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.

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 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 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 that’s open today: St. John Church Hall , Jewish Renaissance Foundation (JRF) – Silver Linings “My Choice Store”

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office 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)
SALVATION ARMY PERTH AMBOY
20 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.39 mi
Info
Please check social media for additional food/meal distribution events
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  CLOSED
- This Thursday
  CLOSED
- Wed, December 31st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
  Open to all
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the last Wednesday
Location
433 State St.
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 826-7040
https://www.facebook.com/NJSAPerthAmboy/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Renovation House
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.45 mi
Info
Small Pantry with Hot Meals
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
- Tue, December 30th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
- Tue, January 6th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
- Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
200 Jefferson Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 826-4565
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. John Church Hall
1 review
Claimed
no ratings yet

0.37 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Mon, December 29th (next week)
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Mon, January 5th (in 2 weeks)
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
404 Division Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 826-4442
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.
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)
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, Perth Amboy
20 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.5 mi
Info
Serves Perth Amboy residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, January 3rd (next week)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, January 10th (in 2 weeks)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- 9:45 am–12:45 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
230 New Brunswick Avenue
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 548-4317
https://www.bowlforhunger.com/food-pantry-directory
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Renaissance Foundation (JRF) – Silver Linings “My Choice Store”
21 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.23 mi
Info
There is no fixed date of distribution

Call 732-324-2114 ext. 131 to make an appointment
- Requirements
  Proof of household income required
  Must call during this time to register and book an appointment
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  There is a waiting list. People need to be registered to receive food
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Open now!
  10:30 am–4:30 pm
  Appointments required
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–4:30 pm
  Appointments required
- This Wednesday
  10:30 am–4:30 pm
  Appointments required
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 10:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
533 New Brunswick Avenue
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 324-2114
www.jrfnj.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Peter's Pantry
11 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

0.36 mi
Info
Serves Perth Amboy Residents only

Must show proof of residence within Perth Amboy, NJ

Must bring 4 reusable bags
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Proof of all income required (tax return, child support / alimony info, WIC affiliation etc.)
- Thu, January 1st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Proof of all income required (tax return, child support / alimony info, WIC affiliation etc.)
- Thu, January 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Proof of all income required (tax return, child support / alimony info, WIC affiliation etc.)
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
183 Rector St.
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 826-1594
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Food pantry (groceries)
Raritan Bay Area YMCA
11 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.93 mi
Info
Serves Middlesex county only *1st and 3rd Wednesday last names A through L *2nd and 4th Wednesday last names M through Z
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Wed, December 31st (next week)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Wed, January 7th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
392 Smith Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 771-9910
https://www.rbaymca.org/main/food-pantry-at-the-center-for-support-success-prosperity/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Seventh Day Adventist Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.3 mi
Info
Food and clothing provided to residents of Perth Amboy. Additional, supportive services are available such as health insurance education, ESL and citizenship classes and immigration support
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
- Tue, December 30th (next week)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
260 State Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 734-7289
https://perthamboyspanishnj.adventistchurch.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
South Shore Food Pantry - St. Paul's
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.8 mi
Info
Call +1 (718) 227-2485 to make an appointment
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
7558 Amboy Rd
New York, NY 10307
directions
Contact
(718) 227-2485
https://stpaulsumcsi.org/ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
OUR LADY OF FATIMA BREAD OF LIFE
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.81 mi
Info
Registration is only done on Saturdays before receiving food at the next distribution date

serves only residents of Perth Amboy
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Sat, January 17th (in 3 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, January 21st (in 4 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, February 18th (in 2 months)
  4:00 pm–6:30 pm
- 4:00 pm–6:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
348 Smith Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 442-6634
https://www.ourladyoffatimaperthamboy.com/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 that’s open today: St. John Church Hall, Jewish Renaissance Foundation (JRF) – Silver Linings “My Choice Store”
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.