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: St. Anthony of Padua Food Pantry

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)
First Presbyterian Church of Woodbridge
18 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

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, January 5th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, January 12th (in 4 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, February 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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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Anthony of Padua Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

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
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 21st (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 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)
“ELIJAH’S BREAD” FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH
4 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

Info
Nonperishable food is available to residents of Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, and Carteret.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sun, December 28th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sun, January 4th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
121 East Prospect Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 636-7727
http://www.yourfamilychurch.com/
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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)
AGAPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER
16 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Drive-up Food Pantry
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 17th (next month)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 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)
Calvary Baptist Church
23 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
The food pantry is on the last saturday of every other month with the next one being on June 28th.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 27th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 31st (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, February 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)
CHASI MFP - Woodrow Road
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 24th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, January 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, February 25th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
1075 Woodrow Rd
Staten Island, NY 10312
directions
Contact
(718) 873-6270
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
Info
, First & Second Monday every month 9:00am to 11:00am
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Mon, January 5th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, January 12th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, February 2nd (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Monday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Monday
Location
600 Rahway Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1024
https://www.fpcwoodbridgenj.org/community-outreach.php
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, December 30th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, January 27th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, February 24th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
621 East Woodbridge Avenue
Avenel, NJ 07001
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1631
https://avenelpresbyterianchurch.org/foodpantry.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church of Avenel
8 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

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, December 30th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, January 27th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, February 24th (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)
Heaven's Helpers Food Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

Info
Contactless drive-thru. Line up on James St—have trunk empty to receive food.

Foods, paper goods available upon request. Recipients are limited to once a month and must complete a registration form with proper identification. All recipients must provide a photo ID with their current address listed on it. Donations of all foods are accepted. Frozen foods, fresh fruit & vegetables, dairy goods and meats can be accepted with a few hours’ notice. We have freezers, and storage facilities available.

If you misss distribution on the first Thursday of the month call Delores to set up an appointment (732-501-7972)
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  A photo ID is required
  Supplemental governmental help proof is required (Disability, WIC, or Social Security)
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  12:30 pm–5:30 pm
  If not available on the first Thursday, call in advance to set up an appointment for another day.
- Thu, February 5th (in 2 months)
  12:30 pm–5:30 pm
  If not available on the first Thursday, call in advance to set up an appointment for another day.
- Thu, March 5th (in 3 months)
  12:30 pm–5:30 pm
  If not available on the first Thursday, call in advance to set up an appointment for another day.
- 12:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Thursday
Location
393 Pearl Street
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 501-7972
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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?
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: St. Anthony of Padua Food Pantry
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.