Dear Families,
We understand that the recent pause or shutdown in SNAP(food assistance) benefits may be affecting some members of our school community. Below are several local food pantries and community agencies that can help provide support andr esources to families in need.
Community Food Resources:
• Center for Family Life – Community Services:https://centerforfamilylife.org/community-services/
• Bay Ridge Center: https://www.bayridgecenter.org
• Catholic Charities Brooklyn & Queens (CCBQ):https://www.ccbq.org/about-us/
• Islamic Society of Bay Ridge – Food Distribution Center
📍 6807 5th Ave | ☎️ (718) 680-0121
• Iglesia Cristiana Luz Del Mundo – Food Distribution Center
📍 4616 4th Ave | ☎️ (347) 583-4292
• The Table at the Family Support Center (NYU Langone) – FoodPantry
📍 6025 6th Ave | ☎️ (718) 630-7171
• Salvation Army Sunset Park Corps – Food Distribution Center
📍 520 50th St | ☎️ (718) 438-1771
For additional support or up-to-date information, please visit:
• Manhattan Borough President – Federal Shutdown Resources:https://mailchi.mp/manhattanbp/federal-government-shutdown?e=fb5972fc84
• NYC Borough-Based Drop-In Centers:https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/runaway-homeless-youth/borough-based-drop-in-centers.page
If your family needs help accessing food or other community resources, please reach out to our school for assistance. We arehere to support you.
Warmly,
PS176 Team