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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Ironbound Community Center

    35 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.99 mi


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:00 am

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am

    • Fri, April 10th (next week)

      11:00 am

    • 11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Friday

    Map of Ironbound Community Center

    Location

    432 Lafayette Street

    North Ironbound, NJ 07105

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 465-0555

    https://ironboundcc.org/seniors/

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    Community fridge

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Fridge refilled between 10am-2pm. Pamper available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm: Birth certificate required

    • Offerings

      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    Contact

    (973) 642-0181

    https://uccnewark.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    36 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.17 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, April 11th (next week)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Oak Island Junction.

  7. 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!

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.92 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–11:00 am

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–11:00 am

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.4 mi


    Info

    Starting this week, they are open every Monday at 5 PM and it’s first come, first served. , they prioritize giving to church members first before assisting those outside the church since the supply is limited

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      5:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Mon, April 13th (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Mon, April 20th (in 3 weeks)

      5:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 5:00 pm

      every week on Monday

    Contact

    (973) 344-8322
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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.16 mi


    Info

    call for information 973-744-8103 ext. 246 Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • 11:30 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Contact

    (973) 744-8103

    https://fhecessex.org/events/

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    Community fridge

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet


    Info

    This is a community Fridge open to the community when the school is open

    • Requirements

      • Students & staff only

    Schedule

    • Today

      7:45 am–8:45 am

    • Next Monday

      7:45 am–8:45 am

    • Next Tuesday

      7:45 am–8:45 am

    • 7:45 am–8:45 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Contact

    (973) 733-7170
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.03 mi


    Info

    Must call 201-243-6239 to make an appointment before 1st and 3rd Saturday


    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, May 2nd (in 4 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 1st Saturday

    Contact

    (201) 243-6239

    https://hungerfreeuic.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.52 mi


    Info

    Apply on website, fill the form @ https://newarknj-newark-shutdown-assistance-application.form.transform.civicplus.com/59077 Newark Shutdown Assistance Application(SNAP Recipients Only) November 1 - November 30, 2025 Subject to fund availability Complete the application below to be considered for emergency benefits provided for SNAP recipients by the City of Newark, during the government shutdown. At the end of the application you will be asked to click a link to upload your supporting documents. Please note that this program does not provide cash allowances, and is not for food assistance. The purpose and use of these benefits is explained in our 'About', ' Learn More', and FAQs pages. Any applicants who do not provide sufficient supporting documents, or who's circumstances are not covered by this program, will be denied. We will only accept one application per recipient. For questions regarding this application please fill out the support request form

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      3:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      3:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–8:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday

    • 12:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.95 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, April 11th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Contact

    (201) 449-5070
  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Oak Island Junction 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Oak Island Junction do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. 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 Oak Island Junction that’s open today: Ironbound Community Center, United Community Corporation, Newark Emergency Services for Families, Cafe in Independence Park, East Side High School

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Oak Island Junction 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.

  23. 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 Oak Island Junction, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.