It’s the most wonderful time of year to donate funds, goods or time to support your North Fork neighbors. Here’s our list of incredible organizations to support this season.
FOOD ASSISTANCE
Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, 12605 Main Road, Mattituck, 631-298-4145
Drop off food at the Mattituck Presbyterian Church or donate funds by calling or emailing [email protected].
Mattituck Junior Senior High School Food Pantry, 15125 Main Road, Mattituck, 631-298-8471
To coordinate food drop off or money donations call the school.
Shelter Island Food Pantry, 32 N. Ferry Road, Shelter Island
Donate food, volunteer or give a monetary gift here. For questions email [email protected].
Center for Advocacy, Support, Transformation, 53930 Main Road, Southold, 631-477-1717
Donate non-perishable food and hygiene items and grocery store gift cards on-site. Make a donation here to support food security and nutrition, support services and advocacy and education and outreach services here.
Join the volunteer force doing food donation pickup and drop off by emailing [email protected] or make a donation to the organization here.
Open Arms Care Center, 1018 Northville Tpk., Riverhead, 631-727-6943
Call to coordinate food drop off to the pantry at First Baptist Church of Riverhead.
HOUSING
Maureen’s Haven Homeless Outreach, 28 Lincoln St., Riverhead, 631-727-6831
Assist in providing homeless men and women with support services by making a monetary donation, donating supplies or by registering to volunteer at this link.
North Fork Parish Outreach Thrift Shop, 56025 Route 25, Southold, 631-477-6469
Donations of clothing in very good condition and gently used home items are accepted Tuesday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The thrift shop does not accept electronics, large furniture or appliances.
SOCIAL SUPPORT
The Butterfly Effect Project, 1146 Main Road, Riverhead, 631-591-0759
This nonprofit creates safe spaces for youth to succeed through programming focusing on confidence building, self and community care, healthy relationships and critical thinking; multiple chapters across Long Island. Volunteer or donate through their website.
The local chapter of Lions International (the world’s largest service organization) organizes the Strawberry Festival and supports a wide array of community and nonprofit organizations. Check the Lions’ social media for info on their charitable campaigns.
Family Service League (21 Sterlington Commons, Greenport; 7555 Main Road, Mattituck; 400 West Main St. and 208 Roanoke Ave., Riverhead)
Runs over 60 social service programs serving seniors, the homeless, those suffering from addiction and mental illness and more, with more than 20 locations on Long Island. Donate or volunteer through their website.
Johanna’s Hope, 631-833-1897
Provides connection for differently-abled people through nature, art and gardening programs, as well as support and advocacy for families and caregivers. Donate through their website or email [email protected].
Kait’s Angels, P.O. Box 1081, Mattituck
Kait’s Angels mission is to provide assistance to those facing health challenges, financial hardships and unexpected life events. Based in Mattituck, the group continues the legacy of Kaitlyn Doohry, who passed away in 2014. Check the group’s website to donate or for volunteer opportunities.
Kim’s Kindness, P.O. Box 783, Mattituck
Provides scholarships to local students and support for community organizations that assist those in need; in honor of Kim Pawlowski and her charitable work. Donate online or by mail.
Mattituck Community Fund, P.O. Box 147, Mattituck
An all-volunteer organization who helps with fundraising and visibility for small organizations and nonprofits in the community that need assistance. Donate online or by mail.
Rise Life Services, 901 East Main St., Riverhead, 631-727-6220
Offers services to aid the developmentally disabled, including day programs, residential alternative programs and mental health assistance. Check their website to donate.
Rotary Club of Southold, P.O. Box 420, Southold, and Rotary Club of Riverhead
The local chapters of Rotary International support local food pantries, youth scholarships and leadership, Boy and Girl Scouts and other charities in the community. Check the respective chapter’s website to donate and for volunteer opportunities.
Ryan’s Team, Mattituck
Created in honor of Ryan Oliver, who passed away in 2021, this charity provides scholarship funds, promotes mental health initiatives and assists families in need. Check the organization’s social media to donate and for volunteer options.
Hope and Resilience Long Island, PO Box 1185, Riverhead, 631-408-6751
Supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault by donating here.
Shelter Island Lions Club, P.O. Box 760, Shelter Island, 631-209-7452
Become a member committed to serving the community by emailing [email protected] or donate to Shelter Island Lions Foundation’s charitable activities here.
MEDICAL
Gabbys Wonderful World, Wading River
Raising money to fight the the rare neutral lipid storage disease with myopthy (NLSD-M). Started by Gabrielle Zeppieri — a young Wading River woman who, when diagnoses, was one of only 15 people in the world suffering from it — the mission is to raise funds to bring awareness, provide emotional support and, most importantly, find a a cure.
Eastern Long Island Hospital Foundation, 201 Manor Place, Greenport, 631-477-5164
Raising funds to benefit the vital Stony Brook ELIH, to enhance services and provide community outreach for our eastern Long Island community.
The Island Gift of Life Foundation, P.O. Box 532, Shelter Island Heights, 11965, [email protected]
This 501c(3) non-profit raises funds to help support Shelter Isalnders and others on the East End grappling with the financial burdens of serious illness.
Shelter Island Ambulance Foundation, P.O. Box 547, Shelter Island, 11964
Seven days a week, 365 days a year this volunteer-strong medical emergency service saves lives in this remote town (where getting to a hospital is a water-crossing endeavor).
Warrior Ranch Foundation, 1179 Edwards Ave., Calverton, 631-740-9049
This amazing organization does double-time with its mission: rehabilitation troubled horses with no where left to go, and helping first-responders and military members and veterans to heal by working with these gentle giants.
North Fork Breast Health Coalition, 185 Old Country Road, Riverhead, 631-208-8889
Long Island has one of the highest rates of breast cancer in the nation, and this excellent group works to support patients and survivors on eastern Long Island, providing financial support, mammograms and other cancer services, research and education.
East End Hospice, 481 Westhampton-Riverhead Road, Westhampton Beach, 631-288-8400
Providing end-of-life care, dignity and support to patients and their families on both the North and South forks. They accept both financial donations and volunteers to help with the multitude of care-giving services they offer.
