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 Bergen.

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 Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen that’s open today: HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ) , Let's Celebrate , Fresh by Ujamaa - The View (Jersey City)

Where are you located?

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

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Bergen for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Bergen, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Olive Baptist Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
Info
Weekly community food distribution hosted at Mt. Olive Baptist Church and operated by BITE. The pantry provides free groceries, fresh produce, diapers, formula, hygiene supplies, and occasional pet food for families in need. All are welcome.
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Sat, June 27th (next week)
12:00 pm–4:00 pm
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Sat, July 4th (in 2 weeks)
12:00 pm–4:00 pm
12:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
400 Arlington Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 432-8795
http://www.mtolivenj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.11 mi
Info
This food pantry serves Hudson County Community College students and staff only. Clients must be registered for the current semester to access services.
Requirements
Students & staff only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
11:00 am–5:00 pm
June 19th is Juneteenth
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
This Friday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
Next Monday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Monday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Friday
Location
2 Enos Place
Lower Level JSQ Campus – Room J002
Journal Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 360-4109
https://www.hccc.edu/student-success/personal-support/hudsonhelps/food-pantry.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Sharing Place Food Pantry
46 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.55 mi
Info
One of Hudson County’s oldest and largest food pantries housed at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, providing monthly groceries to low- and very-low-income individuals and families across the greater Hudson County area.
Requirements
ID required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
8:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, July 18th (next month)
8:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, August 15th (in 2 months)
8:00 am–12:00 pm
8:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
440 Hoboken Ave
Back parking lot
Jersey City, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 963-5518
https://www.thesharingplacenj.org/
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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 Bergen.
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)
Food Not Bombs JC
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.1 mi
Info
Volunteer‑run mutual aid chapter that shares free vegetarian meals and basic necessities at public pop‑up locations in Jersey City. Visit their website for the most current distribution schedule for the Jersey City location.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Other social services available
Toiletries may be available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
This Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm @ West Side
Next Sunday
Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm @ Journal Square
Sun, June 28th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm @ Journal Square
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every month on the 2nd last Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
every week on Sunday
Location
35 Journal Square Plaza
Jersey City, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
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https://linktr.ee/foodnotbombsjc
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. MARY'S PARISH FOOD PANTRY
17 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.26 mi
Info
Food pantry is in the basement of church
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
7:00 am–8:30 am
Sat, July 4th (in 2 weeks)
7:00 am–8:30 am
Sat, July 18th (next month)
7:00 am–8:30 am
7:00 am–8:30 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
7:00 am–8:30 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
254 2nd Street & Erie
Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 434-8500
https://stmarysparishjc.com/our-ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - Jersey City
11 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.77 mi
Info

They may ask for social security card, but it is not required

Serves Jersey City residents

Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Proof of address required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
9:30 am–12:00 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Thu, June 25th (next week)
9:30 am–12:00 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Thu, July 2nd (in 2 weeks)
9:30 am–12:00 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
9:30 am–12:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
562 Bergen Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 435-7355
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/jersey-city/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Old Bergen Church
13 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.19 mi
Info
The OBC Food Pantry is one of the missions of Old Bergen Church, run by the deacons with dedicated volunteers, and has faithfully operated for over 20 years. Bags of food are distributed to eligible clients, including boxed and canned items such as pasta, rice, milk, juice, vegetables, cereal, snacks, and frozen meats. Parents may receive an extra family bag with proof of children. In November and December, distribution is held one week before Thanksgiving or Christmas rather than the regular last Saturday. Referrals are available through recognized agencies including Let's Celebrate, Horizon Health Center, Health and Human Services, Jersey City Episcopal Community Development, C-Line Community Outreach Center (Community Builders), and Urban League.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, June 27th (next week)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, July 25th (next month)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, August 29th (in 2 months)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the last Saturday
Location
1 Highland Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(210) 433-1815
https://oldbergenchurch.com/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Let's Celebrate
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
Food pantry registration can be done on their location every Monday and Wednesday. Must provide ID and proof of income of every household member, and a proof of residence (example: utility bill).

ID required for all members of the household
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Registration required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
Appointment required
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Appointment required
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
Appointment required
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
46 Fairview Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 433-5438
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Food pantry (groceries)
Fresh by Ujamaa - The View (Jersey City)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.97 mi
Info
Pop‑up Fresh by Ujamaa Café farm stand providing free fresh produce to anyone in the community at The View at Lincoln Park in Jersey City; attendees typically reserve via the Plentiful app and should bring a bag.
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Registration required
Schedule appointment through Plentiful app
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Fresh produce
Wed, July 1st (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Fresh produce
Wed, July 15th (in 4 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Fresh produce
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
201 Lincoln Park Dr
Jersey City, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(800) 934-1752
www.coalitionequity.org/ujamaa-cafe
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jerusalem Baptist Church
15 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Schedule
This Saturday
8:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat, July 18th (next month)
8:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat, August 15th (in 2 months)
8:00 am–1:00 pm
8:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
106-8 Atlantic Steet
Jersey City, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(973) 951-5765
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen that’s open today: HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ), Let's Celebrate, Fresh by Ujamaa - The View (Jersey City)
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bergen for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Bergen for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Bergen, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.