If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity or needs additional support, these local organizations and resources may help.
UlsterCorps
UlsterCorps maintains a list of food pantries and meal programs through Ulster County, including a Google Map with pantry hours and UCAT bus routes. They also provide a map of local farms, farmers markets, and food pantries to help connect community members with accessible food resources.
Click here to view UlsterCorps’ Food Pantries and Meal Programs resource.
Regional Food Bank
The Regional Food Bank is a nonprofit organization that collects donated food from the food industry and distribute it to nearly 1,000 charitable agencies across 23 counties in northeastern New York. Through these partnerships, they help feed more than 355,000 people each month. Their website includes a “Find Food” resource to help locate nearby food pantries and soup kitchens.
Click here to Find Food or learn more about the Regional Food Bank.
FAMILY
FAMILY of Woodstock, New Paltz and Ellenville, provides support for a wide range of needs including homelessness, domestic violence, food insecurity, restorative justice, childcare assistance, public benefits support, and document translation services. Their website includes a comprehensive community resource guide with information on food pantries and programs, child and family services, crisis support, senior services, and more.
Click here to view their Community Resource Guide.
FAMILY also offers emergency food pantry support for individuals and families who may be struggling to put food on the table or navigate unexpected financial hardship. Emergency food pantries are available in Woodstock, New Paltz, and Ellenville, with food assistance intended to help provide enough meals for families for three to four days whenever possible. They also provide guidance and support for those in need of food, clothing, shelter, or fuel assistance.
Click here for more information.
