The Department of Health compiles nutrition tips and strategies for planning healthy meals on a budget. You can view their guides.
- You can also find recipes to some of our favorite plant-powered menu items from our hospitals and schools below
Other Food Programs
Summer Meals
NYC Public Schools, Office of Food and Nutrition Services
Free summer meals for anyone 18 and under
Get free breakfast and lunch for kids and teens at locations across NYC this summer. No paperwork or income requirements needed.
Community Food Connection (CFC)
NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)
Food from pantries and community kitchens
Free food from food pantries and community kitchens.
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
NYS Department of Health (NYS DOH)
Food & nutrition support for pregnancy and kids under 5
Monthly food benefits, personalized nutrition and breastfeeding support, health screenings, and referrals to other services for pregnant people and families with young children (ages 0-5).
Updated December 20, 2023