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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.64 mi


    Info

    JFS operates a food pantry at its Margate office that provides non‑perishable, fresh, and frozen foods along with basic essentials such as diapers and toiletries. Walk‑ins are welcome and the pantry serves Atlantic County residents. Staff can also connect clients to SNAP, WIC, and other social services.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    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

    Map of Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties

    Location

    607 North Jerome Avenue

    Margate, NJ 08402

    directions

    Contact

    (609) 822-1108

    https://www.jfsatlantic.org/food-pantry/

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  3. Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 hour

    average wait time

    2.33 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, April 15th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am

    • Wed, May 20th (next month)

      9:30 am

    • Wed, June 17th (in 2 months)

      9:30 am

    • 9:30 am

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

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

    11 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    4.2 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

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

    • Next Tuesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:00 am

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Next Tuesday

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

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

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on 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 Margate City.

  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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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time

    4.25 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

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

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am

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

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am

      every day

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every day

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    4.65 mi


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • Next Thursday

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

    • 9:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    10 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    4.49 mi


    Info

    Grace Place is normally closed on the first full week of the month.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    3.87 mi


    Info

    Transportation, Food, Legal Services, Home Repair, Health Services

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–4:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–4:30 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–4:30 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–4:30 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    4.38 mi


    Info

    Weather permitting There may be longer lines at some locations. Some recipients may have to fill out registration forms and/or show ID. We DO NOT REQUIRE proof of U.S. citizenship.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Friday

      9:00 am

    • Fri, April 17th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am

    • Fri, April 24th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am

    • 9:00 am

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    4.32 mi


    Info

    Westminster Christian Worship Center runs a monthly food distribution for Atlantic City residents. Guests receive fresh produce, toiletries, diapers, and other household items. The program also shares information about community resources and services. It operates on a first‑come‑first‑served basis and asks participants to bring their own bags or carts.

    • Requirements

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

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

    Schedule

    • Wed, April 22nd (in 3 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, May 27th (next month)

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Wed, June 24th (in 2 months)

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

    Contact

    (609) 248-6287

    https://wcwc1976.com/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    4.44 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Thu, April 23rd (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Thu, May 14th (next month)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

    Contact

    (609) 485-0575

    https://www.acfamsupport.org/

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Margate City 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 Margate City 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 Margate City that’s open today: Atlantic City Rescue Mission

  20. Where are you located?

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