School-Based Pantry
Despensa escolar del BBMS
Bilingual Bicultural Mini School Pantry
A critical support system for our families
The BBMS School Pantry has been serving students and the broader school community for several years, acting as a critical support system for families experiencing food insecurity. The pantry was established to ensure that all students — especially those in need — have access to nutritious food and essential resources that promote their overall well-being and ability to thrive in school.
Our pantry is stocked with a variety of staple items that allow families to prepare healthy, balanced meals at home. By providing consistent access to these resources, the pantry helps reduce barriers that may impact student attendance, focus, and academic success.
On the shelves
Staples for a balanced meal at home
Beans
Frijoles
Rice
Arroz
Pasta
Pasta
Sauces
Salsas
Alongside these staples the pantry carries other nutritious food products, and what is available shifts with each donation and delivery.
Why it matters
More than a place to access food
Beyond addressing immediate nutritional needs, the BBMS School Pantry plays an important role in strengthening family stability. It alleviates some of the stress associated with food insecurity, allowing caregivers to focus more fully on supporting their children’s education and well-being.
The pantry also fosters a sense of dignity and care, ensuring that every family feels supported within the school community. It is a vital community hub that offers hope, stability, and connection — reinforcing the message that students and families are not alone, and that the school is a safe and supportive environment where their needs are recognized and addressed with care and respect.
Equity, compassion, and collective responsibility.
How to use the pantry
Ask, and we will help
This initiative is made possible through the dedication and collaboration of staff members and community partners who work together to maintain and distribute resources. Through these partnerships, the pantry continues to grow its reach and deepen its impact.
Distribution days and pick-up details change through the year. To find out when the pantry is open, or to ask about support for your family, call the main office at (212) 860-6031 or speak with our Parent Coordinator. You can ask in English or in Spanish.
Llame a la oficina principal para preguntar por la despensa. Le podemos atender en español.
Visit
P.S. 182 — The Bilingual Bicultural Mini School219 E 109th St, New York, NY 10029
(212) 860-6031