Nourishment.
Community.
Hope.

Our mission is to provide nutritional support, necessary resources, and personal connection to people struggling with food insecurity in the west side of Rochester...

Mother and daughter making nutritious meal

Our Food Programs

Lunch is served Monday through Saturday from 12:00–1:00 PM at 681 Brown St., Rochester, NY, and our food pantry is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays (by appointment only).

Learn more about our lunch program or schedule a pantry appointment.

2025 Impact

We have been making an impact in our community since our founding in 1982. The figures below reflect average service levels throughout 2025 and represent the work we’ve done in the past year in service to our community.

Lunches Served
148,165
Pantry Households Served
1,998
Pounds of Food Accepted
399,795
Volunteer holding a large pan.

Come Volunteer

Each year, over 150 people volunteer at St. Peter’s Kitchen. Working alongside our staff, volunteers play an essential role in our lunch program, and they have the life-changing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Our Programs

We are proud to have several successful programs that address many needs present in our community. Our diverse collection of programs means that we can support those seeking help in a variety of ways, catered to each individual’s needs.