About Island Harvest
Island Harvest Food Bank has served Long Island for over 30 years, helping thousands of families, seniors, and veterans every week. Our mission: end hunger and reduce food waste right here at home.
Our Mission: To End Hunger & Reduce Food Waste on Long Island
Island Harvest takes a comprehensive approach to hunger relief rescuing and distributing food, strengthening families through nutrition education, workforce training, and specialized programs for children, seniors, and veterans, and driving systemic change through advocacy for long-term hunger solutions.
Our Impact: Mobilizing 300+ Partners to Feed and Empower Our Neighbors
Through an extensive network of food pantries, soup kitchens, and direct service programs, we reach thousands of people each week – from hardworking parents to children, seniors, and veterans across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
A Member of Feeding America: Elevating Standards, Expanding Impact
Being part of Feeding America connects us to the nation’s top hunger relief network and ensures we meet the highest standards in food safety and program excellence, strengthening our ability to serve Long Islanders with dignity and impact.
Expanded Facilities: Built to Serve Our Community Better
With the opening of our 46,000 square foot Melville headquarters in 2021, Island Harvest gained the space to distribute over 21 million pounds of food each year and expand programs that strengthen communities.
About Island Harvest
Island Harvest Food Bank has served Long Island for over 30 years, helping thousands of families, seniors, and veterans every week. Our mission: end hunger and reduce food waste right here at home.
Our Mission: To End Hunger & Reduce Food Waste on Long Island
Island Harvest takes a comprehensive approach to hunger relief rescuing and distributing food, strengthening families through nutrition education, workforce training, and specialized programs for children, seniors, and veterans, and driving systemic change through advocacy for long-term hunger solutions.
Our Impact: Mobilizing 300+ Partners to Feed and Empower Our Neighbors
Through an extensive network of food pantries, soup kitchens, and direct service programs, we reach thousands of people each week – from hardworking parents to children, seniors, and veterans across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
A Member of Feeding America: Elevating Standards, Expanding Impact
Being part of Feeding America connects us to the nation’s top hungerrelief network and ensures we meet the highest standards in food safety and program excellence, strengthening our ability to serve Long Islanders with dignity and impact.
Expanded Facilities: Built to Serve Our Community Better
With the opening of our 46,000 square foot Melville headquarters in 2021, Island Harvest gained the space to distribute over 21 million pounds of food each year and expand programs that strengthen communities.
Your Gift Stays Local — and is Stewarded Responsibly.
Island Harvest is consistently recognized for financial health, transparency, and efficiency.
Charity Navigator Rating: 4 Stars — Highest Rating for Accountability
Island Harvest holds the top 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for financial transparency and responsible management.
Annual Reports: Transparent Impact and Spending Each Year
Our Annual Reports show where every dollar goes — ensuring full public accountability.
View Annual Report.
Trusted Partner During Crisis Like Superstorm Sandy, COVID-19, and Federal Shutdowns
Island Harvest is a leading emergency food and resource distribution agency for the Long Island region.
Your Donation Stays Local — and is Stewarded Responsibly.
Island Harvest is consistently recognized for financial health, transparency, and efficiency.
Charity Navigator Rating: 4 Stars — Highest Rating for Accountability
sland Harvest holds the top 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for financial transparency and responsible management.
View Our Charity Navigator Profile »
View Our Charity Navigator Profile »
Annual Reports: Transparent Impact and Spending Each Year
Our Annual Reports show where every dollar goes — ensuring full public accountability.
View Annual Reports »
Emergency Response: Trusted Partner During Disasters Like COVID-19 and Sandy
Island Harvest is a leading emergency food and resource distribution agency for the Long Island region.