The St. James Fordham Food Pantry
St. James Place Services is the non-profit parent of the Food Pantry. We seek to serve people in the
St. James Fordham neighborhood of the Bronx in
New York City by:
Offering programs that meet the physical, financial,
and educational needs of the community.
Empowering and equipping all persons with the knowledge and skills to realize their potential as people and members
of the community.
FAST FACTS:
1853: St. James Church, Fordham incorporates
1864: Cornerstone laid for the current church
1980: The church is designated a landmark by the Landmark Preservation Committee
October 2017: The parish creates the food pantry
June 2021: The food pantry incorporates as a 501(c)(3) corporation, St. James Place Services
2025: The food pantry served more than 30,000 people over 190,000 meals.
We are funded by generous donations by individuals, the New York City’s Mayor’s Office, the Episcopal Diocese of New York, the Bloomberg Foundation, and many parishes in the New York City metro area.
Please consider joining them by making a donation today!
Our Mission
We provide nutritious food to families in need, embodying love and care.
Why We Serve
In our community, many struggle with food insecurity and financial challenges.
Get Involved
Join us in making a difference through donations.