Island Harvest Food Bank

Island Harvest Food Bank is a prominent non-profit hunger-relief organization serving the Long Island, New York region. Established in 1992, the organization operates as a food rescue and distribution network, connecting surplus food from retailers and producers to those in need. It supports a network of approximately 400 community-based agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. In addition to food distribution, the organization offers programs focused on nutrition education, SNAP outreach, and emergency response. Island Harvest also addresses the root causes of hunger through advocacy and workforce development initiatives. As a member of Feeding America, it plays a vital role in the regional public health infrastructure by addressing food insecurity as a social determinant of health.