West Side Campaign Against Hunger

Over 400,000 New Yorkers are excluded from SNAP benefits due to systemic barriers. That means many families are forced to rely on food pantries while also facing barriers that make it difficult or unsafe to wait in pantry lines.

That’s why we launched a home delivery pilot for New Yorkers excluded from SNAP. Families receive fresh, culturally familiar groceries delivered directly to their doors twice a month, bringing nourishment, stability, and dignity to households across our city.

We are currently serving 296 households and working to reach 500 by June. Every delivery means one more family can focus less on survival and more on living.

Hunger is shaped by policy decisions, and access to food is a basic need, not a privilege.

Recent changes to SNAP are already leading to fewer people receiving food assistance nationwide, with millions projected to lose some or all of their benefits in the coming years. Stricter work requirements, reduced eligibility, and major cost shifts to states are making it harder for families to access the support they need to put food on the table.

At WSCAH, we are seeing the impact in real time. When SNAP becomes harder to access, more hungry neighbors turn to emergency food providers like us and our Roundtable partners, often with greater need and fewer resources.

This moment is a reminder of how critical SNAP is as a first line of defense against hunger. It also shows why community-based organizations are so essential in filling the gaps and advocating for fair access to food. We will continue to show up for our community and speak out about the policies that affect food security across New York City and beyond.

Read more: https://www.cbpp.org/research/food-assistance/snap-tracker-people-are-losing-food-assistance-as-the-republican-megabill

We’re proud to share that Jonathan Nina, WSCAH’s Warehouse and Food Operations Director, has been named to the Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026!
 
The annual recognition honors leaders across New York City who are helping transform the food system through innovation, advocacy, and community impact. Jonathan’s leadership has played a major role in strengthening WSCAH’s food operations and expanding our ability to provide healthy food to communities across New York City with dignity, community, and choice at the center.
 
From overseeing warehouse operations to supporting large-scale food distribution efforts, Jonathan brings care, dedication, and a deep commitment to our mission every day. We are thrilled to see his work recognized among such an inspiring group of changemakers shaping the future of food justice in NYC.
 
Congratulations, Jonathan!

⏰ The countdown is on, just under 3 weeks until RTB 2026!

Join WSCAH on June 7 for our annual block party for a day filled with giving back, music, food, and celebration. Together we’ll pack healthy groceries for our customers, enjoy free refreshments, dance, and hear powerful essays and poetry from our youth writers.

Good vibes. Great community. Real impact. 🌱💚

Pre-register today: https://www.wscah.org/rtb2026

Our FY2025 annual report reflects a powerful idea: the seeds we plant together today shape what’s possible tomorrow.

“Planting Seeds for the Future” is how we approached a year of growth, innovation, and deepened impact across New York City. Together, we distributed 5.3 million pounds of healthy food, connected 1,600 families to benefits, secured more than $3.5 million in SNAP benefits, and served 100,000+ New Yorkers.

Behind every number is a neighbor, a family, and a story of resilience.

Read the full FY2025 Annual Report and see how, together, we’re building healthier families, stronger communities, and a more equitable city: https://www.wscah.org/about/reports

Moms and caregivers do everything they can to give their kids the best, especially when it comes to food.

“It is an excellent help, it greatly helps me especially because I do not receive [SNAP] benefits. So WSCAH helps me since I don’t earn much at my job. And it’s important, the food I receive here, you know the fruits the vegetables. My daughter loves it.”
— Yessica, WSCAH customer from our partners at El Nido de Esperanza

Every parent wants their child to have fresh, healthy food to grow and thrive. At WSCAH, we see that love in action every day. This Mother’s Day, honor a caregiver in your life by helping another family put nourishing meals on the table. Your support makes it possible for NYC families to access the healthy food they deserve. Donate at: https://www.wscah.org/donate