stable groceries, fresh produce, sometimes dairy or frozen proteins, and connecting clients with other support services.
Food insecurity isn’t just about “hunger.” It also means inconsistent access to nutritious, balanced meals especially for children, seniors or households living paycheck-to-paycheck. The good news: pantries reduce stigma by being free, open to folks who qualify, and many now use a “choice” model (clients select what they need rather than receiving a fixed bag), which preserves dignity and reduces waste.
For families reading Macaroni KID, knowing about nearby pantries can make a big difference in planning weekly meals, combining a pantry trip with a farmers market visit or budget-friendly grocery shopping.
If your family is feeling the pinch with SNAP funding on hold, you’re not alone, and Westchester County is full of organizations ready to help. We’ve rounded up local resources where you can find free groceries, community meals, and kid-friendly food programs to make things a little easier.
Helpful tips
- Bring a photo ID and your own reusable bags or tote.
- Call ahead or check the website for hours (they may vary with holidays or weather).
- Arrive early, especially if fresh produce or proteins are in demand.
- While many pantries serve all of Westchester County, some have service-area limits. This is good to check when calling.
- If your go-to pantry is full, check the mobile pantry schedule (see below) for alternative stops.
Dobbs Food Pantry: Located outside the South Presbyterian Church at 343 Broadway in Dobbs Ferry. Open every Wednesday from 10:30 to noon.
Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry
Location: 300 East Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY 10549
Description: Weekly “choice” pantry serving 21 northern Westchester communities; offers fresh produce, frozen proteins and even home delivery.
Community Center of Northern Westchester, Bedford Hills (temporary location)
Holy Spirit Fran Boylan Food Pantry, Cortlandt Manor
Location: 1969 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Description: Non-denominational pantry providing shelf-stable food to working families, seniors and those in short-term need in the region.
Fred’s Pantry – St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (Peekskill)
Location: 137 North Division Street, Peekskill, NY 10566.
Website: stpeterspeekskill.org/freds-food-pantry
Note: consider confirming current hours.
Description: Pantry operated by CHHOP in Peekskill; emphasizes fresh food, meats and produce for local families.
Kol Ami Food Pantry, White Plains
Location: Gym Building in the back of the parking lot 252 Soundview Avenue
Description: Tuesdays 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM, Thursdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: , White Plains
Contact: pantry@nykolami.org
Let It Shine Food Pantry (Verplanck)
Location: 137 7th Street, Verplanck, NY 10596.
Website: letitshineonline.com
Description: Serves Verplanck, Montrose, Buchanan and the Town of Cortlandt; Friday hours.
HOPE Community Services (New Rochelle)
Location: 50 Washington Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801.
Website: adapp.org
Description: Pantry registration and scheduled distributions for the New Rochelle area; part of broader service network.
Horseman Harvest Neighborhood Pantry
Interfaith Emergency Food Pantry – Pleasantville
Location: 70 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, NY 10570.
Website: adapp.org
Description: Local pantry serving the southern/central Westchester region.
Ecumenical Emergency Food Pantry of White Plains
Location: 2 Fisher Court, White Plains, NY.
Description: Accessible pantry for White Plains and nearby neighborhoods.
Eastchester Community Action Program (CAP) Food Pantry
Location: 142-144 Main Street, Tuckahoe, NY 10707.
Website: adapp.org
Description: Emergency pantry services for Eastchester / Tuckahoe area.
Feeding Westchester – Mobile Food Pantry / Partner Network
Service: County-wide agency locator + mobile food pantry schedule.
Website: feedingwestchester.org
Description: With a broad network of partner programs across the county and mobile stop scheduling.
Location: 300 East Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY
Behind the United Methodist Church
Enter off Smith Street
Description: For anyone in need living in Armonk, Bedford, Bedford Hills, Chappaqua, Cross River, Croton Falls, Goldens Bridge, Hawthorne, Katonah, Millwood, Mount Kisco, North Salem, Pleasantville, Pound Ridge, Purdys, Sleepy Hollow, South Salem, Thornwood, Valhalla, Waccabuc, and Yorktown Heights.
Tuesdays: 3:15pm to 7:00pm
Wednesdays: 9:00am to 11:00am & 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Contact: Christian Ayala cayala@thepantryny.org
Pleasantville Food Pantry – Interfaith Emergency Food Pantry
Sleepy Hollow High School Food Pantry
Farmers' Markets
We are offering SNAP tokens starting this Saturday to the first 15 customers with a valid SNAP card. And a food drop-off will be available at the market as well.
If you have a SNAP/EBT card, please bring it to the Managers Tent on Saturdays to receive $40 to spend at the Market. This benefit is limited to one per EBT card per week.
If you'd like to contribute to this program, we welcome donations of any size:
Starting this week, SNAP cardholders can receive $50 in SNAP tokens at the TaSH tent to use with our vendors. Present your SNAP card to the staff. You can receive this assistance once per week while funds last. This service is available until the government enables the use of SNAP funds on cards again.
Community Meals & Free Food Events
- Gulotta House, Ossining Follow on Facebook for pop-up food distribution events
For Families with Kids
Many organizations in Westchester County offer free meals or snacks for children and teens, even outside of school hours. Check with:
- Local YMCAs, Boys & Girls Clubs, or after-school programs
- Libraries or churches that host kids’ meal days or snack tables
- County or city social services websites for up-to-date youth meal information
Blessing Boxes, Little Free Pantries, & Community Fridges
These small, take-what-you-need spots are stocked by neighbors and open 24/7:
- Port Chester Friendly Fridge: Located at the Carver Center, 400 Westchester Avenue. It is stocked with perishable items like milk, eggs, and bread and is accessible 24/7.
- Mount Vernon Community Fridge: Available on Fridays at 11 AM in the Levister Towers Courtyard at 241 South 9th Ave.
- Little Free Pantries: While some specific Westchester locations aren't listed, the Little Free Pantry website has a map where you can search for nearby pantries. Many are built as community or Eagle Scout projects.
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💕 Ways to Help Others
If your family is in a position to give back, many of the groups listed above welcome donations or volunteers. A few cans of soup, a bag of rice, or a few minutes helping stock shelves can make a real difference.
More Local Resources
- 211 Helpline: Call 211 or visit 211.org for up-to-date information on food, housing, and family resources in Westchester County.
- Feeding America: Find additional food pantries at FeedingAmerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank.
Macaroni KID Westchester County is here to support local families whether it’s finding fun things to do or helping when times are tough. Because being part of Macaroni KID means showing up for each other, and we’re always here to help you find what your family needs.
