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 New Brunswick.

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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/new-brunswick-seventh-day-adventist-church">New Brunswick Seventh Day Adventist 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 New Brunswick 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)
Ebenezer Baptist Church Food Pantry
24 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.15 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- This Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- Thu, November 13th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- Thu, November 20th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
126 Lee Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 247-2459
https://ebenezeronline126.wixsite.com/mysite-1/soup-kitchen
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Brunswick Seventh Day Adventist Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.34 mi
Info
Food, prayer, counseling, and clothing available to New Brunswick residents. Appointment recommended for services other than food. Valid photo ID and proof of address are required.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Serves New Jersey residents
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:30 am
- Sun, November 16th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am
- Sun, November 30th (in 4 weeks)
  9:30 am
- 9:30 am
  every 2 weeks on Sunday
Location
339 Livingston Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(917) 373-9321
https://www.nbsdac.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
SUYDAM STREET REFORMED CHURCH.
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.32 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/SuydamStreetReformedChurch/
- Requirements
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Next Sunday
  7:30 am–8:00 am
- 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Saturday
- 7:30 am–8:00 am
  every week on Sunday
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday
Location
74 Drift Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 249-6803
http://suydamstreetreformedchurch.org/
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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 New Brunswick.
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)
Unity Square/Catholic Charities of Metuchen
27 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- This Friday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  No requirements
- Tue, November 11th (next week)
  CLOSED
  Appointments required
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Friday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
81 Remsen Ave
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 659-1323
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Meal delivery
Meals on Wheels in Greater New Brunswick
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

Info
To apply for meals, please contact Executive Director Shareka Fitz at the Meals on Wheels in Greater New Brunswick Office to make an appointment for an in-home assessment to determine if you qualify for the program. Executive Director: Shareka Fitz (732) 249-3488
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
94 Church Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 249-3488
https://mowgnb.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Sharon Baptist Church
12 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.48 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/SharonBaptistNJ/
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, November 12th (next week)
  10:00 am
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am
- Wed, December 10th (next month)
  10:00 am
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 24th (next month)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
25 Howard Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 846-0669
https://sharonbaptistnj.com
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen
6 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.67 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours. Serves Middlesex County.
- Requirements
  Grab and Go Meals
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
  Soup Kitchen
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
  Soup Kitchen
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
  Soup Kitchen
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
18 Neilson Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-9002
https://elijahspromise.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
North Brunswick Food Bank
17 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

1.14 mi
Info
serves North Brunswick Food pantry distribution is in front of senior center
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Thursday
  6:00 pm–7:30 pm
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tue, November 11th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
15 Linwood Place
North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902
directions
Contact
(732) 247-0922
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - New Brunswick
23 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.24 mi
Info
You can call in at any time between 9am to 4pm mon through fri to make appointments

Have a diaper program as well please feel free to inquire for more information.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- This Tuesday
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Diapers upon availability
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
287 Handy St.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-1477
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/new-brunswick/
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Food pantry (groceries)
SRC FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY
11 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
100 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-1019
https://www.collegeavecommunitychurch.com/WP/5-loaves-food-pantry-cinco-panes-pantry-mercado/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick that’s open today: New Brunswick Seventh Day Adventist Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in New Brunswick for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.