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 Southern New Jersey.

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 Southern New Jersey 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 Southern New Jersey 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 Southern New Jersey that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckytn2az3170733hvspgnyxcs9">Plainfield Action Services</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckxz77tx4008u04z67in4eim8">Lakewood Resource and Referral Center</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Southern New Jersey 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 Southern New Jersey - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In Southern New JerseyLemontree 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)
Bianca F.L.O.W.E.R.S., INC. Food Pantry
44 minutes
average wait time

Info
Serves New Jersey residents.
- Requirements
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tue, May 14th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, May 21st (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, May 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
145 Park Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 507-4118
https://www.bflowersinc2021.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Hope Church of God
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
Arrive before 8am
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, June 1st (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
400 Hamilton Avenue
Greenwood & Hamilton, NJ 08609
directions
Contact
(609) 393-3293
http://newhopecog.com/
Food pantry (groceries)
Arm In Arm
46 minutes
average wait time

Info
Requires to call and leave a message with your full name, full address and best phone number to reach.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Mon, May 6th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
Location
48 Hudson Street
Greenwood & Hamilton, NJ 08609
directions
Contact
(609) 396-9355
https://arminarm.org/ 2020/03/10/coronavirus-service-changes
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 Southern New Jersey.
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)
Greater Refuge Church of Christ
54 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, May 14th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tue, May 28th (next month)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tue, June 11th (in 2 months)
  2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
600 Grant Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 561-8255
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Plainfield Corps
56 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Closed on the last week of the month
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am
  Closed on the last week of the month
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am
  Closed on the last week of the month
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Monday, Thursday
Location
615 Watchung Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 756-2595
https://www.facebook.com/NJSAPlainfield
Food pantry (groceries)
El Centro Hispanoamericano
1 hour 1 minute
average wait time

Info
We are located in the United Presbyterian Church of Plainfield. Our entrance is at the rear of the church, just off the parking lot. Look for our sign at the top of the ramp leading to our entrance. Advised to come earlier than 10 am to the food pantry because distribution starts at 10
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Low cost/free immigration legal services
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, May 14th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
525 East Front Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 753-8730
https://elcentronj.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Joseph’s Church in North Plainfield- Parish Center
35 minutes
average wait time

Info
the entrance is from manning ave side. distribute 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–8:00 am
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  7:00 am–8:00 am
- Sat, May 11th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am–8:00 am
- 7:00 am–8:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
99 Westervelt Avenue
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 756-3383
https://sjnp.org/society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul/
Food pantry (groceries)
Plainfield Action Services
27 minutes
average wait time

Info
Only Plainfield residents, proof of income required depends on case by case situation
- Requirements
  Need to call every Monday and Wednesday to register and book and appointment.
  Proof of address required
  Photo ID – Primary Participant (Green Card or Passport)
  Priority given to seniors & disabled persons
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  Food will be claimed based on arranged time on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
510 Watchung Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 753-3519
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, Perth Amboy
44 minutes
average wait time
Info
Serves Perth Amboy residents
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, May 11th (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
SNAP/EBT
Lakewood Resource and Referral Center
30 minutes
average wait time

Info
Our main phone number is 732-942-9292 Our phone case workers are available by appointment only. Appointments are scheduled and canceled through our automated system. To schedule a time to speak with a case worker over the phone about any program-related questions, please call our automated scheduler at (732) 523-1789.
Schedule
- Open now!
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:15 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:15 am–12:00 pm
- 9:15 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
- 1:30 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
212 Second St
Ste 204
Lakewood, NJ 08701
directions
Contact
(732) 942-9292
https://www.lrrcenter.org/public/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Southern New Jersey 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 Southern New Jersey 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 Southern New Jersey that’s open today: Plainfield Action Services, Lakewood Resource and Referral Center
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Southern New Jersey for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.