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?

You can browse these pages for resources 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.

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)
Peter's Pantry
11 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

1.51 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
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Proof of all income required (tax return, child support / alimony info, WIC affiliation etc.)
- Thu, February 12th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Proof of all income required (tax return, child support / alimony info, WIC affiliation etc.)
- Thu, February 19th (in 3 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)
First Presbyterian Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.58 mi
Info
Serves the areas of South Amboy, Parlin, Sayreville, and Laurence Harbor.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Mon, February 9th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:30 pm
- Thu, February 12th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:30 pm
- Mon, February 23rd (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:30 pm
- 12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every 2 weeks on Monday, Thursday
Location
150 North Broadway
South Amboy, NJ 08879
directions
Contact
(732) 721-4516
http://www.fpcsachurch.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
SALVATION ARMY PERTH AMBOY
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.17 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
- Next Wednesday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Thursday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, February 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- 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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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. MARY'S FOOD PANTRY
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.63 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 28th (in 4 weeks)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
  Registration required
- Sat, March 28th (in 2 months)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
  Registration required
- Sat, April 25th (in 3 months)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
  Registration required
- 8:30 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
256 Augusta Street
South Amboy, NJ 08879
directions
Contact
(732) 721-7418
http://www.saintmarysa.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
PRAHD - The Puerto Rican Association for Human Development
4 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.44 mi
Info
Pre school. After day program . Registration required for the first time. 7326382814
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, February 17th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, March 17th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, April 21st (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
98 1st Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 442-1081
https://www.prahd.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Raritan Bay Area YMCA
11 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.09 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
- Next Wednesday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Wed, February 11th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Wed, February 18th (in 3 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)
Mercy House – Super Saturday
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.83 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 14th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 14th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, April 11th (in 3 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
282 Mcclellan Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 826-5293
https://cathedralinternational.org/event/mercy-house-super-saturday-2/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Seventh Day Adventist Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.73 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
- Next Tuesday
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
- Tue, February 10th (in 2 weeks)
  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)
ST. LAWRENCE, SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DEPAUL FOOD PANTRY
11 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.42 mi
Info
Distribution is in the Parish Center next to the parking lot
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–10:00 am
- Sat, February 7th (next week)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
- Sat, February 14th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–10:00 am
- 8:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
109 Laurence Parkway
Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879
directions
Contact
(732) 566-1093
https://www.saintlawrencechurch.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, Perth Amboy
20 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.08 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
- Tomorrow
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, February 7th (next week)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, February 14th (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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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?
You can browse these pages for resources 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.
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.