Food & Basic Needs
Neighbors Together
Brooklyn
Soup kitchen and community advocacy center: free to-go lunch Mon-Fri 12-2 and dinner 4-6 on select days, plus housing, benefits, job training and healthcare support.
What they offer
Reimbursement for medical expenses, lost earnings, funeral costs, counseling, court transportation and domestic violence shelter costs for eligible crime victims.
Who can get help
Crime victims; eligibility requirements apply.
How to start
Call
Last checked by Second Start on September 19, 2026. Details change, so call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility.
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