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 Bloomfield.

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 Bloomfield 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 Bloomfield 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 Bloomfield that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/toni-s-kitchen-st-luke-s-episcopal-church">Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/bloomfield-presbyterian-church-on-the-green">Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/st-francis-food-pantry-1">St. Francis Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bloomfield 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)
Toni’s Kitchen – Bloomfield Public Library
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.97 mi
Info
Phone: 973-932-0768 (This number is for leaving messages only. We will return calls as soon as possible.)

Toni’s Kitchen Government Shutdown Market* Sundays, 2pm-3pm (starting 11/2) For Bloomfield Residents only In front of the Bloomfield Library 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield Bring Federal ID or SNAP EBT Card and mail showing address
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  2:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sun, November 30th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sun, December 7th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
90 Broad Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
directions
Contact
(973) 932-0768
https://toniskitchen.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Human Needs Food Pantry
15 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.58 mi
Info
Call in advane for services at (973) 746-4669

Essex county can come in once a week while the other counties can come in once a month.

Vaccines are needed for the diaper program which is aailable only to essex county residents

They need only bring ID and proof of address. We serve all of Essex county on a once-a-week basis (except Newark. Newark is a major city with a lot of resources and we'd be overwhelmed trying to handle that city's residents) We serve all other counties in NJ on a once-a-month basis and provide them with listings for their counties.
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- Tue, December 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
9 Label Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-4669
humanneedsfoodpantry.org
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Park United Methodist Church
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.9 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Thu, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Thu, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
Location
12 Park Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
directions
Contact
(973) 429-7745
https://www.parkumcbloomfield.org/?subpages/Church-Calendar.shtml
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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 Bloomfield.
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)
Nutley Family Services
13 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.74 mi
Info
Open to Nutley residents and others
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  Entrance by the Side Door
  Serves New Jersey residents
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm–4:00 pm
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 3rd (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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church
13 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.72 mi
Info
Toni’s Kitchen Government Shutdown Market* Tuesdays, 1pm-2pm (starting 11/4) Toni’s Kitchen, Dining Room 73 So. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair Bring Federal ID or SNAP EBT Card and mail showing address 973-932-0768 (This number is for leaving messages only. We will return calls as soon as possible.)
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  Supplemental Pantry
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
73 South Fullerton Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 860-0768
https://toniskitchen.org/special-programs-launched-during-government-shutdown/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green
24 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.78 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–11:00 am
  Clients can visit every 2 weeks
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  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/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Pointe Seventh-Day Adventist Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.46 mi
Info
Serves Essex County.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  Soup Kitchen
- Sun, November 30th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sun, November 30th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  Soup Kitchen
- 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
- 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the last Sunday
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
15 Elmwood Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-1911
https://gracepointesda.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Francis Food Pantry
7 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.6 mi
Info
Residents of North Arlington or member of Queen of Peace Parish
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Holiday bags
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 13th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 27th (next month)
  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
17 Franklin Street
Silver Lake, NJ 07003
directions
Contact
(201) 997-2086
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.72 mi
Info
Must line up to get a ticket (first come, first served basis)

The pantry is in thhe building infront of the church
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Get a number/ticket
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
119 Elm Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-8338
https://www.stpaullive.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Nutley Senior Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.66 mi
Info
For information 973-744-8103 ext. 246 Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
65 Bloomfield Avenue
Nutley, NJ 07110
directions
Contact
(973) 744-8103
https://fhecessex.org/events/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Bloomfield 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 Bloomfield 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 Bloomfield that’s open today: Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church, Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green, St. Francis Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bloomfield for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.