New Guests
Helping feed our community
We are an equal opportunity provider
New Guest Intake Form
New guests and returning guests who wish to add a new member to their household must complete an intake form. The form lists the household contact information and the names, ages, and dates of birth for each member of the household.
The first time you use the food pantry you will need to…
1.
Provide proof of identity
You must provide identification for you and everyone in the household
Photo ID is preferred. Birth certificates, social security cards or insurance cards can be used in lieu of Photo ID.
2.
Provide proof you qualify
Proofs include; SSI, SSDI, SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, NYS Benefit card or income eligible
You must meet the TEFAP income eligibility outlined below
3.
Provide proof of address
To receive services you must live in Schenectady County
Proof includes power bill, insurance bill, or paystub
Am I Eligible?
Our income guidelines are based on the New York State The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP).
Effective January 2023, the New York State TEFAP eligibility guidelines concerning products for household consumption were updated to at or below 225% of the federal income poverty levels. The table below has been updated to reflect this change.
Recipients are also categorically eligible for TEFAP products for household consumption if they participate in one or more of the following programs: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
TEFAP Attestation Form
New guests and on an annual basis must complete a TEFAP form to maintain your eligibility to our services.
Welcome Packet
Our Welcome Packet provides all needed information for using our services as well as additional organizations that provide similar services in Schenectady County and the Capital Region.