Heads up: We received a report that this location was recently visited by immigration authorities. Unfortunately, we cannot predict if this will happen again, and we encourage you to be careful. Please reach out to our helpline if you’d like to find a different resource.

Entrance is in the side door of the church

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Starting this week, they are open every Monday at 5 PM and it’s first come, first served. , they prioritize giving to church members first before assisting those outside the church since the supply is limited

The Emergency Food Pantry operates Monday through Friday and is staffed by volunteers. Must call (973) 624-4007 between 1:00-3:00 pm on weekdays to request emergency food. Those in need are eligible to receive groceries for 4-5 meals per family size once a month

On-site registration required

• They distribute about 72-96 bags per week and stop when we run out.
• Needs volunteers
• Call in advance for services

All Rutgers-Newark community members (students, staff, faculty) have access to the RU-N Pantry as a completely free resource for groceries, including dairy, grains, fresh produce, period products, and more. There is no eligibility process, order online here and pick up your order at the pantry in PRCC 226. When picking up your groceries for the first time, you'll be asked to answer a few questions and receive a free reusable bag to bring back with you.

ORDER ONLINE: https://studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu/pantryrun/orderonline To access free groceries from the food pantry, order your groceries online by following the instructions below! Online ordering opens at 10:00 am on Mondays. Online ordering closes on Fridays at 11:30 am and remains closed over the weekend unless we are open for the 2nd or 4th Saturday of the month. Remember to: Order at least 30 minutes in advance Bring your RUID when you come to pick up groceries Bring a reusable bag (we do not provide bags unless it is your first visit) SNAP New Jersey’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, NJ SNAP, provides food assistance to families with low incomes to help them buy groceries through a benefits card accepted in most food retail stores and some farmers markets. Eligibility is set by several factors, such as income and resources. You can use SNAP benefits to stretch your food budget and buy nutritious foods that can keep you and your family healthy. Many college students are eligible for SNAP! If you would like to learn more or get help with a SNAP application, contact pantry_run@newark.rutgers.edu with "SNAP Application Help" in the subject line.

Frank Cunningham (BWC) 908-463-8005 or Roy Hargrove (N.B.H.C) 973-242-6599

Apply on website, fill the form @ https://newarknj-newark-shutdown-assistance-application.form.transform.civicplus.com/59077 Newark Shutdown Assistance Application(SNAP Recipients Only) November 1 - November 30, 2025 Subject to fund availability Complete the application below to be considered for emergency benefits provided for SNAP recipients by the City of Newark, during the government shutdown. At the end of the application you will be asked to click a link to upload your supporting documents. Please note that this program does not provide cash allowances, and is not for food assistance. The purpose and use of these benefits is explained in our 'About', ' Learn More', and FAQs pages. Any applicants who do not provide sufficient supporting documents, or who's circumstances are not covered by this program, will be denied. We will only accept one application per recipient. For questions regarding this application please fill out the support request form