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 Academy Heights.

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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Academy Heights for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Academy Heights for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Academy Heights, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
The Food Pantry at Our Lady of Sorrows
5 reviews
Claimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.09 mi
Info
Serves residents of Maplewood or South Orange. Clients are advised to bring a document showing their home address. To avoid long lines and get registered more easily, clients are encouraged to arrive after 8:30 AM.
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
This Saturday
8:00 am–10:00 am
Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)
8:00 am–10:00 am
Sat, October 24th (next month)
8:00 am–10:00 am
8:00 am–10:00 am
every month on the 2nd Saturday
8:00 am–10:00 am
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
217 Prospect Street
South Orange, NJ 07079
directions
Contact
(973) 370-0458
https://olschurch.com/foodpantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church Women United Food Pantry
47 reviews
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
Info
A faith-based community food-assistance program operated by Church Women United in partnership with MEND to help address local food insecurity.
Requirements
Referral required
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Wednesday
11:00 am–3:00 pm
Wed, September 30th (next week)
11:00 am–3:00 pm
Wed, October 7th (in 2 weeks)
11:00 am–3:00 pm
Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
11:00 am–3:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
1240 Clinton Avenue
Irvington, NJ 07111
directions
Contact
(973) 373-5930
https://mendnj.org/event/church-women-united/
Community fridge
Newark School of Data Science and Information Technology
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
This community fridge is located at the Newark School of Data Science & Information Technology and is available for students and staff only.
Requirements
Students & staff only
Schedule
Tomorrow
Community fridge: 8:30 am–3:00 pm
This Wednesday
Community fridge: 8:30 am–3:00 pm
This Thursday
Community fridge: 8:30 am–3:00 pm
Community fridge: 8:30 am–3:00 pm
every day
Location
746 Sanford Avenue
Lower Vailsburg, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(973) 350-5088
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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 Academy Heights.
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)
United Community Corporation
2 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.19 mi
Info
This program serves Maplewood and South Orange school district students. It is a 'sit-and-eat' program, not a grab-and-go service, in accordance with NJ Department of Agriculture requirements. An application is required for each child.
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
Proof of household income required
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
This Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
Proof of household income required
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Monday
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
129 Boyden Avenue
Maplewood, NJ 07040
directions
Contact
(973) 762-8120
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Food pantry (groceries)
Reveal to Heal
11 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.81 mi
Info
Reveal to Heal is a nonprofit organization focused on helping people and communities heal from personal trauma, break cycles of abuse, and live their fullest potential. Through a wide array of services, we help people and communities heal from personal trauma, break the cycles of abuse, and live their fullest potential.
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Sat, October 3rd (next week)
9:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat, October 17th (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat, November 7th (in 2 months)
9:00 am–1:00 pm
9:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 1st Saturday
9:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2115 Millburn Ave
Maplewood, NJ 07040
directions
Contact
(862) 371-4463
https://www.revealtohealconsultingfamilies.org/community-outreach
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Food pantry (groceries)
Blinded Veterans Association
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.42 mi
Info
A volunteer-run food pantry program organized by the Blinded Veterans Association of New Jersey, led by Bill Graves and an all-volunteer team.
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
10:00 am–1:00 pm @ East Orange VA Medical Center
Mon, October 26th (next month)
10:00 am–1:00 pm @ East Orange VA Medical Center
Mon, November 23rd (in 2 months)
10:00 am–1:00 pm @ East Orange VA Medical Center
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 4th Monday
Location
385 Tremont Ave
Building 18, Room 182
East Orange, NJ 07018
directions
Contact
(201) 532-6384
https://bva.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges
16 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.88 mi
Info
Volunteer‑powered supplemental food pantry serving Orange, East Orange, and West Orange residents with dignity and respect. It offers weekly grocery distributions that include fresh produce, diapers, toiletries, menstrual care products, and other essentials. Clients also receive access to additional resources such as SNAP, WIC, and health‑insurance assistance, as well as periodic health screenings and nutrition education.
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
This Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, September 30th (next week)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, October 14th (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 5th Wednesday
Location
357 South Jefferson Street
City of Orange, NJ 07050
directions
Contact
(973) 856-4000
https://www.orangesfoodpantry.org
Food pantry (groceries)
S.D.A. Church of the Oranges
42 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.95 mi
Requirements
Proof of address required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
This Thursday
2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thu, October 1st (next week)
2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thu, October 8th (in 2 weeks)
2:00 pm–6:00 pm
2:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
308 Reynolds Terrace
City of Orange, NJ 07050
directions
Contact
(973) 678-1951
https://cotosda.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ebenezer Christian & Missionary Alliance Church
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.21 mi
Info
A church-affiliated community food pantry providing food assistance.
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, October 24th (next month)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1152 South Orange Avenue
Upper Vailsburg, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(973) 373-9205
http://www.ebenezercma.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. Joseph Catholic Church (Lynne & Don B. Food Pantry)
12 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
Requirements
ID required
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Sat, October 17th (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–11:00 am
Sat, November 21st (in 2 months)
10:00 am–11:00 am
Sat, December 19th (in 3 months)
10:00 am–11:00 am
10:00 am–11:00 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
245 Hilton Avenue
Maplewood, 07040
directions
Contact
(908) 656-1436
https://mendnj.org/pantry-updates/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Academy Heights for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Academy Heights for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Academy Heights, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.