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: <a href="/directory/resources/cliw3wy3c066smg0hzb1plbdz">Let's Celebrate</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cl2236ych817233mqrmu9myhef">Hudson County Department of Family Services</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckxrv9nnc43173o1ym8gjwdbn">AngelaCARES</a>

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 <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Old Bergen Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

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
  Referral required
  Social Security Card Required
  Number of household members
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Sat, June 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, July 26th (next month)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, August 30th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
  Clothing may be available
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
1 Highland Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(210) 433-1815
http://www.oldbergenchurch.com/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Let's Celebrate
16 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
On Monday's and Wednesday's Registration will be done on site .
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  ID required for all members of the household
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  Lunch
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- 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
Location
46 Fairview Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 433-5438
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Sharing Place Food Pantry
19 reviews
Unclaimed
39 minutes
average wait time

0.55 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours. Serves Hudson County.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, July 19th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, August 16th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
440 Hoboken Avenue
Back parking lot
Journal Square, 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)
Five Corner Sharing Place
9 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 28 minutes
average wait time

0.54 mi
Info
Please bring ID and any documentation showing enrolled programs (such as SNAP, SSDI, SSI, etc.) NO ONE IS TURNED AWAY (as long as we have food).
- Requirements
  ID required
  Bring referral Letter and/or Income or Assistance Letter
  Come early, line starts at 6am
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, July 19th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, August 16th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
440 Hoboken Avenue
Journal Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 963-5518
https://www.thesharingplacenj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Sinai Gospel Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.88 mi
Info
Gloves and masks are required.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am
- Sat, July 19th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am
- Mon, July 21st (next month)
  8:00 am
- 8:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 8:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Monday
Location
27 Prescott Street
Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 350-2366
http://www.mtsinaifullgospelchurch.com/
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SNAP/EBT
Hudson County Department of Family Services
10 reviews
Unclaimed
24 minutes
average wait time

Info
Families need to complete the 2024-25 school meal & summer EBT application to receive summer benefits ($120 per eligible child)- name spelling, address, etc. all need to be up to date and accurate! Summer EBT Outreach Toolkit" https://hungerfreenj.org/summer-ebt-2024/
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–4:15 pm
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–4:15 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:00 am–4:15 pm
- 8:00 am–4:15 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
257 Cornelison Avenue
Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 420-3000
https://www.hcnj.us/family-services/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - Jersey City
4 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

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

Serves Jersey City residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Social Security Card Required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Offers after school program
- Thu, July 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Offers after school program
- Thu, July 10th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Offers after school program
- 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)
AngelaCARES
30 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

1.25 mi
Info
Check their Facebook account prior to going; to know where their distribution will be because it is not always held at 512 Ocean Avenue.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Other services: referral
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
  Diapers available (must have child with you)
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Diapers offered once a month, after applying.
  Clothing available during Thursdays
Schedule
- Today
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, June 27th (next week)
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, July 18th (in 4 weeks)
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- 12:30 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- 12:30 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
512 Ocean Ave
Jersey City , NJ 07305
directions
Contact
(201) 706-2884
https://www.angelacares.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
THE GEORGE PITCHFORD FOOD PANTRY
13 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

1.14 mi
Info
Church is at 492 Bramhall Ave Jersey City, NJ 07304 but the food distribution is at 509 Bramhall Ave Jersey City, New Jersey
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, July 19th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, August 16th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
509 Bramhall Avenue
Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 370-0725
https://ampleharvest.org/food-pantries/the-george-pitchford-food-pantry-9089/#donation-times
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jerusalem Baptist Church
9 reviews
Unclaimed
26 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Closed During Year: August
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, July 19th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, August 16th (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: Let's Celebrate, Hudson County Department of Family Services, AngelaCARES
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 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.