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 Avondale.

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 Avondale 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 Avondale 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 Avondale that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckyenuvxj001804vte9y50wmv">Little Zion U.A.M.E. Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckys6qg2806213zunxmszmtde">Sacred Heart Food Pantry</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckys69x2j00593zunhmhcsblz">Queen of Peace Romano Catholic Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckxz77tuw002g04z664zheew3">Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In AvondaleLemontree 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)
Nutley Family Services
6 hours 9 minutes
average wait time

0.36 mi
Info
Open to Nutley residents and others
- Requirements
  Entrance by the Side Door
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Serves New Jersey residents
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 8th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
169 Chestnut Street
Nutley, NJ 07110
directions
Contact
(973) 667-1884
http://www.nutleyfamily.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lyndhurst Food Pantry
1 minute
average wait time

1.26 mi
Info
No spanish speaking personnel so please have a translator or the translator app with you.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- 9:00 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
253 Stuyvesant Avenue
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
directions
Contact
(201) 804-2421
Food pantry (groceries)
Little Zion U.A.M.E. Church
35 minutes
average wait time

1.75 mi
Info
Serves: Essex county.

Requirements: Photo ID, proof of address and income, Social Security number for all the children in the home.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Social Security Card Required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Sat, May 25th (in 4 weeks)
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
154 Stephens Street
Belleville, NJ 07109
directions
Contact
(973) 759-7358
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 Avondale.
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)
Sacred Heart Food Pantry
no ratings yet

1.74 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Open now!
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, May 25th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
615 New Jersey Avenue
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
directions
Contact
(201) 438-1147
Food pantry (groceries)
Rutherford Community Food Pantry
1 minute
average wait time

2.2 mi
Info
Only serves citizens of Rutherford, members of Rutherford and other local religious institutions who are referred by an approved agency.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Thursday
- 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
176 Park Avenue
Borough Hall Basement Floor
Rutherford, NJ 7069
directions
Contact
(201) 460-3000
https://www.rutherfordcommunitypantry.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Queen of Peace Romano Catholic Church
no ratings yet

2.09 mi
Info
0 Saturdays from 10:00am-11:00am During the pandemic, we are open every other Saturday
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Open to North Arlington residents only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Open now!
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, May 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, May 25th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
10 Franklin Place
Behind the Church
North Arlington, NJ 07031
directions
Contact
(201) 997-2086
https://www.facebook.com/QPCNA/
Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Clifton/Passaic
15 minutes
average wait time

2.23 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
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  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)
New Light Baptist Church Food Pantry
no ratings yet

1.67 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- Mon, May 20th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Mon, June 17th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Mon, July 15th (in 3 months)
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Monday
Location
89-91 Dewey Street
Bloomfield, NJ
directions
Contact
(973) 338-5888
https://www.wearenewlight.org/calendar
Food pantry (groceries)
Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green
16 minutes
average wait time

2.65 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–11:00 am
  Clients can visit every 2 weeks
- Next Friday
  9:30 am–11:00 am
  Clients can visit every 2 weeks
- 9:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday, Friday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
147 Broad Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
directions
Contact
(973) 743-1796
http://bpcog.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
LOVE OF JESUS FAMILY CHURCH OF BELLEVILLE
1 hour 15 minutes
average wait time

2.56 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, July 20th (in 3 months)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
4 N. Hawthorne Lane
Newark - Belleville, NJ 07109
directions
Contact
(201) 232-2536
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Avondale 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 Avondale 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 Avondale that’s open today: Little Zion U.A.M.E. Church, Sacred Heart Food Pantry, Queen of Peace Romano Catholic Church, Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Avondale for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.