Welcome to UA3
Community First.
Since 2015
Welcome to UA3
UA3 is a community-based nonprofit based in the Lower East Side neighborhood of New York City. Our mission is to empower New Yorkers across the city by advancing food security, community well-being, and access to essential resources.
We are dedicated to serving our neighbors every Monday and Thursday at our Community First Food Pantry. It all started in 2020 as an emergency response to the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on vulnerable communities. Since then our mission has grown rooted in care, dignity, and access. We have worked to provide fresh, high-quality, and culturally relevant food to individuals and families in need. Ensuring that our pantry is a space where everyone feels supported and respected.
While our pantry runs locally, we partner with community-based organizations to deliver food and support distributions throughout the year, helping us reach communities beyond our neighborhood!
The Latest at UA3
UA3 Anniversary Gala - Thank you for 11 years! ❤️💙
UA3 Anniversary Gala - Thank you for 11 years! ❤️💙
UA3 New Trucks Unveiling April 2026
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UA3 Community First organized community Lunar New Year Celebrations #dunya #news #tv #usa #2025
The Community First Food Pantry 🥫
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The Community First Food Pantry is located at: 📍384 Grand St #1A, New York, NY 10002. Free produce/groceries & food for anyone in need.
Open Mondays & Thursdays (Closed on Holidays)
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11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (By Appointment)
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Walk-Ins, Based on Availability)
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🪪 Valid Government ID Required
First Time Visitors: Download the Plentiful App, our volunteers will help you register and schedule appointments. 🫶
See our Impact
In 2025, the Community First Food Pantry alone fed a total of:
6,515
New Yorkers
In 2024, UA3 served an average of 8,447 people per month
UA3 feeds the Lower East Side and beyond!
Distribute 10 million masks across all five boroughs
In 2024, UA3 served an average of 8,447 people per month
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Community First
is not just a slogan.
It's our Mission.
Our food pantry in the Lower East Side has been providing fresh vegetables and fruits to New Yorkers since March 2020.
We need your support to continue.
