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/calvary-temple-compassion-int">Calvary Temple - Compassion Int.</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/cumac">CUMAC</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.
14 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
- Today
  7:00 pm–8:30 pm
- Next Sunday
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Wed, September 24th (next week)
  7:00 pm–8:30 pm
- 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)
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
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
- Tue, October 14th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tue, November 11th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 9th (in 3 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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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)
CUMAC MFP - Totowa Public Library Parking Lot
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.92 mi
Info
Get registered to receive food here https://forms.gle/iEFqPnzdeYBefP7B9
- Requirements
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, October 21st (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 am
- Tue, November 18th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 am
- Tue, December 16th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 am
- 10:00 am–12:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
537 Totowa Road
Totowa, NJ 07512
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/mobile-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
CUMAC MFP - Haledon Municipal Building
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.35 mi
Info
Get registered to receive food here https://forms.gle/iEFqPnzdeYBefP7B9
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, October 22nd (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, November 26th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
510 Belmont Avenue
Haledon, NJ 07508
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/mobile-pantry
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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
- Wed, October 1st (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Registration on website required
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 months)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Registration on website required
- Wed, December 3rd (in 3 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)
New Hope Comm Ministries
7 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, September 27th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, October 11th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, October 25th (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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-.
22 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
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Friday
  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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Food pantry (groceries)
NORTHSIDE FOOD PANTRY C/O WYC
17 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, September 27th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, October 11th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, October 25th (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
42 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

3.26 mi
Info
The client has to come any day Monday - Friday, between the hours of 9:30 am - 2:30 pm with their identification and proof of address to be able to schedule an appointment. Only serves Passaic county.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Registration required on site
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Open now!
  9:30 am–3:00 pm
- Today
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–3:00 pm
- 9:30 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
223 Ellison Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/
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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: Calvary Temple - Compassion Int., CUMAC
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.