Frequently
Asked
Questions
I need help, how can I get food from the pantry?
The pantry is open the second Thursday of every month, from 8:15 to 10:30 AM and from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
Anyone who needs help is welcome!
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To register for the first time:
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Bring a photo ID, such as a current driver’s license showing your address in Sleepy Hollow or Tarrytown, or a valid passport from any country.
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If you bring a passport, please also bring a piece of mail addressed to you in one of the villages.
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Smaller emergency bags of food are available if you do not have the required proof.
Note:
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Distribution dates may change because of holidays or inclement weather.
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Updates are posted on this website and Facebook.
How can I volunteer with the food pantry?
Volunteering is a great way to help others, meet your neighbors, and have fun! We have volunteers of all ages who help every month or occasionally.
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Fridays (grocery deliveries): 7:00-10:00 AM
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Sundays (bag packing): 4:00-6:00 PM
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Mondays (bag packing): 9:00-11:00 AM
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Tuesdays (bag packing): 9:00-11:00 AM and 11:00 AM-1:00 PM (on call)
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Wednesdays (produce deliveries): 7:45-11:00 AM
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Wednesdays (produce bagging): 6:30-8:30 PM
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Thursdays (distribution): 7:30 or 8:00-11:00 AM and 5:30-8:00 PM (second Thursday of the month)
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Adults (18+)
Every month, we need help unloading deliveries, packing groceries and produce, greeting and checking in clients, and distributing bags of food.
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Bilingual Spanish-speaking individuals are in particular need! Learn more and sign up here.
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For information about volunteering occasionally with administrative work, please email us at volunteer@ttshpantry.org.
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Youth (12+) and Adults
Younger volunteers can help unload deliveries, shelve groceries, and pack bags to earn community service hours. Learn more and sign up here.
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Children under 12
We always need help from individuals, schools, and clubs. If you’d like to collect canned food or raise money for the pantry, email us at info@ttshpantry.org.
How can I donate food to the food pantry?
Donating money to the pantry is the easiest and most cost-effective way to help nourish your neighbors because we buy food in bulk and often at a discount.
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Food or diaper drives are always welcome and helpful.
The Pantry always needs:
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​Rolled oats or plain oatmeal
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Shelf-stable milk
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Peanut butter
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2-pound bags of rice
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Dried or canned beans
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Pasta
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Canned tomatoes and tomato paste
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Cooking oil
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Canned tuna, chicken, and sardines
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Diapers (larger sizes are best)
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Feminine health products
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Fresh Direct or similar large reusable bags
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Please DO NOT donate large packages.
The Pantry cannot accept:
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Baby food
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Nutritional supplements
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Pet food
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Glass jars
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Opened packages
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Expired products.
​For large food or diaper drive donations, please call:
Rich Issacson at (917) 364-8593 to arrange delivery.
Individual donations can be dropped off inside the pantry, at the corner of John and West Elizabeth streets, during the monthly volunteer dates/times (see above).
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*** Please do not leave items at the church ***
How can I learn more about the Community Food Pantry?
You are welcome to attend the monthly Board of Directors meetings at 8 AM (in person in the social hall above the pantry or via Zoom) throughout the year. We also host an annual meeting in February and twice annual volunteer gatherings. Please e-mail info@ttshpantry.org for more specific information or sign up for our newsletter.
We are so grateful to all our volunteers, donors, and community partners for their help.
*** The Pantry needs Fresh Direct Bags ***
Please drop off clean bags at any times on the West Elizabeth covered porch at the rear of the Pantry.