HOW TO GET FOOD & BENEFITS
Access Fresh Healthy Food
Food Access
WSCAH serves our customers at our pantry at West 86th Street, through dozens of community-based organizations, and via a home delivery program. Customers receive a supply of free, fresh, healthy groceries, including fresh produce, protein, whole grains and low-fat dairy. Returning customers can pick up food at our 86th Street pantry once a month Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:00 am-1:00 pm.
To learn more about how to access food in your neighborhood, call 311, search for a local pantry distribution here, or contact us below.
86th Street Food Distribution - 263 W 86th Street
Distribution Hours: Tue - Fri, 9AM – 1PM
Benefits Support
GIVE US A CALL.
We can determine what benefits you’re eligible for and help you apply for them. Just give us a call or send us an email and a Benefits Access Specialist will help you in your preferred language.

BENEFITS WE CAN HELP WITH:
- SNAP (Food Stamps)
- Public Assistance/Cash Assistance
- Health Insurance Programs
- Transportation Assistance
- Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
- Disability Rent Increase Exemption (DRIE)
SERVICES WE CAN HELP WITH:
- Women, Infant, and Child benefits
- Shelter Resources
- Financial Counseling
- Educational and Employment Programs
- Immigration Legal Assistance
- Benefits and Housing Advocacy
- Further Food Assistance Programs
Or Call: 212-362-3662 ext 3