On August 18th, we opened the doors at our new location — and what a day it was! We welcomed a large turnout, met many new clients, and felt the incredible support of our community every step of the way.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to our amazing volunteers who worked tirelessly to make the transition smooth and welcoming. Your dedication is what makes the Utica Food Pantry more than just a place to get food — it’s a place of hope, compassion, and community. 💙
We are grateful to serve, to grow, and to continue making a difference together. Visit us in our new location, 524 Elizabeth Street, Utica.
Utica Food Pantry
The Pantry serves the residents of the City of Utica who meet The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) income eligibility requirement.
Typical clients include working families trying to make ends meet, people experiencing a temporary job loss, individuals whose SNAP (food stamps) benefits have been reduced, and senior citizens. Seniors often seek help because most are on a fixed income and are impacted by higher medication and health care costs.
As a private, nonprofit organization we depend entirely on donations from individuals, corporations, foundations and other strategic partners.
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 11am – 1pm
The Utica Food Pantry was founded in 1982 when it incorporated as a 501(c) organization. As a private, nonprofit organization we depend entirely on donations from individuals, corporations, foundations and other strategic partners.