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 Cedar Grove.

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 Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove that’s open today: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation , Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center , Little Falls Methodist Church , Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church , Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Cedar Grove 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), SNAP/EBT
Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation
19 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.96 mi
Info
We also can answer questions and correct misconceptions about SNAP to help you decide if SNAP is right for you. This help is free and confidential.

Check your eligibility, please use this link: https://www.njhelps.gov/

Please call 973-857-8666 for an appointment. For questions contact us at newjersey_charity@tzuchi.us or by phone:

For Middlesex and Monmouth Counties, please call 732-518-8405. For Camden County, please call 973-991-9703.

Required documentations for SNAP application. You MUST bring the following for everyone in your household who is applying for the application:

A valid ID (i.e. driver’s license, birth certificate, government ID)

Proof of where you live (i.e. lease, rental agreement, utility bill) *Unless you are experiencing homelessness

Proof of earned income (i.e. paystubs, employer letter, recent tax records)

Proof of unearned income (benefits award letter)

Proof of resources (i.e. bank statements)

Social Security Number

Proof of immigration status (for non-citizens)

Proof of student status (for college students)
Requirements
ID required
Registration required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Today
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Next Monday
SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Friday
SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Location
150 Commerce Road
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
directions
Contact
(973) 857-8666
https://tzuchi.us/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.74 mi
Info
Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation
Requirements
Seniors only
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
11:30 am–12:30 pm
Next Monday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
11:30 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
199 Fairview Avenue
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
directions
Contact
(973) 744-8103
https://fhecessex.org/events/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Little Falls Methodist Church
14 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.31 mi
Info
On-site registration required
Requirements
You can visit once a week
ID required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Tue, March 17th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Wed, March 18th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 1st Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 1st Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 1st Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 1st Friday
Location
139 Main St
Little Falls, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 256-0993
https://www.littlefallsumc.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 Cedar Grove.
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)
Human Needs Food Pantry
20 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

2.5 mi
Info

Call in advance 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
You can visit once a week
ID required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Delivery may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
12:30 pm–3:00 pm
Call in advance for services
Next Thursday
12:30 pm–3:00 pm
Call in advance for services
Tue, March 17th (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), Other material needs, 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

2.95 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.)

On-site registration required
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Today
Other material needs: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
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
Other material needs: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
every week on Sunday
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Sunday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
every week on 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)
CUMAC MFP - Little Falls Wilmore Park
3 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.94 mi
Info
Get registered to receive food here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIErXME8JUm4GO_gdWufmC7dvASnnjNZbuFEF0rRxMoW3b9Q/viewform
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tue, March 17th (in 2 weeks)
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Tue, April 21st (next month)
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Tue, May 19th (in 2 months)
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
11 Wilmore Road
Little Falls Township, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/mobile-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

3.36 mi
Info

Service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis; please line up to receive a ticket.

The pantry is located in the building in front of the church.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Thursday
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thu, March 26th (in 3 weeks)
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thu, April 9th (next month)
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
every 2 weeks 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)
Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

2.48 mi
Info
Starting December 1st ,MESH will be having sleeping spots for the homless at 51 elm street at st mark methodist church from 7pm to 7am
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Tomorrow
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Next Monday
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
619 Bloomfield Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 692-8857
Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
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Food pantry (groceries)
THE FOOD PANTRY AT ST. AGNES
7 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.09 mi
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, March 21st (in 2 weeks)
7:00 am–9:00 am
Sat, April 18th (next month)
7:00 am–9:00 am
Sat, May 16th (in 2 months)
7:00 am–9:00 am
7:00 am–9:00 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
65 Union Ave
Little Falls, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 256-5020
http://www.stagneslf.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Pointe Seventh-Day Adventist Church
3 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

3.33 mi
Info
Serves Essex County.
Requirements
You can visit twice a month
Offerings
Free Groceries
Toiletries may be available
Schedule
Next Sunday
12:00 pm–2:30 pm
Next Sunday
12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Sun, March 15th (in 2 weeks)
12:00 pm–2:30 pm
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/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove 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 Cedar Grove that’s open today: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center, Little Falls Methodist Church, Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church, Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Cedar Grove for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.