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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Bessie Green Community, Inc.

    62 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.58 mi


    Info

    Bessie Green Community, Inc., incorporated as a 501(c)(3) in 1978, operates from the historic North Reformed Church in Newark and provides a food pantry distributing groceries and fresh produce, a soup kitchen serving grab-and-go hot meals, a clothing program, life-skills workshops, on-site social-worker assistance with housing/utilities/benefits, and seasonal community programs. The organization has been rooted in the Newark community for decades and welcomes neighbors facing food insecurity in Essex County with dignity and respect.

    • Requirements

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

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

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    Map of Bessie Green Community, Inc.

    Location

    510 Broad Street

    Central Ward, NJ 07102

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 803-6015(Mon–Fri 10am–1pm)

    https://bessiegreen.org/food-pantry/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.13 mi


    Info

    A community food pantry operated by Fundación Manos que Bendicen (Hands that Bless Foundation), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to serving Newark's most vulnerable residents. The pantry provides essential groceries and basic necessities to over 2,500 individuals monthly through partnerships with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey and USDA/TEFAP. The foundation also offers parent development workshops, a senior program with dietary accommodations, youth empowerment workshops, and ESL language classes. Everyone in need is welcome.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 21st (next week)

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Contact

    http://manosquebendicenf.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    65 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.65 mi


    Info

    A parish-run food pantry helping people experiencing food insecurity.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Next Thursday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

  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 East Newark.

  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)

    59 reviews

    Claimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.43 mi


    Info

    A Newark-based community food-assistance resource operated by The Apostles' House that helps prevent or limit severe hunger and supports people and families experiencing hardship.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    49 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.52 mi


    Info

    A community food pantry program serving vulnerable families and underserved communities with food assistance.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:30 am

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am

    • Sat, December 12th (in 4 weeks)

      9:30 am

    • 9:30 am

      every 2 weeks on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    20 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.56 mi


    Info

    Community-based food assistance operated by FOCUS Hispanic Center for Community Development.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.67 mi


    Info

    Traveling, pop-up community food distribution hosted by Hunger Free Unity in the Community (Hunger Free UIC). Provides free groceries to Hudson County residents. Distribution schedules and locations rotate monthly; please check their website or Facebook page for the most current information.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, December 12th (in 4 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, January 9th (in 2 months)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.65 mi


    Info

    Angels on the Ground Inc is a non-profit (501c3) organization that feeds and clothes the homeless and displaced community in Newark.

    They serve every Sunday from 7AM-9AM on Fortress of Solitude parking lot on University Ave.

    They take non-perishable goods and canned goods with easy open lid.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      7:00 am–9:00 am

    • Sun, November 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      7:00 am–9:00 am

    • Sun, November 29th (in 3 weeks)

      7:00 am–9:00 am

    • 7:00 am–9:00 am

      every week on Sunday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    26 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.18 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Sat, November 21st (next week)

      9:00 am

    • Sat, December 19th (next month)

      9:00 am

    • Sat, January 16th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am

    • 9:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.6 mi


    Info

    A faith-based charitable and educational ministry focused on reducing human suffering caused by poverty, conflict, and disaster and supporting underserved communities.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Community services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, December 5th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, December 12th (in 4 weeks)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Saturday

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in East Newark 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 East Newark 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 East Newark that’s open today: 1st Missionary Church Proclaimers of Righteousness, Fundacion Manos Que Bendicen, Hunger Free Unity @ Harrison Highschool, Help and Reconciliation Ministry & Bible Training College

  20. Where are you located?

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