Supporting Neighbors in Need

PSEG Long Island and Island Harvest Food Bank are working together to combat food insecurity right here on Long Island. All summer long we will be collecting donations online and at various Stop & Shop locations all across Long Island. Why focus on summer? That’s typically when donations to local food banks decrease and kids who depend on school lunches are home.  

Communities are stronger when neighbors help neighbors.

Together, we've collected nearly 130,000 meals for our neighbors right here on the Island.

Healthy foods

Healthy Foods

Canned Goods

Non-Perishable Goods

Household items

Household Items

Toothpaste

Toiletries

Baby Diapers

Baby Essentials

Pet food

Pet Supplies

Power to Feed LI

Please visit any of the following Stop & Shop locations between 9AM - 3PM. 

  • 06/13: 702 Hicksville Road, Massapequa (Open until 4 PM)
  • 06/27: 3126 Jericho Tpk., East Northport
  • 07/11: 3750 Hempstead Tpk., Levittown
  • 07/25: 385 Route 25A, Miller Place
  • 08/08: 95 Old Country Road, Carle Place
  • 08/22: 3577 Long Beach Road, Oceanside
  • 09/05: 8101 Jericho Tpk., Woodbury
  • 09/19: 365 Route 109, West Babylon (Open until 4 PM)

“We are grateful to have our longtime partner, PSEG Long Island, stand with us and actively support our efforts to combat hunger and food insecurity on Long Island, and its annual Power to Feed Long Island collection event demonstrates that commitment,” said Randi Shubin Dresner, president & CEO, Island Harvest Food Bank. “We continue to see families struggle to put food on the table while trying to meet other essential monthly financial obligations, and the tremendous support of PSEG Long Island and Stop & Shop, coupled with the generosity of their customers who support Power to Feed Long Island, will help provide much-needed and welcome relief to our Long Island neighbors in need.”

– Randi Shubin Dresner, President & CEO, Island Harvest

Power to Feed LI Summer 2024

In 2024 we set a goal to collect enough food to provide more than 50,000 nutritious meals! Sit back, and check out our 2024 Power to Feed Long Island year-end review. 
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Power to Feed Long Island

Food Insecurity on Long Island

More than 67,000 Long Island children deal with food insecurity and the pandemic has exacerbated the issue, with a 26% increase over pre-pandemic levels. That’s in addition to a 10% increase in food costs and a 95% increase in fuel costs. These factors have added to the challenges for Island Harvest to ensure our neighbors in need have access to healthy food and services. See how you can make a difference.

Support Island Harvest

Are you unable to visit one of our drop-off locations? You can still support the Island Harvest Food Bank! Make a donation online to help us achieve our goal. Every $1 = 2 meals!
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Drive Donations

Feeding America’s 2014 Hunger in America study found that 79% of clients purchase inexpensive, unhealthy foods just to make ends meet. However, clients say they are looking for healthier foods to feed themselves and their families. Here are some suggestions of healthy foods to bring to the collection drives. Please no glass containers

Healthy Non-Perishable Goods:

  • Canned Beans/Dried Beans
  • Peanut Butter or Other Nut Butters
  • Rolled Oats
  • Canned Fruit in Juice (Not in Light or Heavy Syrup)
  • Canned Vegetables (Low-Sodium)
  • Low-Sodium Soups
  • Canned Tuna/Chicken
  • Brown Rice/Instant Brown Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Nuts/Seeds/Dried Fruits
  • Shelf-Stable Milk and Milk Substitutes
  • Whole-Grain Pasta
  • Low-Sodium Pasta Sauce
  • Popcorn Kernels (Not Microwave Popcorn)
  • Canned Stews (Low-Sodium)
  • Whole-Grain, Low‑Sugar Cold Cereals
  • Olive or Canola Oil
  • Canned Tomatoes (Low-Sodium or No-Salt)

 
Household Items:

  • Dish Detergent
  • Cleaning Sprays/Wipes
  • Sanitizer Gloves/Masks
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper



  

Baby Essentials:

  • Baby Formulas
  • Diapers
  • Baby Wash
  • Baby Oil/Lotion
  • Diaper Rash
  • Ointment

 
Pet Supplies:

  • Cat Food- Wet/Dry
  • Dog Food- Wet/Dry

 
Toiletries:

  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
  • Mouthwash
  • Washcloths
  • Soaps/Body Washes
  • Deodorant
  • Lotion
  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Razor/Shaving Cream
  • Feminine Items