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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

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      11:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      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

    Map of HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ)

    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)

    9 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

    • Today

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, June 11th (next week)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, June 18th (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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    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

    • Next Sunday

      Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm @ Journal Square

    • Sat, June 13th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm @ West Side

    • Sun, June 14th (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

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    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, June 20th (in 2 weeks)

      7:00 am–8:30 am

    • Sat, July 4th (in 4 weeks)

      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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    55 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.11 mi


    Info

    The exact location of food pantry is at the Parish Hall, not in the church. 521 Bramhall Avenue. Lower Level

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Call in advance for services
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Thu, June 11th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Sat, June 13th (next week)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    28 reviews

    Unclaimed

    38 minutes

    average wait time

    1.22 mi


    Info

    A church-run pantry offering free groceries for neighbors in need. Volunteers staff the distribution, and the church invites anyone with questions to contact the pastor's office. Food is sourced through community donations and local partners, including the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. The pantry feeds up to 400 families each week. First-time visitors are welcome.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 13th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    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

    • Sat, June 20th (in 2 weeks)

      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

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)

    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

    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • 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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    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 13th (next week)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.19 mi


    Info

    Some of the referral agencies in Jersey City include: 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.

    November and December, when distribution is one week before Thanksgiving or Christmas.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, June 27th (in 3 weeks)

      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

  15. 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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.

  18. 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.

  19. 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: Salvation Army - Jersey City, Zion Cares Community Development Corp., Let's Celebrate

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

  22. 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.

  23. 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.