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 Bay Side.

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 Bay Side 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 Bay Side 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 Bay Side that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/st-francis-community-center-food-pantry">St Francis Community Center Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/st-francis-community-center">St. Francis Community Center</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/lutheran-church-of-the-holy-spirit">Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit </a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/ocean-community-church-food-pantry-1">Ocean Community Church Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/st-mary-s-pantry">St. Mary's Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bay Side 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)
Fulfill NJ Mobile pantry @ Stafford by the Bay
0 reviews
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2.34 mi
Info
Distribution dates may vary during holidays, so please call Fulfill at 732-918-2600 to confirm distribution.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Fri, November 21st (next week)
  11:30 am–12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Fri, December 19th (next month)
  11:30 am–12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Fri, January 16th (in 2 months)
  11:30 am–12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 11:30 am–12:15 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
312 East Bay Avenue
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
directions
Contact
(609) 489-0809
https://fulfillnj.org/get-help/mobile-pantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ken's Kitchen
0 reviews
Unclaimed
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3.26 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
  Open to all
- Thu, November 20th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
  Open to all
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  Hot meal is available
  Open to all
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
100 Bishop Lane
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
directions
Contact
(609) 660-9386
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Food pantry (groceries)
Fulfill NJ Mobile pantry @ Cedar Run
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.05 mi
Info
Distribution dates may vary during holidays, so please call Fulfill at 732-918-2600 to confirm distribution.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Fri, November 21st (next week)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, December 19th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, January 16th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
240 South Main Street
West Creek, NJ 08092
directions
Contact
(732) 918-2600
https://fulfillnj.org/get-help/mobile-pantry/
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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 Bay Side.
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!
Unfortunately, we’re not confident about the information below.
We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries)
St Francis Community Center Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.03 mi
Info
Southern Ocean County
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
4700 Long Beach Boulevard
North Beach Haven, NJ 08008
directions
Contact
(609) 494-8861
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Francis Community Center
0 reviews
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2.99 mi
Info
Southern Ocean County
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and pad service
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
4700 Long Beach Boulevard
North Beach Haven, NJ 08008
directions
Contact
(609) 491-8861
http://stfranciscenterlbi.org/family-support/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Cedar Run Assembly of God
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

3.02 mi
Info
Will be required to register with fullfill network prior receiving any services. This can be done on site.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Tue, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Tue, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
562 South Main Street
West Creek, NJ 08092
directions
Contact
(609) 597-3225
https://www.cedarrunchurch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.16 mi
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
333 North Main Street
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
directions
Contact
(609) 597-2696
https://fulfillnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Ocean-County-Pantries-S.-Kitchens-7.14.20.pdf
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ocean Community Church Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

5.92 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, November 19th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
1492 New Jersey 72
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
directions
Contact
(609) 597-5151
https://oceanchurch.squarespace.com/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Mary's Pantry
3 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

5.9 mi
Info
Serves Barnegat, Waretown and Stafford.

Must call to cancel appointment if needed.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–10:30 am
- 9:00 am–10:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
747 W. Bay Ave.
Barnegat, New Jersey 08005
directions
Contact
(609) 698-5531
stmarybarnegat.com
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Food pantry (groceries)
Main Street Alliance Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.98 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
1000 North Main Street
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
directions
Contact
(609) 597-7177
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Bay Side 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 Bay Side 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 Bay Side that’s open today: St Francis Community Center Food Pantry, St. Francis Community Center, Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit , Ocean Community Church Food Pantry, St. Mary's Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bay Side for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.