Syracuse Community Connections works to address the need for food and diapers for families across our neighborhood.

Food Pantry

Offered the first and last Tuesday of the month, 10 am – 1 pm
IDs are needed for any individual receiving food in the household.

The food pantry, made possible through a collaboration with the Central New York Food Bank, is an essential safety net service, providing low—and moderate-income residents with food assistance. Support services are based on street address. Please call 315-671-5809 for additional information.

Fresh Food Giveaway

Offered the third Friday of the month starting at approximately 12:30 pm. Please note, start time may vary as it is dependent on food truck arrival.

Distribution is first-come, first-serve. Made possible through a collaboration with the Central New York Food Bank and started in 2020, the Fresh Food Giveaway provides an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, and other grains to local residents. Organic products are distributed to residents with nutritional needs requiring this type of food. The agency regularly schedules service providers to present information during the giveaway.

Kid’s Case

Made possible through a collaboration with the Central New York Food Bank, this program provides the opportunity to serve a nutritious meal each day as part of the afterschool program. Meals are served in dinner style method and children are provided the opportunity to volunteer in program implementation.