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    Food pantry (groceries), SNAP/EBT

    Meadowlands YMCA – Drive through Distribution

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.08 mi


    Info

    • If you are in need the Meadowlands Food Pantry is here to help you. First you must fill out our registration form completely by clicking the button below. https://bergencounty.oasisinsight.net/kiosk/c9c8ba414325828ef9c57bdf2ee7e18212141964e60c49f456a267e911111f8e/

    • Applying for SNAP can be confusing. Our SNAP Navigator can help you apply and help you keep your benefits so you can get the food assistance you need.

      • SNAP Navigators will walk you through:
        • How SNAP works;
        • eligibility requirements;
        • what documents you need to apply;
        • the application process, and;
        • how to keep your SNAP benefits.
      • They also can answer questions and correct misconceptions about SNAP to help you decide if SNAP is right for you.
      • This help is free and confidential. Call us at 201-514-4271

    Registration on website required

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–5:00 am

      • Call in advance for services
    • Next Monday

      SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–5:00 am

      • Call in advance for services
    • Next Tuesday

      SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–5:00 am

      • Call in advance for services
    • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Tuesday

    • SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–5:00 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Map of Meadowlands YMCA – Drive through Distribution

    Location

    390 Murray Hill Parkway

    East Rutherford, NJ 07073

    directions

    Contact

    (201) 955-5300

    https://meadowlandsymca.org/main/meadowlands-food-pantry/#

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 minute

    average wait time

    0.88 mi


    Info

    Only serves citizens of Rutherford, members of Rutherford and other local religious institutions who are referred by an approved agency.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      2:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      2:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Thursday

    • 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.53 mi


    Info

    Call Renee at 201-218-1707 after 6pm

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • Sat, April 11th (next week)

      11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • 11:30 am–1:30 pm

      every week on Saturday

    Contact

    (201) 747-8706
  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 Rutherford.

  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)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.16 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, April 25th (in 3 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, May 16th (next month)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Saturday

    Contact

    (201) 438-1147
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.81 mi


    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Kosher food available

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Thu, April 16th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    2.28 mi


    Info

    Clients are asked to complete application from Community Food Bank Of NJ (with ID).

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      6:00 pm

    • Sat, May 16th (next month)

      6:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (in 2 months)

      6:00 pm

    • 6:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    2.19 mi


    Info

    https://www.instagram.com/felicianfoodpantry/

    **Must be a student at Felician University Located in Albin Obal Hall, Lodi campus.

    • Requirements

      • Students & staff only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Tue, April 14th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 minute

    average wait time

    2.02 mi


    Info

    Make appointment at the location to receive food

    • No spanish speaking personnel so please have a translator or the translator app with you.
    • Serves Lyndhurst residents only. Must show proof of residency indicating the address with zip codes 07031, 07032, 07071, and 07094.
    • Must show proof of income
    • Must drop by the office to confirm if approved to receive food.
    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      9:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–3:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Contact

    (201) 804-2421
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    11 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.42 mi


    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–10:30 am

    • Sat, May 16th (next month)

      9:30 am–10:30 am

    • Sat, June 20th (in 2 months)

      9:30 am–10:30 am

    • 9:30 am–10:30 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.83 mi


    Info

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, April 18th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, May 16th (next month)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (in 2 months)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in East Rutherford 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford that’s open today: N.J. Food & Clothing Rescue

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