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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Iglesia San José (San José Episcopal Mission)

    30 reviews

    Unclaimed

    43 minutes

    average wait time

    0.02 mi


    Info

    Iglesia San José is a Spanish-language Episcopal mission church that hosts a community food pantry serving the Elizabeth, NJ community. Clients report that food is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and may run out before the official closing time, so arriving early is strongly recommended. People often begin lining up as early as 8 AM, and distribution may start earlier than 11:00 AM if everyone is settled.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, August 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, September 12th (next month)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

    Map of Iglesia San José (San José Episcopal Mission)

    Location

    38 West End Place

    Elizabeth, NJ 07202

    directions

    Contact

    (908) 289-7070

    https://www.iglsanjose.org

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    52 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.79 mi


    Info

    A faith-based community organization that provides practical community support to people experiencing need.

    • Requirements

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

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

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Fri, August 14th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:30 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.83 mi


    Info

    BRING A BOX OR BAG TO CARRY YOUR FOOD

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am

    • Fri, August 14th (next week)

      10:00 am

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am

    • 10:00 am

      every week on 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 Elmora.

  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)

    92 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.56 mi


    Info

    The JFS Charlotte Shak Food Pantry is a community food-assistance program operated by Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey and serving the community since 1986.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • ID required
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

      • Proof of address required
    • Next Tuesday

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

      • Proof of address required
    • Next Tuesday

      1:30 pm–3:30 pm

      • Proof of address required
    • 10:30 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday

    • 1:30 pm–3:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    26 reviews

    Unclaimed

    18 minutes

    average wait time

    0.48 mi


    Info

    Provides free groceries to low-income and working families, along with diapers and hygiene supplies. Also offers baby food and clothing, and connects clients to SNAP benefits in partnership with Community FoodBank of NJ; additional immigration and supportive services are available.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      1:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Thu, September 10th (next month)

      9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 1:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    21 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.82 mi


    Info

    A church-operated community resource supporting people experiencing food insecurity.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, August 27th (in 3 weeks)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, September 10th (next month)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    3 minutes

    average wait time

    0.53 mi


    Info

    Requires to call for hours. Serves Union County.

    Only serves surrounding neighborhood

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sun, August 30th (in 4 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Sun, September 27th (next month)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Sun, October 25th (in 2 months)

      Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the last Sunday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.77 mi


    Info

    Provides sandwiches and coffee to homeless individuals with substance abuse problems. This service is offered at 1126 Dickinson Street.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:00 am–11:30 am

      • Proof of household income required
    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–2:00 pm

      • Proof of household income required
    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–11:30 am

      • Proof of household income required
    • 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Wednesday

    • 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Friday

    • 9:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    66 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.44 mi


    Info

    A community-based nonprofit that brings people and communities together to serve neighbors in need with love, dignity, and compassion.

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      9:30 am–11:30 am

    • Next Monday

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • 9:30 am–11:30 am

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    38 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.65 mi


    Info

    A church-based food pantry providing free groceries to community members.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once every 2 weeks
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Wed, August 26th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Wed, September 9th (next month)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Elmora 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 Elmora 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 Elmora that’s open today: Christ Fellowship of Elizabeth, New Beginnings Kingdom, Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey, PROCEED, St. Joseph Social Service Center

  20. Where are you located?

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