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Who We Are
Our Mission

Founded by the late Harry Chapin

Long Island Cares – The Harry Chapin Regional Food Bank has been on a mission to feed Long Islanders facing food insecurity and address its root causes since our founding by the late Harry Chapin in 1980.

About Us A Hunger Free Long Island Board of Directors Our Leadership Team Staff Meet Our Team Contact Us Find Our Locations Financial Reports Annual Report and Form 990 FAQs Frequently Asked Questions
Our Programs
Outreach Farm to Truck, First Stop Pantries, Emergency Response, Mobile Programs and more. Kids Food Distribution Programs Pets Baxter's Pet Pantry
Seniors Supporting Our Seniors (S.O.S.) Veterans Learn more about our Veteran's Project Advocacy Healthy food is a basic human right!
How to Help
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Corporate partnerships, fundraisers, & food drives.
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News & Stories
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News

Get the latest updates from Long Island Cares on our events, activities in the community, and many others.

Breaking Bread Food Bank Bites (blog) Hungry for Change Newsletter Impact News Room The Gist with Peter Crescenti
Events
Food Drives

Your time makes a difference.

Get Involved!

Give your time and help feed Long Island!

Corporate Partnerships

Join businesses that choose to lead with purpose. Corporate support helps provide meals, resources, and stability for families across Long Island.

Corporate Heroes

Corporate Give Back

Food Drives

Food drives are a critical way we source food to meet ongoing community needs. Schools, businesses, and community groups can help ensure our pantries remain stocked year-round.

About Food Drives (Gather & Give)

Food Drive Registration

Food Drop Locations

Volunteer

With supporters like you, Long Island Cares can continue providing vital assistance to families in your community and across Long Island.

How to Volunteer

Volunteer Matrix

Long Island Cares Youth Council

Events

Fundraising and community events help raise critical support, build awareness, and engage the community in our mission to fight food insecurity.

Host a Fundraiser

Create a fundraising campaign with your school, community group, or business. Raise funds to support Long Island Cares’ mission.

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