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Fehr Avenue Free Food Fridge

community fridge
49 Fehr Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
No phone — get directions below
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Free Food Fridge located at Fehr Avenue in Schenectady
Offers: Community fridge, Free
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Bellevue Reformed Church Little Free Food Pantry

food pantry
2000 Broadway, Schenectady, NY 12306
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Cabinet at Church entrance
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
Mon00:00–23:59
Tue00:00–23:59
Wed00:00–23:59
Thu00:00–23:59
Fri00:00–23:59
Sat00:00–23:59
Sun00:00–23:59
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Bethesda House Community Meal - 834 State Street

food pantry
834 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Community meal service location providing dine-in or take-out meals.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
Mon13:30–15:00
Tue13:30–15:00
Wed13:30–15:00
Thu13:30–15:00
Fri13:30–15:00
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Bethesda House Of Schenectady

food pantry
834 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
518-374-7873
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
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Bethesda House Period Pantry

food pantry
834 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Period pantry located at the back of the building. Available 24/7 with pads and tampons.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
Mon00:00–23:59
Tue00:00–23:59
Wed00:00–23:59
Thu00:00–23:59
Fri00:00–23:59
Sat00:00–23:59
Sun00:00–23:59
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Bread of Life Food Pantry at Messiah Lutheran Church

food pantry
2850 Guilderland Ave., Schenectady, NY 12306
518-374-5104
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: appointment
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City Mission

food pantry
425 Hamilton St, Schenectady, NY 12305
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Grace and Mercy Food Pantry

food pantry
1401 State St, Schenectady, NY 12304
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Rear entrance behind Church, off Robinson St
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Jobs Etc. of Schenectady Inner City Ministry - Food Distribution Center

food pantry
924 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food distribution center location
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Nationally Touching Greatness Food Pantry

food pantry
251 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
518-709-4312
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: referral
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Press Pantry

food pantry
1610 Eastern Parkway, Schenectady, NY 12309
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food pantry location in Schenectady
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Rotterdam-Mohonasen CSD

food pantry
2072 CURRY RD, SCHENECTADY, NY 12303
5183568200
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-03-29; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Offers: School meals, Farm to school, School garden, Salad bar, Local food
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Salvation Army

food pantry
222 Lafayette St., Schenectady, NY 12305
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-23; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
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Salvation Army Schenectady Food Assistance

food pantry
222 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
518-346-0222
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri07:30–08:30
SatClosed
SunClosed
Hours not verified in 6+ months — call before you go.
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Salvation Army Schenectady Food Pantry

food pantry
222 Lafayette St, Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 346-0222
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food pantry location in Schenectady
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Schalmont CSD

food pantry
4 SABRE DR, SCHENECTADY, NY 12306
5183559200
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-03-29; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Offers: School meals, Farm to school, Local food
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Schenectady City SD

food pantry
108 EDUCATION DR, SCHENECTADY, NY 12303
5183708100
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-03-29; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Offers: School meals, Farm to school, School garden, Local food
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Schenectady Community Action

food pantry
913 Albany Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
518-374-9181
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-08; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Schenectady County
Hours
Mon09:00–15:00
Tue09:00–15:00
Wed09:00–15:00
Thu09:00–15:00
Fri09:00–15:00
SatClosed
SunClosed
Hours not verified in 6+ months — call before you go.
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Schenectady Community Action Program - Albany Street Office

food pantry
913 Albany Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: SNAP registration assistance office located on Albany Street in Schenectady. Call to verify hours of operation and to see if an appointment is required.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Schenectady Inner City Ministry - SICM Food Pantry

food pantry
839 Albany Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
518-346-4445
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: once per month
Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri09:00–11:30
SatClosed
SunClosed
Hours not verified in 6+ months — call before you go.
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Schenectady WIC Clinic

food pantry
650 Franklin St - Suite 200, Schenectady, NY 12305
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: WIC office and sign-up location in downtown Schenectady
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
MonClosed
Tue08:30–18:00
Wed08:30–18:00
Thu08:30–18:00
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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St. Luke's

food pantry
1241 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 347-1385
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-23; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
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St. Luke's Food Pantry Schenectady - The Daily Bread Food Pantry

food pantry
1241 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12304
518-347-1385
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Offers: Bread
Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu10:00–16:00
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
Hours not verified in 6+ months — call before you go.
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State Street Presbyterian Church

food pantry
5 Catherine St, Schenectady, NY 12307
No phone — get directions below
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food assistance location at State Street Presbyterian Church.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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The Bridge Food Pantry

food pantry
735 Crane Street, Schenectady, NY 12303
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food pantry location in Schenectady
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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The Campus Kitchen at Union College

food pantry
807 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308
(617) 686-4566
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-23; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
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The Salvation Army - Saratoga Rd

food pantry
282 Saratoga Rd, Schenectady, NY 12302
(800) 728-7825
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-23; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
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Wallace M Campbell Dining Center

food pantry
512 Smith St, Schenectady, NY 12305
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Main dining facility where sit-down dinners are served.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Wednesday Lunch at First Reformed Church Schenectady

food pantry
8 North Church Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
518-377-2201
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-01-18; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
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Capital Church Food Pantry

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food pantry
1222 Troy-Schenectady Road, Schenectady, NY 12309
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food pantry location serving the Capital District
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu17:30–19:30
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Immaculate Conception Church

○ Closed
food pantry
Immaculate Conception Church, Schenectady, NY 12306
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
Sat10:00–12:00
SunClosed
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P.G. Wright Food Pantry

○ Closed
food pantry
2450 Van Vranken Ave - Building 11, Schenectady, NY 12308
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Satellite pantry of Bethesda House located at Northside Village (formerly Yates Village)
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu09:00–11:00
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Schenectady Inn & Vale Park

○ Closed
food pantry
167 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, NY 12308
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Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Community meal distribution location at Schenectady Inn & Vale Park.
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu17:00–18:30
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Sycamore Collaborative Food Pantry

○ Closed
food pantry
839 Albany St, Schenectady, NY 12307
No phone — get directions below
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Food pantry distribution location in Schenectady
Offers: Food pantry, Free
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Hours
Mon09:00–11:30
TueClosed
Wed09:00–11:30
ThuClosed
Fri09:00–11:30
SatClosed
SunClosed
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First United Methodist Church

○ Closed
soup kitchen
603 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305
No phone — get directions below
Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.
Requirements: Community meal and soup kitchen location
Offers: Soup kitchen, Free
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Hours
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
Sun08:30–09:30
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