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.

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 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 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 that’s open today: S.D.A. Church of the Oranges

Where are you located?

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

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

0.09 mi
Info
Serves Essex County
- Requirements
  Bring referral Letter and/or Income or Assistance Letter
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
  Serves New Jersey residents
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 24th (next week)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Sat, February 14th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Sat, February 28th (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) 220-8495
https://olschurch.com/calendar/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Reveal to Heal
8 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.81 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, February 7th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (next month)
  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
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Food pantry (groceries)
Redeemed Christians Church of God - Overcomers Chapel
29 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.53 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, January 24th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, January 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
119 Stuyvesant Ave.
Newark, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(973) 371-0070
http://rccgovercomers.org/
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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.
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)
Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges
9 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.88 mi
Info
The Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges (IFPO) is not accepting new clients at this time, and we do not know when we can start doing so. In the meantime, you are welcome to come for assistance and we can provide you with a set of non-perishable groceries. Unfortunately, you will not be able to get fresh produce and diapers. The IFPO is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon, except the first Wednesday of each month, when we are closed.
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 28th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 11th (in 4 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)
Oheb Shalom Congregation
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.49 mi
Info
You can find their schedule at: https://www.ohebshalom.org/event/bobrow-kosher-food-pantry-.html
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Kosher food available
Schedule
- Sun, February 8th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, February 11th (in 4 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Sun, March 8th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
Location
170 Scotland Rd
South Orange, NJ 07079
directions
Contact
(973) 762-7067
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ebenezer Christian & Missionary Alliance Church
11 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.21 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 24th (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 14th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 28th (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)
10 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
  Drive-up Food Pantry
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, February 21st (next month)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, March 21st (in 2 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/
Food pantry (groceries)
Love of Jesus Ministries
12 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.77 mi
Info
Closed on Good Friday and Black Saturday but will be distributing food on Mar 31st, 2023.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (next month)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 21st (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
448 Highland Avenue
City of Orange, NJ 07050
directions
Contact
(973) 676-4200
http://www.theloveofjesus.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church Women United Food Pantry
39 reviews
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
Info
Zip codes served: 07111, 07801
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, January 28th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, February 11th (in 4 weeks)
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
1240 Clinton Avenue
Irvington, NJ 07111
directions
Contact
(973) 373-5930
https://www.firstccirv.com/
Food pantry (groceries)
S.D.A. Church of the Oranges
29 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
  Diapers and pad service
  Clothing upon availability
- Info
  ID preferred, but not required
Schedule
- Today
  2:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Thu, January 22nd (next week)
  2:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Thu, January 29th (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/
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 that’s open today: S.D.A. Church of the Oranges
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.