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When temperatures drop below freezing, the New York City Department of Homeless Services calls a Code Blue. Should you see anyone at risk, especially a homeless individual, please call 311. The BronxWorks Homeless Outreach Team will be dispatched to offer assistance.

BronxWorks food pantries operate on a client-choice model, allowing individuals to select the items they prefer. Distribution is based on family size to ensure appropriate support. We are appointment-based, and all clients must call the hotline (646.596.1316) on the designated call day to schedule an appointment. Appointments are issued on a first-call, first-served basis. Please note that some sites have limited availability, so we strongly recommend calling early, as appointments fill up quickly. Click here for a full list of BronxWorks pantry sites.

Food Pantries

BronxWorks sites provide client-choice food pantries at locations across the Bronx. Client-choice pantries allow individuals to select the items they prefer. We offer a variety of food groups including proteins, grains, fruits and vegetables, and dairy products.

Pantry distribution is based on family size to ensure appropriate support. We are appointment-based, and all clients must call the hotline (646.596.1316) on the designated call day to schedule an appointment. Appointments are issued on a first-call, first-served basis. Please note that some sites have limited availability, so we strongly recommend calling early, as appointments fill up quickly. Click here for a downloadable list of upcoming pantries.

The food pantry is great, especially with how expensive the basic food basket is right now. Prices are very high…It helps complement our own household pantry.”

-Mirna C., Program Participant

Community Impact

In 2024, BronxWorks distributed over 33,000 bags of food to vulnerable households across the Bronx.