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 Preakness.

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 Preakness 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 Preakness 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 Preakness that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/eva-s-kitchen">Eva's Kitchen</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Preakness 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)
Calvary Temple - Compassion Int.
15 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.13 mi
Info
You have to choose a day to go in as you cant go in twice a week

Once in the parking lot and go to the white building which is located towards the back of the calvary learning center.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Next Wednesday
  7:00 pm–8:30 pm
- Sun, November 9th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- 7:00 pm–8:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
1111 Preakness Ave
Wayne, NJ 07470
directions
Contact
(973) 694-2938
http://calvarynj.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Hope Comm Ministries
8 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.87 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Sat, November 8th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, November 22nd (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 13th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
331 North 11th Street
Prospect Park, NJ 07508
directions
Contact
(973) 942-4059
http://www.newhopecmnj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
WAFAA - Women and Family Ascending Association
0 reviews
Claimed
no ratings yet

1.53 mi
Info
This location helps women and kids who have faced different struggles including GBV and are inclined to keep yours and their information confidential. Please be sure to call in advance for an appointment. Address & pickup hours will be provided when you make your appointment.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Call and leave voicemail to book appointment. Office will call back to discuss.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
PO Box 3204
Wayne, NJ 07470
directions
Contact
(973) 766-2406
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 Preakness.
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)
NORTHSIDE FOOD PANTRY C/O WYC
20 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.9 mi
Info
PARTNERING WITH NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY CRC WE STORE, PACK, AND DELIVER FOOD TO HELP FEED THE HUNGRY IN NORTH PATERSON, NJ
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, November 8th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, November 22nd (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 13th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
90 Jefferson Street
Paterson, NJ 07522
directions
Contact
(201) 891-1782
https://www.wyckoffreformed.org/northside-food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Cumac MFP - Wayne Community Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.43 mi
Info
Get registered to receive food here https://forms.gle/iEFqPnzdeYBefP7B9
- Requirements
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tue, November 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 9th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, January 13th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
Location
1 Pike Drive
Preakness, NJ 07470
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/mobile-pantry
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-.
24 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.92 mi
Info
Diapers, other baby items and personal hygiene items may be available, but you will need to call and schedule an appointment with a social worker first (973) 881-8307.

Food bag distribution day might change, call in advance. Summer meal prograam/ Paul Rebecca 9738818307 06/23/2025 08/29/2025 M,T,W,TH,F 8:15 a.m.-8:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m. all children under 18, No requirements
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Spanish Available
  Help with social services/public benefits
  Arabic Available
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  Breakfast
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- Other material needs: 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
59 Mill Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 881-8307
https://oasisnj.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Eva's Kitchen
7 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.18 mi
Info
All children must be accompanied by adults .

On christmas day only the 12 oclock lunch will be served
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–12:30 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–12:30 pm
  Lunch
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- 12:00 pm–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- 8:30 am–9:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
393 Main Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 523-6220
https://www.evasvillage.org/evas-community-kitchen.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Cumac Mobile Pantry - Greater Bergen Community Action, Inc
3 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.25 mi
Info
Get registered to receive food here https://forms.gle/iEFqPnzdeYBefP7B9
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Registration on website required
- Wed, December 3rd (next month)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Registration on website required
- Wed, January 7th (in 2 months)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Registration on website required
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
Location
265 Totowa Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07502
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/mobile-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Little Falls Methodist Church
11 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

3.29 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Friday
Location
139 Main St
Little Falls, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 256-0993
https://www.littlefallsumc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
YMCA of Paterson
9 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.2 mi
Info
Biweekly food and diapers distribution at the YMCA of Patterson parking lot. We are also renting out vendors spots for businesses, food trucks, farmers, crafters, and nonprofits to raise money for our food program. contact SammyAziz@YMCAofPaterson.org or 973-684-2320 ext. 50
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, November 12th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm
- Wed, December 10th (next month)
  12:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 24th (next month)
  12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
128 Ward Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
directions
Contact
(973) 684-2320
Ymcaofpaterson.org
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Preakness 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 Preakness 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 Preakness that’s open today: Eva's Kitchen
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Preakness for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.