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There are so many Long Islanders who have lost everything - it is heartbreaking for everyone. Because damage is widespread, many Long Islanders who normally would not rely on food banks may need assistance and relief groups want to reach them. Fortunately, there are local Food Pantries who both accept donations as well as feed those in need.
This is the list of some of the most needed food and speciality items requested by Food Pantries:
This is the list of some of the most needed food and speciality items requested by Food Pantries:
- cereal
- juice
- shelf-stable milk
- peanut butter
- jelly
- rice
- macaroni & cheese
- pasta
- condiments
- canned fish
- canned meats
- canned fruits
- canned vegetables
- canned soups
- cookies & crackers
- granola and nuts
Here are some of the places that you or your neighbors can go for help, or to make a donation:
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Long Island Cares Inc.
10 Davids Drive (Harry Chapin Way) Hauppague (631) 582-FOOD -
East Hampton Food Pantry
219-50 Accabonac Road, East Hampton (631) 324-2300 -
Island Harvest
199 Second Street, Mineola (516) 294-8528 -
Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry
90 Edgewood Drive, Smithtown (631) 265-7676 -
Long Island Food Not Bombs
(631) 223-4370 -
Long Island Council of Churches
Locations in Hempstead, Riverhead and Freeport -
Congregation Beth-El
99 Jerusalem Avenue, Massapequa (516) 541-0740 -
PRONTO
128 Pine Aire Drive, Bay Shore (631) 231-8290 -
Trinity Church
1579 Northern Boulevard, Roslyn (516) 621-7925 -
Long Island Community Fellowship
697 West Montauk Highway, Bay Shore (631) 961-9618 -
Lighthouse Mission
1543 Montauk Highway, Bellport (631) 758-7584 - Note, they will have numerous food distribution days & locations throughout the week - see their site for details.
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