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: AGAPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER

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)
Calvary Baptist Church-Reflections of God the Way Food Pantry
24 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.83 mi
Info
The food pantry is on the last Saturday of every OTHER month. Except for months with major holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas where it is the Saturday before the holiday.

All clients must present a valid picture ID and show proof of address

All clients must register with Plentiful by either of the following methods:

*1. Downloading the Plentiful App from the App Store and signing up

*2. Registering on the website https://app.plentifulapp.com/

*3. Texting the word FOOD to 726879

Please show your QR code by opening up your profile in the Plentiful App to be served.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 31st (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, February 28th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, March 28th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
38 McKinley Ave
Carteret, NJ 07008
directions
Contact
(732) 541-9169
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Joseph's Food Pantry
29 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.16 mi
Info
-Nonperishable, fresh and frozen food items are available to Carteret residents in need. Proof of residency is required.

School supplies may be available during distribution dates for the food pantry. This is although not given
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 24th (next week)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, February 28th (next month)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, March 28th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
55 High St
Carteret, NJ 07008
directions
Contact
(732) 541-8946
https://sjps.net/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church of Woodbridge
19 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.69 mi
Info
Emergency groceries SFPP and T.E.F.A.P. commodities are provided to all residents in need. To receive T.E.F.A.P. food, proof of residency, address, social services information and ID card are required. Proper notification is also required. Food is given to registered adults only. Families are welcome, but food is only distributed to adults.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Mon, February 2nd (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, February 9th (in 4 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, March 2nd (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Monday
Location
600 Rahway Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1024
http://www.fpcwoodbridgenj.org/community-outreach.php
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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)
Trinity Church Food Pantry
33 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.57 mi
Info
The pantry is closed the Thursday before the first Saturday.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, January 29th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, February 5th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
51 Trinity Lane
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 326-2240
www.trinitywoodbridge.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Anthony of Padua Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.66 mi
Info
A registration form must be filled out. You will be required to show ID and a proof of income (driver license, social security card, pay stub). Non-perishable food is available for Port Reading and Sewaren residents.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 18th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, March 18th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
436 Port Reading Avenue
Port Reading, NJ 07064
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1403
https://www.saintanthonypadua.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
RAHWAY COMMUNITY ACTION ORG.
73 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

2.32 mi
Info
Only serve Rahway residents
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, January 28th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, February 4th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
796 East Hazelwood Ave
Rahway, NJ 07065
directions
Contact
(732) 382-9311
https://www.rahwaycao.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church of Avenel
8 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

2.15 mi
Info
Emergency food distribution is available. If it is an emergency you may call the church office for immediate assistance. Food donations and toiletries are accepted.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Supplemental governmental help proof is required (Disability, WIC, or Social Security)
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, January 27th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, February 24th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, March 31st (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
621 E. Woodbridge Ave.
Avenel, NJ 07001
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1631
http://avenelpresbyterianchurch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. James Church Food Bank
18 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.47 mi
Info
Serves woodbridge residents only
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
- 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
174 Grove Street
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 636-4310
https://stjamesonline.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
AGAPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER
16 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

2.52 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Drive-up Food Pantry
Schedule
- Today
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (next month)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 21st (in 2 months)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
501 E. Hazelwood Ave.
Rahway, NJ 07065
directions
Contact
(732) 680-9800
https://agapecenter.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other material needs
Trinity Episcopal Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.58 mi
Info
The entrance to the parking lot is off Trinity Lane, which runs between Rahway Avenue and Port Reading Avenue.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Next Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:45 am–12:30 pm
- Thu, January 29th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:45 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Friday
- Other material needs: 10:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
650 Rahway Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 634-7422
https://www.trinitywoodbridge.org/outreach/
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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: AGAPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER
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.