Green Island Food Pantry

10/27/2025

During these uncertain times, if you find yourself needing a little extra help, check out this site.

05/02/2021

The YMCA continues to partner with Costa Fruit & Produce to bring U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farmers to Families food boxes to families and individuals in need in the Capital Region.

These events are FREE and open to the community. Please share this information and encourage family, friends and neighbors to pick up boxes!

The Troy YMCA is the most convenient location for Green Island residents.

Monday, May 3rd — Troy YMCA
Monday, May 24 — Troy YMCA

Boxes weigh approximately 25lbs and consist of the following:
Assorted Fresh Vegetables and Fruits
Meat and Eggs — Pre-Cooked Protein/Meat — Chicken and Eggs (Liquid)
Dairy — Cheese, Butter, Cream Cheese and 1 Gallon (or equivalent) of Milk (2% or whole)

Troy YMCA - 2500 21st Street, Troy, NY 12180
(right off Hoosick Street)

04/14/2021

02/20/2021

Thank you Mayor Patricelli and the City of Watervliet for sharing this opportunity with Green Island Families.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace
We recently teamed up with the local chapter to make and provide beds to any child that either doesn’t have a bed or the one they have is not suitable for them.
If you know of any families that could use this help please have them register at this site
https://www.shpbeds.org/request-free-twin-bed?fbclid=IwAR3pf5FiFW8Lr_GqK-IPqzsjM4uwMg_p_PxfsNfVyk9WnbSH3JPZH7QhV8w
On Saturday March 27 a team will be meeting at the DOME to make the beds. They come with a mattress, sheets and pillowcases and can be made into bunk beds. They are delivered and assembled right at the child’s home.
Donations can be made by sending a check to my office at 2 15th St made out to SHP Mechanicville Chapter

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Request a new twin bed for your family, or submit a referral for a family in need. Learn about our criteria for a free bed here.

10/21/2020

Last week, we had the opportunity to pick up a few boxes for families in Green Island. These boxes are great. The food is fresh and there’s plenty of it - don’t miss the opportunity!!

Stop by the Drive-Thru Food Pantry and fill your fridge with well-balanced groceries! By stopping by, you will receive a 30-40lb box of food filled with:
• Assorted fruits and vegetables
• Meat and eggs
• Dairy: cheese, butter, cream cheese, and 1 gallon of milk
**Ingredients subject to changes based on availability**

Date: Friday October 23 & 30
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Troy YMCA (2500 21st Street, Troy)

Thank you to our sponsors David Alan Hospitality Group, Costa Fruit and Produce, and Country True Value Hardware and Rental.

There are no prerequisites, all you need to do is show up. Everyone is welcome.

10/15/2020

YOU DON"T WANT TO MISS FREE FOOD FRIDAYS at the Troy YMCA.

Stop by the Drive-Thru Food Pantry and fill your fridge with well-balanced groceries! By stopping by, you will receive a 30-40lb box of food filled with:
• Assorted fruits and vegetables
• Meat and eggs
• Dairy: cheese, butter, cream cheese, and 1 gallon of milk
**Ingredients subject to changes based on availability**
Date: Friday October 16, 23, 30
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Troy YMCA (2500 21st Street, Troy)

Thank you to our sponsors David Alan Hospitality Group, Costa Fruit and Produce, and Country True Value Hardware and Rental.

There are no prerequisites, all you need to do is show up. Everyone is welcome.

10/19/2019

Thank you to everyone that donated during today’s food drive. If we missed you today and you would like to donate, items can be dropped off at the Village Office, Community Center, Police Dept. or Fire Dept. Thank You!!

10/19/2019

Good morning! Volunteers will start coming around in about an hour to pick up your donations to the Food Pantry. Only a couple things to remember, please leave donations where we can see them (from the street) and no expired items! Thank you!

10/14/2019

The Annual Food Drive to benefit the Green Island Food Pantry will be on Saturday, October 19th starting at 10:00 a.m. Residents are asked to contribute whatever they can to help the families in our community that need a little extra support this holiday. (Please refrain from donating expired items). We are in need of ALL items at this time, in addition to the traditional items for the upcoming holiday baskets; stuffing, instant mashed potatoes, corn, peas, green beans, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, turkey gravy. Our staple items incude soup, cereal, canned fruit, peanut butter & jelly, vegetables, mac & cheese, chef boyardee, pasta, sauce, toiletries, etc. THERE WILL BE NO BAG DROP OFF. Please use whatever bag you deem necessary to handle your donations.

For your convenience, volunteers will pick up the donations right from your door step. Please leave the bag in a visible location.

Anyone wishing to volunteer can meet at the Paine Street Park on Saturday at 10:00am.

Thank you in advance!