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 Hudson.

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 Hudson 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 Hudson 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 Hudson that’s open today: HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ) , Food Not Bombs JC

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Hudson for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Hudson for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Hudson, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Hunger Free Unity in the Community
9 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
Hunger Free UIC is a nonprofit organization focused on food equity in Hudson County, supporting people facing food insecurity and reducing socioeconomic barriers to quality food access. This is a mobile food distribution program; please check their website or social media for current distribution locations and times.
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Schedule
This Saturday
9:30 am–11:30 am
Sat, November 21st (next week)
9:30 am–11:30 am
Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)
9:30 am–11:30 am
9:30 am–11:30 am
every week on Saturday
Location
170 Broadway
Bayonne, NJ 07002
directions
Contact
(551) 241-9468
https://hungerfreeuic.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Fresh by Ujamaa Cafe at Harrison Gardens (Hoboken)
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

0.78 mi
Info
Harrison Gardens Community Room Fresh by Ujamaa Café is a farm stand initiative powered by the Coalition for Food and Health Equity that brings local, fresh produce directly to Hudson County residents. The program makes access to nutritious, high-quality food easy, equitable, and joyful by transforming community spaces into vibrant hubs of wellness and connection. Visitors can expect a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables at no cost.
Requirements
Schedule appointment through Plentiful app
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Tomorrow
11:30 am–1:00 pm @ Harrison Gardens Community Room
November 26th is Thanksgiving Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
11:30 am–1:00 pm @ Harrison Gardens Community Room
Thu, December 10th (in 4 weeks)
11:30 am–1:00 pm @ Harrison Gardens Community Room
11:30 am–1:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Thursday
Location
311 Harrison St
Harrison Gardens Community Room
Hoboken, NJ 07030
directions
Contact
(800) 943-1752
https://www.coalitionequity.org/farm-stand
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hoboken Food Pantry
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.81 mi
Info
Distribution in Community room, Ground level

On-site registration required
Requirements
You can visit twice a month
ID required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Fri, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Fri, December 11th (in 4 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Friday
Location
221 Jackson Street
Hoboken, NJ 07030
directions
Contact
(201) 963-4100
https://hobokencc.org/calendar
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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 Hudson.
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. John's Lutheran Church Food Pantry - Hands On 4 Hunger
43 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
Info
A church-based food-assistance ministry serving more than 200 families in the local community.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
8:00 am–12:30 pm
Sat, December 12th (next month)
8:00 am–12:30 pm
Sat, January 9th (in 2 months)
8:00 am–12:30 pm
8:00 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
155 North Street
Jersey City, NJ 07307
directions
Contact
(917) 723-0667
https://stjohnsjerseycity.net
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Food pantry (groceries)
HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ)
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.74 mi
Info
This food pantry serves Hudson County Community College students and staff only. Clients must be registered for the current semester to access services.
Requirements
Students & staff only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
November 11th is Veterans Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
11:00 am–5:00 pm
This Friday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
Next Monday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Monday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Friday
Location
2 Enos Place
Lower Level JSQ Campus – Room J002
Journal Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 360-4109
https://www.hccc.edu/student-success/personal-support/hudsonhelps/food-pantry.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Community Services
13 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.19 mi
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
This Saturday
7:30 am–8:30 am
Next Sunday
7:30 am–8:30 am
Sat, November 21st (next week)
7:30 am–8:30 am
7:30 am–8:30 am
every week on Saturday, Sunday
Location
39 Erie Street
Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 659-2211
https://www.gracevanvorst.org/food-pantries
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Joseph Connors Senior Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.8 mi
Info
A municipal senior center serving older Jersey City residents through coordinated senior-affairs assistance and community programming.
Requirements
Seniors only
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm @ Joseph Connors Senior Center
Other social services available
This Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm @ Joseph Connors Senior Center
Other social services available
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm @ Joseph Connors Senior Center
Other social services available
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
394 Central Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07307
directions
Contact
(201) 420-7602
https://www.jerseycitynj.gov/cityhall/health/division_of_senior_affairs
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food Not Bombs JC
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.61 mi
Info
A Jersey City Food Not Bombs collective organized around food justice, mutual aid, solidarity, and community participation.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Toiletries may be available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
November 11th is Veterans Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Today
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm @ Journal Square
This Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm @ Journal Square
This Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm @ Stelton Distro
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm
every week on Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
2327 John F. Kennedy Blvd
Store 4
Jersey City, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(551) 277-9620
https://steltondistro.com/foodnotbombsjc
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church
35 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

1.37 mi
Info
A volunteer-run food pantry at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church offering free groceries to neighbors in need. The pantry serves over 400 families each week. Food is sourced through community donations and local partners. The church also provides other community ministries, including a free hot breakfast, a monthly social dinner, and an annual Christmas community meal. Clients are advised to come early, as there is often a long line for walk-in services.
Requirements
ID required
Must bring own bags/cart
Proof of address required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, November 21st (next week)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
85 Wayne Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 898-2350
https://www.stmatthewsjc.net/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Sharing Place Food Pantry
48 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.28 mi
Info
A community-based nonprofit program of The Sharing Place, Inc. focused on reducing food insecurity among individuals and families in the greater Hudson County area.
Requirements
ID required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Sat, November 21st (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, December 19th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, January 16th (in 2 months)
Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
440 Hoboken Ave
Behind St. Paul's Lutheran Church / back parking lot
Jersey City, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 963-5518
https://www.thesharingplacenj.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Hudson 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 Hudson 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 Hudson that’s open today: HCCC Food Pantry (JSQ), Food Not Bombs JC
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Hudson for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Hudson for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Hudson, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.