Recognizing Women’s Impact in Food Justice
I started my career in the non-profit world more than 30 years ago, and honestly could not see myself working for any organization that did not seek to help others. …
An Update on the Holidays
I last wrote for this blog in September and, although it was less than two months ago, it seems like a lifetime has passed. A lot has happened since then–the …
Don’t Give Up On Us!
Our community needs us. We hear from those who walk through our doors every day that they are grateful for the food we give, the meals we serve, and the …
Presenting Our New Mobile Pantry Vehicle
For organizations in the emergency food space, the COVID-19 pandemic has been about adaptability. We at New York Common Pantry have had to adapt to rapidly changing needs of our …
A Message on the Holiday Season
The last two years have been incredibly difficult for many. The confluence of food insecurity, an often inadequate medical care system, and social isolation have cruelly conspired to challenge and, …
Coronavirus Measures at NYCP
NY Common Pantry has been closely monitoring the recent developments around the new coronavirus infection, COVID-19. As of this writing NY Common Pantry has taken a proactive and assertive approach …
SOLIDARITY. EQUALITY. HOPE THROUGH SERVICE.
At NYCP, we join our city, the nation, and the world in sorrow and outrage over the killing of George Floyd. George Floyd was a brother, son, father, friend, coworker, and …
Spirit of New York Common Pantry
My deepest thanks to all of you for helping NYCP provide essential services to the food insecure. Whether you have been a regular or periodic volunteer, come in groups or …
NYCP Pasta Bowl 2020
We started a new decade last week, but some “old” traditions remain – Our 4th Annual Pasta Bowl competition will kick off this month and will conclude Friday, February 21, 2020. Schools …