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 Athenia.

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 Athenia 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 Athenia 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Athenia to see if any are 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 in Athenia.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Athenia 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 Athenia - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In AtheniaLemontree 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)
St Peter's Haven
15 minutes
average wait time

0.87 mi
Info
Serves Passaic County.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  ID required for all members of the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
Location
380 Clifton Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011
directions
Contact
(973) 546-3406
https://www.saintpetershaven.org/contact-us-1
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church foodpantry by united passaic
22 minutes
average wait time

1.24 mi
Info
https://unitedpassaic.com/services/
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Social Security Card Required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
  Emergency Food Voucher Program only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
163 Autumn Street
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 472-2478
http://www.upassaic.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
UNITED PASSAIC ORGANIZATION
12 minutes
average wait time

1.03 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Proof of household income required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, May 1st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
Location
221 Myrtle Ave
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 472-2478
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 Athenia.
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)
Cathedral Nuevos Comienzos (Church of New Beginnings)
18 minutes
average wait time

1.5 mi
Info
Hours may vary
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, May 25th (next month)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, June 29th (in 2 months)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 4:00 pm–
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
15 Grove Street
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 472-3498
Food pantry (groceries)
Heaven's Gate Christian Fellowship
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0.85 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Two photo IDs required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Will reschedule in case of holiday closures
Schedule
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  7:30 am–9:30 am
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 months)
  7:30 am–9:30 am
- Sat, July 20th (in 3 months)
  7:30 am–9:30 am
- 7:30 am–9:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
194 Burgess Place
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(201) 600-6557
https://www.facebook.com/HGCFPHOP/
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army - Passaic
19 minutes
average wait time

1.73 mi
- Requirements
  Entrance by the Side Door
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  ID preferred, but not required
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every week on Thursday, Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Monday
Location
550 Main Ave
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 779-1155
https://www.facebook.com/NJSAPassaic/
Food pantry (groceries)
Trinity Assembly of God (Feed the Need)
39 minutes
average wait time

1.48 mi
Info
Clients are asked to complete application from Community Food Bank Of NJ (with ID).
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, July 20th (in 3 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
160 Passaic Avenue
PASSAIC, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 779-6047
http://www.trinitypassaic.org/ministries/feed-the-need-ministry.html
Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Clifton/Passaic
15 minutes
average wait time

2.09 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
  Kosher food available
- Info
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
Schedule
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Thursday
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, May 2nd (next week)
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
110 Main Avenue
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 777-7638
https://jfsclifton.org/project/food-pantry/
Food pantry (groceries)
Garfield YMCA
24 minutes
average wait time

2.14 mi
Info
Fresh produce every second Tuesdays of the month.

Pop-up produce availability will be announced in Facebook @ Garfield YMCA.
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, May 2nd (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
33 Outwater Lane
Garfield, NJ 07026
directions
Contact
(973) 772-7450
https://www.facebook.com/GarfieldYmca/
Food pantry (groceries)
Iglesia Cristiana Pentecostal (Christian Pentecost Church)
10 minutes
average wait time

1.99 mi
Info
Distribution at the back of the church parking lot.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  1 bag per family/person
Schedule
- Mon, May 20th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Mon, June 17th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Mon, July 15th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Monday
Location
86 Market St
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 471-5603
http://www.christianpentecostalchurch.org/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Athenia 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 Athenia 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Athenia to see if any are 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 in Athenia.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Athenia for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.