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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Southern New Jersey to see if any are 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 in Southern New Jersey.

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.

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Food pantry (groceries)
New Hope Church of God
18 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

Info
Arrive before 8am
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 6th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, December 20th (next month)
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, January 3rd (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/
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SNAP/EBT
Lakewood Resource and Referral Center
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Families need to complete the 2024-25 school meal & summer EBT application to receive summer benefits ($120 per eligible child)- name spelling, address, etc. all need to be up to date and accurate! Summer EBT Outreach Toolkit" https://hungerfreenj.org/summer-ebt-2024/ 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
- Tomorrow
  9:15 am–12:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:15 am–12:00 pm
- 9:15 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 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/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Arm In Arm
36 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
Requires to call and leave a message with your full name, full address and best phone number to reach. Arm in Arm serves clients through pick-up at our multiple pantry locations in Trenton and Princeton, including our mobile pantries services throughout Trenton. We also offer home delivery services to select locations and to community members who are home-bound or immuno-compromised. Please contact Alana Moonsammy at alanam@arminarm.org for an inquiry about home food deliveries.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:30 am
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:30 am
- Mon, December 1st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am
- 9:30 am
  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
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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 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)
El Centro Hispanoamericano
29 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
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
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Low cost/free immigration legal services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 9th (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/
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Food pantry (groceries), Other, Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Plainfield Corps
30 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
Thursday is a diaper distribution only
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and feminine hygiene products may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Other: 9:30 am–11:30 am
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Closed on the last week of the month
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Closed on the last week of the month
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
- Other: 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
615 Watchung Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 756-2595
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/plainfield/our-programs/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Greater Refuge Church of Christ
25 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

Info
Tickets are handed out at 11;30 am
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tue, December 9th (in 3 weeks)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Tue, December 23rd (next month)
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
600 Grant Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 561-8255
http://greaterrefuge.church/FoodPantry.aspx
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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 29th (next week)
  7:00 am–8:30 am
- Sat, December 6th (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
29 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am
  No requirements
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Fri, November 28th (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
  Registration required on site
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- 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)
Plainfield Action Services
14 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Only Plainfield residents, proof of income required depends on case by case situation
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Priority given to seniors & disabled persons
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  Need to call every Monday and Wednesday to register and book and appointment.
  Food will be claimed based on arranged time on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
  Photo ID – Primary Participant (Green Card or Passport)
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (next week)
  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
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, Perth Amboy
20 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 29th (next week)
  9:45 am–12:45 pm
- Sat, December 6th (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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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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Southern New Jersey to see if any are 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 in Southern New Jersey.
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.