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.

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 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 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 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.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shalom Mission (Lacey United Meth.)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.81 mi
Info
Located behind the Joy of Angels Thrift Shoppe in Garage Low cost thrift store available
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–1:30 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–1:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
203 W. Lacey Road
Forked River, New Jersey 08731
directions
Contact
(609) 693-5222
https://www.laceyumc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Pius Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.88 mi
Info
Serves only residents of Forked River, New Jersey.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Mon, December 29th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 31st is New Year's Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
300 Lacey Road
Forked River, NJ 08731
directions
Contact
(609) 693-6105
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Food pantry (groceries)
Vetwork
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.48 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring proof of Veteran status
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Will reschedule in case of holiday closures
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
103 North Main Street
Forked River, NJ 08731
directions
Contact
(609) 971-7613
https://vetwork.org/bill-reeves-food-pantry
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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.
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)
St. Pius Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.88 mi
Info
Serves only residents of Forked River, New Jersey.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Mon, December 29th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 31st is New Year's Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
300 Lacey Road
Forked River, New Jersey 08731
directions
Contact
(609) 693-6105
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lacey Food Bank
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.41 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Diapers available once a month, but parents must register
  Serves New Jersey residents
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- Thu, January 15th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Thu, February 19th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Thu, March 19th (in 3 months)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
102 Station Drive
Forked River, New Jersey 08731
directions
Contact
(609) 242-2848
https://www.facebook.com/LaceyFoodBank
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Stephen's Food Pantry
3 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.92 mi
Info
Serves Ocean County.
- Requirements
  Proof of household income required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
367 U.S. 9
Waretown, NJ 08758
directions
Contact
(609) 698-8561
https://saintstephenswaretown.org/min-food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Mary's Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

5.25 mi
Info
Serves Barnegat, Waretown and Stafford.

Must call to cancel appointment if needed.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  Breakfast
- Next Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–11:30 am
  Hot meal is available
- Next Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am
  Ready to eat meals
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
747 W. Bay Ave.
Barnegat, New Jersey 08005
directions
Contact
(609) 660-9386
stmarybarnegat.com
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Food pantry (groceries)
Potters Pantry at Cedar Creek Community Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

5.31 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
370 Nixon Ave.
Bayville, New Jersey 08721
directions
Contact
(609) 709-1241
https://www.cedarcreekcommunity.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Fulfill NJ Mobile pantry @ Engel Sprague Senior Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.76 mi
Info
Distribution dates may vary during holidays, so please call Fulfill at 732-918-2600 to confirm distribution.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Mon, January 19th (next month)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Mon, February 16th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Mon, March 16th (in 3 months)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Monday
Location
239 11th Street
Barnegat, NJ 08005
directions
Contact
(609) 693-5407
https://fulfillnj.org/get-help/mobile-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lacey Food Bank
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.43 mi
Info
**no hrs

Offers food, meals, baby items and formula, and other aid. Call them for hours and more information.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Lacey Food Bank has no upcoming openings!
Location
102 Station Drive
Forked River, NJ 08731
directions
Contact
(609) 242-2848
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 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.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.