Long Island Cares, Inc. – The Harry Chapin Food Bank

Long Island Cares, Inc. – The Harry Chapin Food Bank was founded in 1980 by late singer and social activist Harry Chapin to serve as Long Island's first food bank, addressing food insecurity across Nassau and Suffolk counties. This nonprofit organization operates multiple emergency food pantries, including a location in Lindenhurst, and distributes millions of pounds of food annually through partnerships with nearly 400 community agencies. The organization is recognized by the USDA and New York State Department of Health and operates specialized programs including mobile distributions, a pet pantry, and support services for veterans and seniors.