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 Hamden.

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 Hamden 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 Hamden 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 Hamden that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/open-cupboard-food-pantry-1">Open Cupboard Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/flemington-food-pantry">Flemington Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/flemington-area-food-pantry">Flemington Area Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-township-of-readington">The Township of Readington</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/starfish-food-pantry-c-o-our-lady-of-lourdes-roman-catholic-church">Starfish Food Pantry c/o Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Hamden 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)
Open Cupboard Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.85 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Today
  9:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  4:30 pm–6:30 pm
- 9:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
1802 New Jersey 31
Clinton, NJ 08809
directions
Contact
(908) 730-7320
https://www.opencupboardfoodpantry.org/services/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Round Valley United Methodist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

4.15 mi
Info
Call or email to set an appointment: bjyus54@gmail.com - (908) 534-1474

https://www.facebook.com/RVUMC/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, October 28th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Appointments required
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tue, November 11th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Tue, November 25th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
30 Main Street
Lebanon, NJ 08833
directions
Contact
(908) 534-1474
http://www.roundvalleyumc.org/food-pantry.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Round Valley United Methodist Church Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

4.15 mi
Info
Must be a participant of one of the five programs to qualify:

TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families)

SNAP/ Food Stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

SSI/SSD (Supplemental Security Income-- No Social Security)

WIC (Women, Infants and Children Program)

Medicaid

OR have income below the Federal guidelines or are in a disaster relief situation (divorce, domestic violence, unusual expense, loss of employment, etc.).
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, October 28th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Registration required on site
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tue, November 11th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, November 25th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Registration required on site
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 5th Tuesday
Location
30 Main Street
Lebanon, NJ 08833
directions
Contact
(908) 391-8933
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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 Hamden.
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)
Flemington Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

5.9 mi
Info
Eligibility for Hunterdon County residents is primarily based in low income, job loss, unusual expenses, family disaster, a victim of family violence, etc. We are located across the parking lot from the front of the Flemington WalMart. Documents is not required for eligibility.

https://www.facebook.com/flemingtonfoodpantry
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
154 New Jersey 31
Flemington, NJ 08822
directions
Contact
(908) 788-5568
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Food pantry (groceries)
Flemington Area Food Pantry
3 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

7.03 mi
Info
Eligibility for Hunterdon County residents is primarily based in low income, job loss, unusual expenses, family disaster, a victim of family violence, etc.

Documents is not required for eligibility.

https://www.facebook.com/flemingtonfoodpantry
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every 2 weeks on Saturday
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
154 Route 31 N
154 nj-31
Flemington, NJ 08822
directions
Contact
(908) 788-5568
https://flemingtonfoodpantry.org/need-help
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Food pantry (groceries)
High Bridge United Methodist Church
1 review
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

4.64 mi
Info
Call if special time is necessary.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, November 5th (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Wed, November 19th (next month)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Wed, December 3rd (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
40 Church Street
High Bridge, NJ 08829
directions
Contact
(908) 278-7570
http://highbridgeumc.weebly.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Township of Readington
0 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

6.48 mi
Info
Readington Township residents only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
509 County Road 523
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
directions
Contact
(908) 534-0974
https://www.readingtontwpnj.gov/departments/social-services
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Food pantry (groceries)
YMCA Produce Distribution @ Flemington Baptist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

7.12 mi
Info
They need to text ahead of time preferably Friday before 10 am to say they need produce.

They have different programs availaible and you can inquire all about them on site

MUST go within the time allocated
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–10:00 am
- Sat, October 25th (next week)
  9:30 am–10:00 am
- Sat, November 1st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–10:00 am
- 9:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
170 Main Street
Flemington, NJ 08822
directions
Contact
(908) 892-7369
https://www.hcymca.org/community/produce-distrubution/
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We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries)
Starfish Food Pantry c/o Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

6.89 mi
Info
Township residents with emergency needs
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
Whitehouse Station,
Contact
(908) 534-2319
https://ollwhs.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
North Hunterdon Community Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

6.27 mi
Info
Need to fill up form on site or online.

Please check their website for any changes in their schedule.

https://www.facebook.com/nhfoodpantry/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Thu, November 13th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, December 11th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 8th (in 3 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
Location
24 Skinner Road
Glen Gardner, NJ 08826
directions
Contact
(908) 537-4824
https://www.sprucerunlutheran.com/outreach/north-hunterdon-food-pantry/?fbclid=IwAR0AXbzBYLXScd_nm46nbTPtDkyJ4xzv-FmP-G8E0u4r8H57rJ04CM-OApo
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Hamden 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 Hamden 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 Hamden that’s open today: Open Cupboard Food Pantry, Flemington Food Pantry, Flemington Area Food Pantry, The Township of Readington, Starfish Food Pantry c/o Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Hamden for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.