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 Elmwood Park.

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 Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/center-for-food-action-saddle-brook">Center for Food Action (Saddle Brook)</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/garfield-ymca">Garfield YMCA</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-first-seventh-day-adv-church">The First Seventh Day Adv. Church</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/garfield-house-of-mercy">Garfield House of Mercy</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Elmwood Park 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)
Residents Assistance Program/The People's Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.21 mi
Info
Serves Elmwood Park residents only
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  No food distribution - marked unavailable
- Thu, November 13th (next week)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  No food distribution - marked unavailable
- Fri, November 21st (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  No food distribution - marked unavailable
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Friday
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
236 Falmouth Ave
Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
directions
Contact
(201) 796-1457
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Food pantry (groceries)
Center for Food Action (Saddle Brook)
28 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.51 mi
Info
Once every 3 weeks, our guests can make an appointment to receive a box of non-perishable food, along with fresh produce, meat, dairy, and bread, as available. Enter your login below to make a food appointment. Please be prepared with household member names, birthdates, gender, ethnicity, and income. Make an appointment here: https://app.pantrysoft.com/login/cfanj Or call your local site to complete registration and make an appointment over the phone.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- This Friday
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
224 Midland Avenue
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
directions
Contact
(201) 703-9857
https://www.cfanj.org/gethelp/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church of St. Anne Food Pantry
14 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.06 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Wed, November 12th (next week)
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, December 10th (next month)
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 24th (next month)
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
15-05 Saint Anne Street
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
directions
Contact
(201) 791-1616
https://www.stannefairlawnnj.org/food-pantry
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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 Elmwood Park.
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)
Garfield YMCA
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.86 mi
Info
Fresh produce every second Tuesdays of the month.

Pop-up produce availability will be announced in Facebook @ Garfield YMCA.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:30 am–11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, November 12th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
33 Outwater Lane
Garfield, NJ 07026
directions
Contact
(973) 772-7450
https://www.facebook.com/GarfieldYmca/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The First Seventh Day Adv. Church
20 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.1 mi
Info
The requirement is that a person should have an ID and they will need to complete a short form to be registered into the system.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, November 19th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, December 3rd (in 4 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
343 11th Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07514
directions
Contact
(973) 279-6256
http://www.patersonsda.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Garfield House of Mercy
9 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.07 mi
Info
Tickets are available at 4PM
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Outdoor distribution
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  5:00 pm
- Wed, November 12th (next week)
  5:00 pm
- Wed, November 19th (in 2 weeks)
  5:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 3 weeks)
  5:00 pm
- 5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
111 Midland Ave
Garfield, NJ 07026
directions
Contact
(973) 219-0975
https://www.garfieldcasademisericordia.com/copy-of-about-us
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Food pantry (groceries)
GARFIELD UNITY PANTRY
19 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

1.95 mi
Info
Pre-registration here https://cfbnj2.oasisinsight.net/kiosk/d1884818e3ff929bd5123c494f9a3d7abd6087cbf26a3fd0dc66ea308239e786/ or schedule appointment thru Plentiful App.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- Next Monday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Location
529 MIDLAND AVE.
Garfield, NJ 07026
directions
Contact
(973) 245-9579
https://cfbnj.org/garfield-unity-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jump Start - Montgomery Street
18 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.37 mi
- Requirements
  Number of household members
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Thu, November 13th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, November 21st (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, November 28th (in 3 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
197 Montgomery Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(551) 223-7230
https://www.facebook.com/PatersonPublicSchools/photos/a.659936807358970/5036799936339280/
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Food pantry (groceries)
PATERSON CHURCH OF GOD
18 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.04 mi
Info
If two days of distribution fall close together, they will not distribute on the second day.

Please bring a SNAP food stamp card, if you have one.

Come early to line up and the disabled will be helped out first
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Mon, December 8th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Mon, January 12th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Monday
Location
351 10th Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07514
directions
Contact
(862) 357-1708
https://www.patersoncog.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Faith in Action Comm. Dev. Corp.
20 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.98 mi
Info
Food distribution starts at 12 while registration starts at 11am and numbers are given out.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, November 18th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, December 16th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, January 20th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
833 Madison Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(570) 994-3075
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park that’s open today: Center for Food Action (Saddle Brook), Garfield YMCA, The First Seventh Day Adv. Church, Garfield House of Mercy
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Elmwood Park for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.