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  1. Food pantry (groceries)

    St. Joseph Cares Food Pantry (at St. Joseph Catholic Church)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 minute

    average wait time

    1.06 mi


    Info

    A church‑run pantry operated by the St. Joseph Cares ministry that provides grocery assistance to local households in need. The pantry is volunteer‑operated and supported through community food donations; clients are served on scheduled Saturdays at the parish campus.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Sat, October 3rd (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, October 17th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, November 7th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    Map of St. Joseph Cares Food Pantry (at St. Joseph Catholic Church)

    Location

    454 Germantown Road

    West Milford, NJ 07480

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 697-6100

    https://stjoseph-nj.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.98 mi


    Info

    Distributes food on scheduled Saturday mornings Call 973-697-6100 for more information.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, October 3rd (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.56 mi


    Info

    Provides free groceries and diapers and clothing when available. Open 2nd and 4th Saturday 9-11 Call for more information.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, October 24th (next month)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Saturday

  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 Echo Lake.

  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

    average user rating

    4.97 mi


    Info

    A community food pantry that helps local neighbors and households experiencing food insecurity access food assistance.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      9:00 am–5:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–5:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 9:00 am–5:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    4.4 mi


    Info

    A local church mission that supports community food security in partnership with the Community FoodBank of New Jersey.

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      10:00 am–4:00 pm @ Butler Church of the Nazarene

      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm @ Butler Church of the Nazarene

    • Fri, October 2nd (next week)

      10:00 am–4:00 pm @ Butler Church of the Nazarene

      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
    • Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    3.58 mi


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, October 24th (next month)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Claimed

    1 minute

    average wait time

    4.98 mi


    Info

    A community food pantry providing food assistance to help prevent hunger.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available
      • Toiletries may be available

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      7:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • Mon, October 26th (next month)

      7:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the last Saturday

    • 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

      every month on the last Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    5.53 mi


    Info

    Food pantry operated by Strengthen Our Sisters that provides nutritionally balanced groceries — including dairy, fresh produce, meat, and bread — to low- and no-income individuals and families, including seniors and people with disabilities.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, October 3rd (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, October 10th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–3:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    5.06 mi


    Info

    Get registered to receive food here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIErXME8JUm4GO_gdWufmC7dvASnnjNZbuFEF0rRxMoW3b9Q/viewform

    Registration on website required

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tue, October 6th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am

    • Tue, November 3rd (in 2 months)

      10:00 am

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 months)

      10:00 am

    • 10:00 am

      every month on the 1st Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    6.55 mi


    Info

    Church-run food pantry providing free groceries; emergency assistance available by appointment through the church office.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      10:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, October 14th (in 3 weeks)

      10:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, October 28th (next month)

      10:30 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:30 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 10:30 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake 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 Echo Lake that’s open today: West Milford Presbyterian Church

  20. Where are you located?

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