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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Margulies Senior Adult Center at Jewish Community Center

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    2.21 mi


    Info

    Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation Call today to make a reservation for lunch at 973-530-3414. Proof of vaccination is required for entry to the JCC.

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

    Map of Margulies Senior Adult Center at Jewish Community Center

    Location

    760 Northfield Avenue

    West Orange, NJ 07052

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 350-3414

    https://jccmetrowest.org/programs/adult-enrichment/senior-lunch-programs/#overview

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    4.17 mi


    Info

    Volunteer‑powered supplemental food pantry serving Orange, East Orange, and West Orange residents with dignity and respect. It offers weekly grocery distributions that include fresh produce, diapers, toiletries, menstrual care products, and other essentials. Clients also receive access to additional resources such as SNAP, WIC, and health‑insurance assistance, as well as periodic health screenings and nutrition education.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, May 27th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 5th Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Claimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    4.76 mi


    Info

    Serves Essex County

    Must show a New Jersey photo ID

    Serves New Jersey residents

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      8:00 am–10:00 am

    • Sat, May 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      8:00 am–10:00 am

    • Sat, June 13th (next month)

      8:00 am–10:00 am

    • 8:00 am–10:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 8:00 am–10:00 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 Livingston.

  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)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    3.97 mi


    Info

    Toni’s Kitchen Government Shutdown Market* Wednesdays, 2:30pm-3:30pm (starting 10/29) Nia Fellowship Baptist Church174 So. Valley Road, West Orange Bring Federal ID or SNAP EBT Card and mail showing address Phone: 973-932-0768 (This number is for leaving messages only. We will return calls as soon as possible.)

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      2:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      2:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)

      2:30 pm–3:30 pm

    • 2:30 pm–3:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    4.22 mi


    Info

    Parish‑run food pantry providing non‑perishable groceries to individuals and families in need; located in the lower level of the church. Assistance is coordinated by pantry volunteers by phone.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      8:30 am–2:30 pm

    • Tomorrow

      8:30 am–2:30 pm

    • This Wednesday

      8:30 am–2:30 pm

    • 8:30 am–2:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    15 reviews

    Unclaimed

    3 minutes

    average wait time

    4.79 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      10:00 am

    • Sat, May 16th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 13th (next month)

      10:00 am

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • 10:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    8 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    4.52 mi


    Info

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Kosher food available

    Schedule

    • Next Sunday

      9:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Wed, May 13th (next week)

      6:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • Wed, June 10th (next month)

      6:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 9:00 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 2nd Sunday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    4.35 mi


    Info

    Closed on Good Friday and Black Saturday but will be distributing food on Mar 31st, 2023.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

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

    Schedule

    • Sat, May 16th (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (next month)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, July 18th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other material needs

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    4.41 mi


    Info

    • Diapers available third monday of the month with birth certificate
    • Please provide the text message or online chat about the Lemontree referral to this food pantry.

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • ID required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:00 am

    • This Saturday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tue, May 12th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:00 am

    • Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    • Other material needs: 8:30 am

      every month on the 3rd Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    25 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    4.83 mi


    Info

    They service drive through and walk up. Advised to arrive early

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      6:00 am–9:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      6:00 am–9:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, May 21st (in 2 weeks)

      6:00 am–9:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

    • 6:00 am–9:00 am

      every week on Thursday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Livingston 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 Livingston 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 Livingston that’s open today: Margulies Senior Adult Center at Jewish Community Center, Holy Family 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 Livingston 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 Livingston 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 Livingston, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.