Nourishing our neighbors: where to find food pantries in the community

Local food pantries are extending warmth, hope, and nourishment to neighbors in need — reminding us that generosity is the true heart of the holidays.

The holidays remind us that the heart of our community beats strongest when we care for one another. For many families, however, this season can bring extra challenges and that’s where local food pantries step in with compassion and hope. These organizations open their doors year round, ensuring that no one has to face an empty table. Whether you’re seeking support or looking for ways to give back, this list of food pantries is here to help connect neighbors with nourishment, kindness, and the spirit of togetherness that defines our community.

Albany

Guilderland Food Pantry

4 Charles Blvd, Guilderland
Monday – Saturday: 9:30–11 a.m.
Serving the areas of Guilderland, Altamont, Voorheesville, and Slingerlands,

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry

984 Madison Avenue, Albany
(518) 694-3153
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
Food pantry guests must live in the Pine Hills or Eagle Point neighborhoods.

The Salvation Army Albany Food Pantry

20 S. Ferry St., Albany
(518) 786-3691
Monday 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. walk-ins allowed and Wednesday 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. by appointment

Focus Churches of Albany Food Pantry

275 State St., Albany
(518) 443-0460 x 1
Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; last Saturday of the month 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Life for the Nations Church Food Pantry

477 Krumkill Rd., Albany
(518) 438-3841
Pick-up hours Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Open to anyone in need; call for assistance.

Saratoga

Christ Church Food Pantry (Christ Episcopal Church)

15 West High Street, Ballston Spa
(518) 885-1031
For Ballston Spa school district only, ID required
Monday, Friday, Saturday 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 1-3 p.m., and Thursday 4:30-6 p.m.

Christ’s Cupboard (First Baptist Church)

202 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa
(518) 885-8361
Thursday 4:30-6 p.m. and first Tuesday of the month 9-11 a.m.
ID required

Upper Room Thrift Shop/Food Pantry (United Methodist Church)

101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa
(518) 885-6886
Wednesday 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Lifeworks Community Action Food Pantry

39 Bath St., Ballston Spa
(518) 288-3206
Delivery/pickup service, must call ahead

Shenendehowa Helping Hands (Jonesville Methodist Church)

963 Main St., Clifton Park
(518) 877-7380
Friday 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Serving the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake and Shenendehowa School Districts. ID and proof of residency required.

Raven House Food Pantry (Harvest Church)

303 Grooms Rd., Clifton Park
(518) 628-3663
Leave a message with your name and phone number for more information.

Crisis Food Pantry – CAPTAIN Community Human Services (Clifton Park / Southern Saratoga)

5 Municipal Plaza, Clifton Park
(518) 371-1185
The pantry is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and Mondays 4:30-6:30 p.m. by appointment.
Serving only Saratoga County families in need. Proof of residency required.
Delivery may be available for homebound individuals and families.
Call to sign-up for the service and place an order.

Greenfield Food Pantry (Greenfield Community Center)

25 Wilton Rd., Greenfield Center
(518) 893-7432
Wednesday 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Town of Greenfield residents only; proof of residency required.

St. Therese Chapel Food Pantry

1 Wilton-Gansevoort Rd., Gansevoort
Second and fourth Thursday of each month 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Serving Saratoga County residents

Stillwater Food Pantry

747 Hudson Ave., Stillwater
Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; Thursday 5-7p.m. or by appointment
Proof of address required

Wilton Food Pantry (Trinity United Methodist Church)

155 Ballard Rd., Wilton
Wednesday 6-8 p.m.; Saturday 10:30 a.m.-12p.m.
Wilton area residents

Schenectady

Daily Bread Food Pantry – St. Luke’s Church

1247 State St., Schenectady
(518) 347-1385
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
No walk-ins allowed. To place an order, call before 10 a.m. If you call later, you will be put on the list for the next day they are open.

Free Choice Food Pantry (Salvation Army)