Community update: the fridge is a shared neighborhood resource — stock changes throughout the day. Call (914) 370-1472 with any urgent concern.

Free food in the Bronx

The Allerton Allies Community Fridge

A community fridge is a public refrigerator that anyone can take food from and anyone can add food to. Ours sits at 2527 Boston Rd, Bronx, NY 10467, and it belongs to the neighborhood.

How it works

Take What You Need. Give What You Can.

There is no gatekeeping of any kind. Walk up, open the fridge, and take the food you need for yourself or your household.

Anyone can take

No form, no ID, no income check, no questions. If you need food, it's yours.

Anyone can give

Neighbors, local businesses, and volunteers stock the fridge with food that meets our guidelines.

Everyone keeps it safe

Check condition before you take something, don't leave anything you wouldn't eat, and report problems to us.

Location

Finding The Fridge

2527 Boston Rd, Bronx, NY 10467

Google Street View of 2527 Boston Rd, Bronx, NY 10467. See photos on Google Maps.

The Google listing currently indicates 24-hour availability. Access can change without notice — call before traveling a long distance.

Who it's for

Serving Our Corner Of The Bronx

The fridge mainly serves neighbors in Allerton, Pelham Parkway, Williamsbridge, Bronx 10467 and anyone else who can reach Boston Road. You do not have to live nearby to use it, and you do not have to explain why you're there.

Donating food

What Belongs In The Fridge

Please donate

  • Sealed, unopened, in-date packaged food
  • Fresh fruit and vegetables in good condition
  • Rice, pasta, beans, canned goods, and other shelf-stable staples
  • Bottled water and sealed drinks
  • Baby food and formula that is sealed and in date
  • Cleaning supplies and hygiene products

Please don't donate

  • Anything opened, part-used, or unsealed
  • Expired or out-of-date items
  • Raw meat, raw fish, and raw eggs
  • Homemade or home-cooked food
  • Alcohol
  • Anything you would not give to your own family

Questions

Common Questions About The Fridge

Keep The Fridge Running.

The fridge only works because neighbors fill it, clean it, and pay for the power and supplies that keep it going.