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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic County that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckyv2xxu2976263kwa8frlj7j4">St. Paul's Community Development Corporation</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckxz77tui001504z6bmyh3olv">Father English Community Center</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyv2rbtj975283kwaye7k0tad">Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-.</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyenuvxg000b04vt2ap94oxm">Salvation Army - Paterson</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyu129l4491483hvsj4z48qoa">CUMAC</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyenuvxh000e04vt94ii8oxb">St. Luke's CDC Christhouse</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Passaic 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.

Free Food in Passaic County - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In Passaic CountyLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul's Community Development Corporation
12 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
451 Van Houten Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 278-7900
https://stpaulscdcnj.org/program.php?name=pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Father English Community Center
30 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
35 Getty Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07503
directions
Contact
(973) 279-7100
https://ccpaterson.org/frenglish
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-.
26 minutes
average wait time

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.
- Requirements
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Spanish Available
  Help with social services/public benefits
  Arabic Available
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  Breakfast
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  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/
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 Passaic 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 - Paterson
7 minutes
average wait time

Info
We serve individuals and families in need residing in Bellair, Elmwood Park, Mountain View, North Haledon, , Prospect Park, and West Paterson. (additional)
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–3:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
541 West Broadway #545
Paterson, NJ 07522
directions
Contact
(973) 790-4817
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/paterson/
Food pantry (groceries)
CUMAC
22 minutes
average wait time

Info
Need to go in-person with documents during hours below to get appointment.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Appointments required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Next Monday
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
223 Ellison Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Cathedral Nuevos Comienzos (Church of New Beginnings)
18 minutes
average wait time

Info
Hours may vary
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, May 25th (next month)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, June 29th (in 2 months)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 4:00 pm–
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
15 Grove Street
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 472-3498
Food pantry (groceries)
Mt Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church foodpantry by united passaic
22 minutes
average wait time

Info
https://unitedpassaic.com/services/
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Social Security Card Required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
  Emergency Food Voucher Program only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
163 Autumn Street
Passaic, NJ 07055
directions
Contact
(973) 472-2478
http://www.upassaic.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Faith in Action Comm. Dev. Corp.
52 minutes
average wait time
Info
Food distribution starts at 12 while registration starts at 11am and numbers are given out.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, May 21st (in 4 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, June 18th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, July 16th (in 3 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
833 Madison Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(570) 994-3075
Food pantry (groceries)
The First Seventh Day Adv. Church
1 hour 9 minutes
average wait time

Info
The requirement is that a person should have an ID and they will need to complete a short form to be registered into the system.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, May 15th (in 3 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, June 5th (in 2 months)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
343 11th Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07514
directions
Contact
(973) 279-6256
http://www.patersonsda.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Luke's CDC Christhouse
1 hour 9 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  Distribution in parking lot
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, May 2nd (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Tuesday
Location
269 Fair Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 345-5300
http://www.stlukecdc.org/christhouse.html
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic County that’s open today: St. Paul's Community Development Corporation, Father English Community Center, Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-., Salvation Army - Paterson, CUMAC, St. Luke's CDC Christhouse
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Passaic County for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.