During the COVID-19 public health crisis, New York City is taking steps to make sure every New Yorker has access to the food they need.
GetFoodNYC: Free Food Locations
Map of food resources across the city, including free food pantries and Grab & Go meals at NYC Schools, available for all children or adults in need, as well as grocery stores and farmer's markets locations.
View the new solicitation for the Older Adult Food Access Program and read the FAQ. Read the Addendum issued 7.9.2020, as well as a secondary FAQ. View Addendum 2, released 7.15.2020, FAQ #3 and FAQ #4. In addition, we have prepared a video and slideshow explaining the solicitation for prospective applicants. Read the Addendum 3, Addendum 4, FAQ #5, and FAQ #6. This bid is now closed. View the bid tabulation, and the registered contracts.
P-EBT
Learn about P-EBT, $420 per child in money for groceries coming to all NYC public school families, in multiple languages.
AccessNYC
Find out if you may be eligible for food benefits including SNAP and WIC, and learn how to apply.
Cooking at Home
Our supply chain is strong, but it is changing to adapt, and during this time, we may need to think more creatively in the kitchen. The City of New York is sharing tips and ideas from New York chefs to help get you started.
NYC Food Delivery Assistance
If you cannot go out to get food, no one can bring you food, and you are not able to use private delivery options, New York City will deliver emergency meals to you in the coming days. Check your eligibility and sign up.
- Read more about the program in multiple languages
- Cancel food deliveries or report a problem with a delivery
- You may have received a letter about multiple attempts to deliver to your home. Read this letter, with next steps on how to opt back in, in multiple languages
- Click here to learn about options for people with specific dietary needs recommended by their healthcare provider
Other Services and Information
- Cancel food deliveries or report a problem with a delivery
- Learn how the City of New York is supporting food pantries, including how to start a new pantry
- Grocery Delivery Options: Options for New Yorkers to purchase fresh produce
- HelpNowNYC: For ways to donate food, cash, or supplies to those in need
- Find support for small food businesses
- Take a moment to fill out the 2020 Census. It's 10 simple questions and the more New Yorkers who fill out the census, the more money we get for education, housing, transportation, and even healthcare as part of COVID-19 recovery
- Read this page in multiple languages as of June 16, 2020