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 East Rutherford.

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 East Rutherford 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 East Rutherford 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in East Rutherford to see if any are 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 in East Rutherford.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Rutherford 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.

Free Food in East Rutherford - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In East RutherfordLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
Rutherford Community Food Pantry
1 minute
average wait time

0.88 mi
Info
Only serves citizens of Rutherford, members of Rutherford and other local religious institutions who are referred by an approved agency.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Thursday
- 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
176 Park Avenue
Borough Hall Basement Floor
Rutherford, NJ 7069
directions
Contact
(201) 460-3000
https://www.rutherfordcommunitypantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Meadowlands YMCA – Drive through Distribution
52 minutes
average wait time

1.08 mi
Info
Application process is done either online or in person before receiving any food. You will then receive a call back with further details
- Requirements
  Completed application
  Must schedule appointment by calling 201-955-5300 ext 237
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Appointments required
  Must schedule appointment by calling 201-955-5300 ext 237
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Appointments required
  Must schedule appointment by calling 201-955-5300 ext 237
- Sun, April 28th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Appointments required
  Must schedule appointment by calling 201-955-5300 ext 237
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Sunday
Location
390 Murray Hill Parkway
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
directions
Contact
(201) 955-5300
https://meadowlandsymca.org/main/meadowlands-food-pantry/#
Food pantry (groceries)
N.J. Food & Clothing Rescue
24 minutes
average wait time

1.53 mi
Info
Call Renee at 201-218-1707 after 6pm
- Requirements
  ID required
  Appointments required
  Pre-registration required by phone
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- Sat, April 27th (next week)
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- Sat, May 4th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:30 pm
- 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
127 Paterson Avenue
Wallington, NJ 07057
directions
Contact
(201) 747-8706
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 East Rutherford.
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)
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Clifton/Passaic
15 minutes
average wait time

1.82 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
  Kosher food available
- Info
  May be closed during Jewish holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  5:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, May 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
110 Main Avenue
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 777-7638
https://jfsclifton.org/project/food-pantry/
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army - Passaic
19 minutes
average wait time

2.17 mi
- Requirements
  Entrance by the Side Door
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  ID preferred, but not required
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every week on Thursday, Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Monday
Location
550 Main Ave
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 779-1155
https://www.facebook.com/NJSAPassaic/
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Food pantry (groceries)
One of Us Assistance Program
no ratings yet

0.78 mi
Info
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Location
Carlstadt, NJ 07072
Contact
(201) 890-3122
https://www.oneofusnj.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Lyndhurst Food Pantry
1 minute
average wait time

2.02 mi
Info
No spanish speaking personnel so please have a translator or the translator app with you.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- 9:00 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
253 Stuyvesant Avenue
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
directions
Contact
(201) 804-2421
Food pantry (groceries)
Trinity Assembly of God (Feed the Need)
39 minutes
average wait time

2.29 mi
Info
Clients are asked to complete application from Community Food Bank Of NJ (with ID).
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, May 18th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
160 Passaic Avenue
PASSAIC, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 779-6047
http://www.trinitypassaic.org/ministries/feed-the-need-ministry.html
Food pantry (groceries)
Cathedral Nuevos Comienzos (Church of New Beginnings)
18 minutes
average wait time

2.35 mi
Info
Hours may vary
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, April 27th (next week)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, May 25th (next month)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, June 29th (in 2 months)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 4:00 pm–
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
15 Grove Street
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 472-3498
Food pantry (groceries)
Sacred Heart Food Pantry
no ratings yet

2.16 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, April 27th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, May 18th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
615 New Jersey Avenue
Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
directions
Contact
(201) 438-1147
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in East Rutherford 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 East Rutherford 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in East Rutherford to see if any are 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 in East Rutherford.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Rutherford for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.