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 Union 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 Union 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 Union 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 Union County that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckz1am4nt51503mzt2w5ix72d">St. Joseph Social Service Center</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckygtld9d003104wuqrkvl1ct">Iglesia San Jose</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Union 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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Elizabeth Corps
60 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time
Info
To make an appointment call (908) 352-7057
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Tue, July 22nd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Wed, July 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Thu, July 24th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Monday
Location
1005 East Jersey Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 352-7057
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Food pantry (groceries)
Christ Fellowship of Elizabeth
30 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Friday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, July 25th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, August 1st (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1121 Elizabeth Ave.
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 289-6322
https://www.cfofelizabeth.com
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
MT. TEMAN CHURCH
14 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

Info
Requirements Proof of address Union County SSI SNAP
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Proof of household income required
  Number of household members
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, July 24th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, July 26th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am
- Sat, August 23rd (next month)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
160 Madison Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 351-2625
https://mttemaname.org/
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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 Union 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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Joseph Social Service Center
41 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

Info
Serves Elizabeth residents only.. PLEASE DIRECT ALL CALLS TO REGISTER FOR THE FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM OR PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE TO: 908-354-5456
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Open to all
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 am
  Hot meal is available
  Soup Kitchen
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Open to all
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every month on the last Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
118 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 354-5456
https://www.sjeliz.org/food-pantry.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Iglesia San Jose
19 reviews
Unclaimed
40 minutes
average wait time
Info
Should show up at 8am in the morning as the line is really long.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Must be income-eligible
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, July 26th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, August 9th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
38 West End Place
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
directions
Contact
(908) 289-7070
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SNAP/EBT
Union County Division of Social Services
4 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

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/
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
342 Westminster Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 965-2700
https://ucnj.org/dhs/#11
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bianca F.L.O.W.E.R.S., INC. Food Pantry
16 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

Info
Serves New Jersey residents.
- Requirements
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  CLOSED
- Tue, July 22nd (in 2 weeks)
  CLOSED
- Tue, August 12th (next month)
  CLOSED
- Tue, August 19th (next month)
  CLOSED
- 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)
He Hears He Cares Prayer Min Int'l
23 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, July 24th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, July 31st (in 3 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
87 First Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07206
directions
Contact
(908) 409-8002
http://www.hehearshecares.com/Our-Resource-Center
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey
39 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
The food pantry is located behind the big building, in the small building. Clients can visit twice a month.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Monday
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
655 Westfield Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 352-8375
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Food pantry (groceries)
Iglesia Jesucristo Es El Señor
26 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

Info
There is a food distribution on Saturday once a month as well. This always falls the Saturday after 2nd Monday of the month. Call in advance if you have any questions about this distribution.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Tue, July 22nd (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Tue, July 29th (in 3 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
201 Spring Street
#223
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 355-1335
https://www.ijeesi.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Union 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 Union 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 Union County that’s open today: St. Joseph Social Service Center, Iglesia San Jose
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Union County for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.