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 Brookdale.

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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale that’s open today: Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH) , MESH Café, no phone number can be found

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Brookdale 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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries), Other
Human Needs Food Pantry
25 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.85 mi
Info
Human Needs Food Pantry is a community nonprofit dedicated to helping people in need and alleviating local food insecurity. Clients residing in Essex county can receive food once a week, while clients from other New Jersey counties can receive food once a month. The diaper program is available for Essex county residents.
Requirements
You can visit once a week
ID required
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Delivery may be available
Schedule
This Thursday
Other: 8:00 am–12:00 pm
This Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
Next Tuesday
Other: 8:00 am–12:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Other: 8:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
9 Label Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-4669
humanneedsfoodpantry.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Trinity Temple Community Development Center
11 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

1.88 mi
Info
A community development corporation that responds to community members' physical, social, and mental needs.
Requirements
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
This Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm @ Trinity Temple Community Development Center
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Toiletries may be available
Delivery may be available
Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm @ Trinity Temple Community Development Center
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Toiletries may be available
Delivery may be available
Sat, October 24th (next month)
10:00 am–12:00 pm @ Trinity Temple Community Development Center
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Toiletries may be available
Delivery may be available
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
85 Walnut Street
115 Greenwood Ave Entrance
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 771-4078
https://www.trinitytemplecdc.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Nutley Senior Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.59 mi
Info
For information 973-744-8103 ext. 246 Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation
Requirements
Seniors only
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
11:30 am–12:30 pm
This Thursday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
This Friday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
11:30 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
65 Bloomfield Avenue
Nutley, NJ 07110
directions
Contact
(973) 744-8103
https://fhecessex.org/events/
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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 Brookdale.
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)
Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.47 mi
Info
Please always check website for updated schedule: https://toniskitchen.org/get-help/
Requirements
Registration required
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Tomorrow
10:00 am–4:00 pm @ Toni’s Closet
Tomorrow
10:30 am–12:00 pm @ Toni’s Kitchen Choice Pantry
Client choice pantry
Fresh produce
This Thursday
10:00 am–4:00 pm @ Toni’s Closet
10:30 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
every week on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Sunday
10:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
11:30 am–2:00 pm
every week on Sunday
Location
73 South Fullerton Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 932-0768
https://toniskitchen.org/get-help/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green
29 reviews
Claimed
15 minutes
average wait time

2.49 mi
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
9:30 am–11:00 am
This Friday
9:30 am–11:00 am
This Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
9:30 am–11:00 am
every week on Wednesday, Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
147 Broad Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
directions
Contact
(973) 743-1796
http://bpcog.org/
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Park United Methodist Church
10 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.61 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Thu, October 1st (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Thu, October 8th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Sunday
Location
12 Park Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
directions
Contact
(973) 429-7745
https://www.parkumcbloomfield.org/?subpages/Church-Calendar.shtml
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.76 mi
Info

Service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis; please line up to receive a ticket.

The pantry is located in the building in front of the church.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
This Thursday
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thu, October 8th (in 2 weeks)
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thu, October 22nd (in 4 weeks)
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Thursday
Location
119 Elm Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-8338
https://www.stpaullive.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

2.3 mi
Info
Starting December 1st ,MESH will be having sleeping spots for the homless at 51 elm street at st mark methodist church from 7pm to 7am
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Tomorrow
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
This Thursday
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
619 Bloomfield Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 692-8857
Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
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Food pantry (groceries)
Nutley Family Service Bureau
15 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.79 mi
Info
Serves Nutley residents and other New Jersey residents.

Entrance: Located at the side door.

General Pantry Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM.

Food Distribution: Biweekly, by appointment only.
Requirements
You can visit once every 2 weeks
ID required
Proof of address required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
12:00 pm–5:30 pm
Appointment required
This Thursday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Wed, September 30th (next week)
12:00 pm–5:30 pm
Appointment required
12:00 pm–5:30 pm
every week on Wednesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
169 Chestnut Street
Nutley, NJ 07110
directions
Contact
(973) 667-1884
http://www.nutleyfamily.org/food-pantry
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
MESH Café, no phone number can be found
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.43 mi
Info
MESH Café is a community dinner program run by Montclair Emergency Services for Hope, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting homeless and food-insecure adults and families in Montclair. Volunteer- and faith-partner-supported, MESH Café provides a free, hot evening meal in a welcoming setting, alongside essential personal-care supplies. The parent organization also runs the Mesh Store with new and used clothing and hygiene items, an overnight winter shelter that opens in extreme cold, and supportive casework to help guests connect with broader community services.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm @ Union Baptist Church
Other social services available
Toiletries may be available
Clothing may be available
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm @ Union Baptist Church
Other social services available
Toiletries may be available
Clothing may be available
This Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm @ Union Baptist Church
Other social services available
Toiletries may be available
Clothing may be available
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
14 Midland Avenue
Union Baptist Church
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 348-9168(Sun–Sat 12am–12am)
wearemesh.org
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Brookdale 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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale that’s open today: Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH), MESH Café, no phone number can be found
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Brookdale 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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.