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 Middlesex County.

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 Middlesex County 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 Middlesex County 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 Middlesex County that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/unity-square-community-center-catholic-charities">Unity Square/Catholic Charities of Metuchen</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/salvation-army-new-brunswick">Salvation Army - New Brunswick</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Middlesex County 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)
Trinity Reform Church
37 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time
Info
The entrance is from Manning Avenue side, in the parking lot behind Trinity Church

Distributes food to first 50 peoples
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  7:00 am–8:30 am
- Sat, November 8th (next week)
  7:00 am–8:30 am
- Sat, November 15th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am–8:30 am
- 7:00 am–8:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
401 Greenbrook Road
North Plainfield, NJ 08812
directions
Contact
(908) 756-3383
https://sjnp.org/society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Unity Square/Catholic Charities of Metuchen
27 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Tue, November 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Fri, November 7th (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  No requirements
- Tue, November 11th (in 2 weeks)
  CLOSED
  Appointments required
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Friday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
81 Remsen Ave
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 659-1323
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, Perth Amboy
19 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
Info
Serves Perth Amboy residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, November 8th (next week)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, November 15th (in 2 weeks)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- 9:45 am–12:45 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
230 New Brunswick Avenue
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 548-4317
https://www.bowlforhunger.com/food-pantry-directory
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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 Middlesex County.
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)
Salvation Army - New Brunswick
22 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
Info
You can call in at any time between 9am to 4pm mon through fri to make appointments

Have a diaper program as well please feel free to inquire for more information.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Today
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Diapers upon availability
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
287 Handy St.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-1477
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/new-brunswick/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ebenezer Baptist Church Food Pantry
24 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- This Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- Thu, November 6th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- Thu, November 13th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
126 Lee Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 247-2459
https://ebenezeronline126.wixsite.com/mysite-1/soup-kitchen
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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, November 29th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 27th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 31st (next quarter)
  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)
RCCG Sanctuary Of Praise NJ
6 reviews
Unclaimed
40 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, November 8th (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, November 15th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 13th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
489-493 Amboy Avenue
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 293-0020
https://www.facebook.com/rccgsopnj/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Joseph's Food Pantry
26 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
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, November 22nd (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 27th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 24th (in 3 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)
Fish, Inc. Dunellen Area
27 reviews
Claimed
20 minutes
average wait time

Info
New clients must call for an appointment 732 356-0081. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
Food Room: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9 a.m.-12 noon and the third Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. (excluding July & August). Limited capacity, arrive early. Clients are limited to once a month service and must show proof of residency in Piscataway, Dunellen, Middlesex, South Plainfield, Edison, Highland Park or Green Brook. Must show proof of need (eg. TANF, SSI, WIC, FOOD STAMPS, MEDICAID, DISABILITY, WELFARE, UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION) or show proof of low household income not in excess of Federal Guidelines. Canned and refrigerated food donations, personal care products and pet food accepted. Fishes & Loaves Cafe: Free, home-cooked dinners for anyone in need the third Friday of each month (excluding July & August). Eat-In the cafe 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. or take-out meals. Held at the former school cafeteria at Our Lady of Fatima RC Church, New Market Road, Piscataway. All are welcome!
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
456 New Market Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(732) 356-0081
https://www.fishdunellenarea.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
SALVATION ARMY PERTH AMBOY
17 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Please check social media for additional food/meal distribution events
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
  Open to all
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
  Registration required
- This Thursday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
  Registration required
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the last Wednesday
Location
433 State St.
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
directions
Contact
(732) 826-7040
https://www.facebook.com/NJSAPerthAmboy/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Middlesex County 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 Middlesex County 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 Middlesex County that’s open today: Unity Square/Catholic Charities of Metuchen, Salvation Army - New Brunswick
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Middlesex County for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.