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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Mt. Olive Baptist Church

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.6 mi


    Info

    Weekly community food distribution hosted at Mt. Olive Baptist Church and operated by BITE. The pantry provides free groceries, fresh produce, diapers, formula, hygiene supplies, and occasional pet food for families in need. All are welcome.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, August 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Map of Mt. Olive Baptist Church

    Location

    400 Arlington Avenue

    Jersey City, NJ 07304

    directions

    Contact

    (201) 432-8795

    http://www.mtolivenj.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    62 reviews

    Claimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.75 mi


    Info

    Zion Cares Community Development Corporation is a community-focused nonprofit dedicated to empowering and uplifting individuals and families through education, health, and community development.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      10:00 am–12:30 pm @ Parish Hall

      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
    • This Saturday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm @ Parish Hall

      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–12:30 pm @ Parish Hall

      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
    • 10:00 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    29 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.83 mi


    Info

    A parish-supported, volunteer-staffed emergency food assistance program for families and individuals facing an urgent need for food.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      9:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      9:30 am–1:00 pm

    • 9:30 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Communipaw.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    15 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.67 mi


    Info

    • Gloves and masks are required.
    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      8:00 am

    • Sat, September 12th (next month)

      8:00 am

    • Sat, October 10th (in 2 months)

      8:00 am

    • 8:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.05 mi


    Info

    AngelaCARES, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2011 that serves as an advocate and support system for senior citizens, caregivers, youth volunteers, and the Hudson County, New Jersey community at large. Their mission is to empower communities through programs designed to assist clients facing emergency situations and guide them toward self-sufficiency and an improved quality of life. The food pantry provides quality food items including non-perishable groceries and fresh produce to all local residents in need.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

    • Fri, August 28th (in 3 weeks)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

    • Fri, September 18th (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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    30 reviews

    Unclaimed

    38 minutes

    average wait time

    1.07 mi


    Info

    A volunteer-run food pantry at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church offering free groceries to neighbors in need. The pantry serves over 400 families each week. Food is sourced through community donations and local partners. The church also provides other community ministries, including a free hot breakfast, a monthly social dinner, and an annual Christmas community meal. Clients are advised to come early, as there is often a long line for walk-in services.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, August 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.01 mi


    Info

    • They may ask for social security card, but it is not required
    • Serves Jersey City residents

    Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Next Thursday

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, August 20th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

  12. Street view

    Food pantry (groceries)

    8 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.1 mi


    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, August 14th (next week)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Fri, September 11th (next month)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Fri, October 9th (in 2 months)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.99 mi


    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, September 19th (next month)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, October 17th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    41 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.89 mi


    Info

    • Check their Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/AngelaCARESInc/) prior to going for updates and to know where their distribution will be because it is not always held at 512 Ocean Avenue.
    • Referral services available
    • Needs volunteers
    • Provides prepacked bags or boxes of food
    • For diaper distribution, the child must be present and a birth certificate is required.
    • Diapers offered once a month, after applying
    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      • Registration required
    • Fri, August 28th (in 3 weeks)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      • Registration required
    • Fri, September 18th (next month)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      • Registration required
    • 12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

    • 12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Friday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Communipaw 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Communipaw do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. 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 Communipaw that’s open today: Zion Cares Community Development Corporation, Salvation Army - Jersey City

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Communipaw 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.

  23. 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 Communipaw, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.