March 2026 Newsletter

PLEASE NOTE: For order deadlines and pick-up dates, please contact your participating host site.


HOW TO ORDER A PACKAGE:


To pay with SNAP EBT, credit, or debit card:


  1. Visit our online platform at foodsense.foodbankcny.org and select your participating pick-up site.
  2. Select the items you would like to purchase.
  3. Pay with EBT, credit, or debit card!


To pay with cash or need

further assistance:


  1. Call (800) 444-1562 or use our Food Finder tool at fbcny.org/findfood to find a Food $en$e site near you.
  2. Contact your local site coordinator and pay with cash.

PACKAGES:


MARCH PACKAGE ($20.50)

Pork Tenderloin, 1.8 lbs. (Avg) 

Chicken Tenderloins, 1.17 lbs. (Avg) 

Ground Beef, 1 lb. 

Fish Sticks, 1 lb. 

Chicken Pot Pie, 7 oz. 

Mac & Cheese, 7.25 oz. 

Stuffed Rigatoni, 12 oz. 

Chopped Broccoli, 1 lb. 

Carrots, 14.5 oz. 

Mandarins, 11 oz. 

Grape Tomatoes, 1 pint

Potatoes, 3 lbs.

APRIL PACKAGE ($20.50)

Meatballs, 1 lb. 

Tilapia Fillets, 1 lb. 

Italian Sausage, 1 lb. 

Ground Chicken, 1 lb. 

Cheese Ravioli, 13 oz. 

Pasta Sauce, 24 oz. 

Cauliflower Florets, 1 lb. 

Spaghetti, 1 lb. 

Fruit Mix, 15 oz. 

Peas, 15 oz.  

Fresh Produce #1

Fresh Produce #2

APRIL SPECIALS:

  • Pork Ribs, 3 lb. (Avg) for $10.00: The St. Louis Style Ribs are uncooked and vacuum-sealed for freshness. 
  • Chicken Tenders, 5 lbs. for $11.00: The Chicken Tenders are fully cooked and oven or air-fryer ready.  
  • Produce Box, 12 lbs. (Avg) for $13.50: Includes - Wrapped Lettuce (1 each), Celery (1 sleeve), Oranges (5 each), Grape Tomatoes (1 pint), Onions (2 lbs.), Carrots (2 lbs.), and Potatoes (3 lbs.) 
  • Onion Rings, 2.5 lbs. for $9.00: The onion rings are ready to cook and used in the oven or air-fryer. 
  • Shrimp Florentine, 24 oz. for $6.00: The Shrimp Florentine has tender shrimp, spinach, and farfalle pasta in a creamy Florentine sauce.  
  • Mozzarella Sticks, 3 lbs. for $12.00: The mozzarella sticks are par-cooked and ready for the oven. 

FEATURED RECIPE:

Chicken & Veggie Cheesy Bake

Serves 4

Ingredients:

*Ingredient in Food $en$e package



  • 1.17 lbs. chicken tenderloin*
  • 14.5 oz. carrots*
  • 1 lb. chopped broccoli*
  • 1 tsp garlic powder 
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning 
  • ½ tsp salt 
  • ½ tsp pepper 
  • 1 can cream of chicken  
  • 1 cup shredded cheese

Directions:

  1. Cut chicken tenderloins into bite-sized chunks. 
  2. Season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. 
  3. In a large bowl combine chicken pieces, carrots, broccoli, cream of chicken, and half the cheese 
  4. Stir until evenly coated. 
  5. Spread mixture into a greased baking dish (8×8 or 9×13). 
  6. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. 
  7. Bake at 375°F for 30–35 minutes, or until chicken hits 165°F and the top is golden. Serve promptly.  

Food $en$e Contacts:

(315) 437-1899 or (800) 444-1562

Order online: foodsense.foodbankcny.org

Learn more: fbcny.org/fs

Share feedback: fbcny.org/feedback

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