You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in New Brunswick.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places in New Brunswick accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in New Brunswick do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in New Brunswick that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckyi91ni3016304vjw2yy0tmt">Salvation Army - New Brunswick</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cl3ffmtmt001104w110xhz9og">Unity Square Community Center/Catholic Charities</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckz1b60vj69163mzt2cnxy901">Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyi91ne7001904vju6qo9z0r">SRC FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in New Brunswick for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in New Brunswick - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In New BrunswickLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
Ebenezer Baptist Church Food Pantry
Unclaimed
11 minutes
average wait time

0.15 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours. Serves Middlesex County.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, June 26th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Wednesday
Location
126 Lee Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 247-2459
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - New Brunswick
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.24 mi
Info
You can call in at any time between 9am to 4pm mon through fri to make appointments

Have a diaper program as well please feel free to inquire for more information.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
- Today
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Diapers upon availability
  Appointments required
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
287 Handy St.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-1477
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Other material needs
Central Jersey Diaper Bank
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
Info
Beginning February 20, 2023 clients can access diapers in three ways:

Clients can visit the office Monday through Thursday, 10am-12pm, to pick up diapers. The CJDB office entrance is located on Delavan Street across from A.C. Redshaw Elementary school. While the address of the building is 222 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, clients should not ring the doorbell of the main building on Livingston Ave.

Clients receiving diapers through diaper distributions at partner organizations will still be able to receive diapers on the days designated by the partner organization.

Clients can attend Open Distribution Events at the CJDB office in New Brunswick from 9am-1pm on the following dates to receive diapers while also learning about, and receiving, resources from other community partners:

May 4, 2023

More dates will be scheduled in the future here: https://www.centraljerseydiaperbank.org/partnerreferral-information
- Requirements
  Client can visit: Once in 2 months
- Offerings
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Other material needs: 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers upon availability
- Next Tuesday
  Other material needs: 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers upon availability
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  Other material needs: 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers upon availability
- Other material needs: 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
222 Livingston Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 296-9922
https://www.centraljerseydiaperbank.org/partnerreferral-information
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How do I get food?
You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.
Can someone deliver the food to my house?
Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in New Brunswick.
What do I have to bring?
Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!
Food pantry (groceries)
Unity Square Community Center/Catholic Charities
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
Info
Unity Square Community Center has 3 food distribution schedules:

Every Tuesday, at 10 AM to 2 PM EST. Must bring ID and proof of residence. Registration and appointment is required. (Registration forms are available every Monday or Wednesday 10 AM to 4 PM EST).

Every Friday, at 11:30 AM to 1 PM EST. No registration required. Closed every 3rd Friday of the month.

Every 3rd Saturday of the month. Must bring ID and proof of residence. Registration and appointment is required. (Registration forms are available every Monday or Wednesday 10 AM to 4 PM EST).
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
  No requirements
- Tomorrow
  6:00 am
- Tomorrow
  6:11 am
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
81 Remsen Ave
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 659-1323
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH, SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

0.66 mi
Info
Contact: Gary Schuller
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, June 22nd (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Saturday
Location
29 Abeel Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 309-2142
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Food pantry (groceries)
Franklin Twp Food Bank
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.69 mi
Info
Call and leave voicemail to book appointment. Office will call back.

Serves Somerset, Franklin Park, Little Rocky Hill, Zarephath, East Millstone, Griggstown, Kingston, and Middlebush residents only
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  All Day
  Appointments required
- Tomorrow
  All Day
  Appointments required
- Next Monday
  All Day
  Appointments required
- All Day
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Location
60 Millstone Rd
Somerset, NJ 08875
directions
Contact
(732) 246-0009
http://www.franklinfoodbank.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Emmanuel Food Pantry/ Vannesa's Pantry
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.54 mi
Info
Entrance is at the back of the building
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Thu, June 27th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- July 4th is Independence Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, July 4th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
2 Kirkpatrick Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 421-6783
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Food pantry (groceries)
Sharon baptist church
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.48 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/SharonBaptistNJ/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm
  Tickets are handed out as early as 9:30AM.
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, June 26th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm
  Tickets are handed out as early as 9:30AM.
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, July 3rd (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm
  Tickets are handed out as early as 9:30AM.
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
25 Howard Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 846-0669
https://sharonbaptistnj.com
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.67 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours. Serves Middlesex County.
- Requirements
  Grab and Go Meals
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
  Soup Kitchen
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
  Soup Kitchen
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
  Soup Kitchen
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
18 Neilson Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-9002
https://elijahspromise.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
SRC FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Thursday
Location
100 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-1019
https://www.collegeavecommunitychurch.com/WP/5-loaves-food-pantry-cinco-panes-pantry-mercado/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in New Brunswick accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.
What kind of food do they have?
Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Do they have vegetables?
Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in New Brunswick do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
Do they have meat?
Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Any pantries open today?
If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in New Brunswick that’s open today: Salvation Army - New Brunswick, Unity Square Community Center/Catholic Charities, Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen, SRC FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in New Brunswick for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.