Empowering New Yorkers to achieve food security for good. #FoodBank4NYC Providing food and hope to New Yorkers in need throughout the five boroughs since 1983. The mission of Food Bank For New York City is We empower every New Yorker to achieve food security for good. Food Bank For New York City has been working to end food poverty in our five boroughs for 40 years. As the citys largest hunger-relief organization, we harness the collective power of our network of food providers, partners, and volunteers to activate the right resources, supports, and expertise across the five boroughs. Our work with 800+ soup kitchens, food pantries, and campus partners provides immediate and reliable access to food and nutrition education, while our economic empowerment programs give people the tools and know-how to improve their financial wellness. Community by community, we work together to make progress on a more hopeful, dignified, & equitable future for all.