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 Bergen.

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 Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bergen 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)
The Sharing Place Food Pantry
21 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.55 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours. Serves Hudson County.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 20th (next month)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 17th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
440 Hoboken Avenue
Back parking lot
Journal Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 963-5518
https://www.thesharingplacenj.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Let's Celebrate
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
Food pantry registration can be done on their location every Monday and Wednesday. Must provide ID and proof of income of every household member, and a proof of residence (example: utility bill).
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
  ID required for all members of the household
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  Lunch
- This Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
46 Fairview Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 433-5438
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - Jersey City
6 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.77 mi
Info
They may ask for social security card, but it is not required

Serves Jersey City residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Social Security Card Required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Thursday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Offers after school program
- Thu, November 20th (next week)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Offers after school program
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Offers after school program
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
562 Bergen Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 435-7355
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/jersey-city/
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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 Bergen.
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)
Old Bergen Church
6 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 6 minutes
average wait time

0.19 mi
Info
Some of the referral agencies in Jersey City include: Let's Celebrate, Horizon Health Center , Health and Human Services, Jersey City Episcopal Community Development, C-Line Community Outreach Center (Community Builders) , and Urban League.

November and December, when distribution is one week before Thanksgiving or Christmas.
- Requirements
  Referral required
  Social Security Card Required
  Number of household members
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Sat, November 29th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, December 27th (next month)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, January 31st (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
1 Highland Avenue
McGinley Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(210) 433-1815
http://www.oldbergenchurch.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Five Corner Sharing Place
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.54 mi
Info
Please bring ID and any documentation showing enrolled programs (such as SNAP, SSDI, SSI, etc.) NO ONE IS TURNED AWAY (as long as we have food).
- Requirements
  ID required
  Bring referral Letter and/or Income or Assistance Letter
  Come early, line starts at 6am
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 20th (next month)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 17th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
440 Hoboken Avenue
Journal Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
(201) 963-5518
https://www.thesharingplacenj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
THE GEORGE PITCHFORD FOOD PANTRY
15 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.14 mi
Info
Church is at 492 Bramhall Ave Jersey City, NJ 07304 but the food distribution is at 509 Bramhall Ave Jersey City, New Jersey

Summer meal program cordinator: Mary Gurczeski 2015475162 From: 07/08/2025 till: 08/08/2025
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 20th (next month)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 17th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
509 Bramhall Avenue
Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 370-0725
https://ampleharvest.org/food-pantries/the-george-pitchford-food-pantry-9089/#donation-times
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Food pantry (groceries)
AngelaCARES
34 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.25 mi
Info
Check their Facebook account prior to going; to know where their distribution will be because it is not always held at 512 Ocean Avenue.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Other services: referral
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
  Diapers available (must have child with you)
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Diapers offered once a month, after applying.
  Clothing available during Thursdays
Schedule
- Fri, November 21st (next week)
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- November 28th is Friday is the day after Thanksgiving
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Fri, November 28th (in 2 weeks)
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- Fri, December 19th (next month)
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- December 26th is Day after Christmas
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Fri, December 26th (next month)
  12:30 pm–5:00 pm
- 12:30 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- 12:30 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
512 Ocean Ave
Jersey City , NJ 07305
directions
Contact
(201) 706-2884
https://www.angelacares.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church
28 reviews
Unclaimed
38 minutes
average wait time

1.22 mi
Info
There is often a long line waiting to receive food. Come early if you can.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am
- Sat, November 22nd (next week)
  9:00 am
- Sat, November 29th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 9:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
85 Wayne Street
Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 898-2350
https://www.stmatthewsjc.net/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Zion Cares Community Development Corp.
37 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.11 mi
Info
The exact location of food pantry is at the Parish Hall, not in the church. 521 Bramhall Avenue. Lower Level
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Recommended to arrive before 10am; people begin lining up at 7am
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
  Diapers and pad service
Schedule
- This Thursday
  8:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, November 20th (next week)
  8:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 8:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
521 Bramhall Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
directions
Contact
(201) 898-0851
https://www.zioncaresjc.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
JSQ Path Plaza
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.26 mi
Info
Healthieric FOR ANYONE ON SNAP, JERSEY CITY IS OFFERING FREE PACKAGED MEALS UP TO 4 MEALS FOR FAMILY OF 4 FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE SPECIAL SNAP MEAL WED. 11-12-25 3:30PM-5:30PM Look for Ruby, the HHS bus
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  3:30 pm–5:30 pm
Location
1 Path Plaza
Journal Square, NJ 07306
directions
Contact
https://www.jerseycitynj.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageId=21049991
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Bergen for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.