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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Isaiah House

    53 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.07 mi


    Info

    Isaiah House is a nonprofit community-support organization serving vulnerable families and individuals in Essex County and the greater Newark area, helping people move from crisis toward self-reliance, stable housing, and a new chapter of life.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      1:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • 10:30 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Friday

    • 10:30 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

    • 1:30 pm–3:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

    Map of Isaiah House

    Location

    238 North Munn Avenue

    East Orange, NJ 07017

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 678-5882

    https://isaiahhouse.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    36 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.61 mi


    Info

    Must be an East Orange Resident

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Friday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, August 28th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    51 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.87 mi


    Info

    Church‑run food assistance ministries providing free groceries via a food pantry and hot meals through a soup kitchen; clothing assistance is also available through church ministries.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday

  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 Orange.

  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)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.98 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Mon, August 17th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 3:30 pm

      • Registration required
    • Mon, September 21st (next month)

      Food pantry (groceries): 3:30 pm

      • Registration required
    • Mon, October 19th (in 2 months)

      Food pantry (groceries): 3:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 3:30 pm

      every month on the 3rd Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.3 mi


    Info

    This food pantry serves residents of East Orange. Food is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies are exhausted.

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Friday

      9:00 am

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am

    • Fri, August 28th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am

    • 9:00 am

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    10 reviews

    Claimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.99 mi


    Info

    Closed on the 5th Saturday of the month, and on all holidays. Food pantry entrance is at the rear of the church (gray door).

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, August 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    25 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.78 mi


    Info

    A church-based community outreach program that helps individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Sat, September 19th (next month)

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Sat, October 17th (in 2 months)

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • 11:30 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    28 reviews

    Unclaimed

    6 minutes

    average wait time

    0.53 mi


    Info

    An inclusive community organization dedicated to sharing hope, restoring faith, and supporting people in need.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Tue, August 18th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.85 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, August 15th (next week)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, August 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.84 mi


    Info

    Serves Essex County. Emergency Food Bags available by request.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • Fri, September 18th (next month)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • Fri, October 16th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in East Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange that’s open today: Jubilee Community Outreach Center at Epiphany and Christ Church, CHURCH OF MEN AND WOMEN OF VALOR

  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 Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.