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.

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.

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!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places 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.

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.

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 do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

You can browse these pages for resources to see if any are 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.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
James O. and Wilhelmina Bryant Food Pantry
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.46 mi
Info
Requirements: Open to all NJ residents. No verification requirements

ID required for all members of the household
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of household income required
  Completed application
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Sat, February 21st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Sat, February 28th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
6 Ethel Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
directions
Contact
(908) 312-0282
https://northsteltoname.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Presbyterian Church of Edison
15 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.91 mi
Info
Must bring ID or bill that proves that you are an Edison resident.
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, February 17th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
75 Glenville Rd
Edison, NJ 08817
directions
Contact
(732) 287-1666
https://cpcedison.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Financial assistance
South Plainfield Social Services Department
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.13 mi
Info
Serves: Middlesex County
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Other social services available
- This Thursday
  Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Other social services available
- Tue, February 17th (in 2 weeks)
  Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Other social services available
- Financial assistance: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
90 Maple Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
directions
Contact
(908) 226-7625
http://www.southplainfieldnj.com/spnj/Departments/Departments/Social%20Services%20-%20Welfare%20Department/
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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.
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.
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!
Food pantry (groceries)
Highland Park Community Food Pantry
4 reviews
Claimed
20 minutes
average wait time

2.72 mi
Info
Located at the Borough Community Center. Contact Nicole Huff (listed above) to register. New Jersey residents in need of food are welcome.

FOR FOOD EMERGENCIES ONLY WHEN THE FOOD PANTRY IS NOT OPEN, call Nicole at the HP Community Center 732-819-0052 between 8:00AM and Noon, Monday-Friday. Other days and times call 908-410-7618

Serves New Jersey residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–10:45 am
- This Thursday
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–10:30 am
- 9:00 am–10:45 am
  every month on the 4th Thursday
- 9:00 am–10:45 am
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
- 9:30 am–10:30 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
220 S. 6th Ave.
Highland Park, NJ 08904
directions
Contact
(732) 819-0052
https://www.hpboro.com/government/boards-commissions/community-food-pantry
Food pantry (groceries)
Hands of Hope for the Community at St. James Church
14 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.84 mi
Info
Serves Middlesex County.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Drive-thru only
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 21st (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- Sat, March 7th (in 4 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- Sat, March 21st (next month)
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2136 Woodbridge Avenue
Edison, NJ 08817
directions
Contact
(732) 236-3330
https://www.hohnj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Sacred Heart Church Social Concerns
7 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

3.16 mi
Info
Food is available for South Plainfield residents who are in need of assistance. Driver’s license or picture ID with address is necessary for verification of residency.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- This Friday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, February 16th (in 2 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
200 Randolph Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
directions
Contact
(908) 756-0633
http://www.churchofthesacredheart.net/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.54 mi
Info
Open to residents of Edison and Highland Park in New Jersey
- Requirements
  ID required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Wed, February 25th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Wed, March 11th (next month)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
23 S Fifth Ave
Highland Park, NJ 08904
directions
Contact
(732) 572-0977
http://www.transfiguration-parish.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Feeding Hands Inc @ Stelton Baptist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.57 mi
Info
Must go to the website and click the Register button to make an appointment.

Diapers, pet food, baby formulas, and sanitary napkins are provided if available.

Can accommodate residents of Somerset and some of Middlesex counties.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
334 Plainfield Avenue
Edison, NJ 08817
directions
Contact
(732) 985-1484
https://www.feedinghandspantry.org/need-food/
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Food pantry (groceries)
SRC FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY
12 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.92 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers may be available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
100 College Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
directions
Contact
(732) 545-1019
https://www.collegeavecommunitychurch.com/WP/5-loaves-food-pantry-cinco-panes-pantry-mercado/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
7 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.56 mi
Info
Serves: Middlesex County Bring an ID with you that shows your address (must sign in at the desk each time you come) Produce and non-perishable items are available to those in need. Nonperishable canned foods are available on an emergency basis. Assistance is limited to two times each month.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 18th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
445 Old Post Road
Edison, NJ 08817
directions
Contact
(732) 287-0888
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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.
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.
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 do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
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.
Any pantries open today?
You can browse these pages for resources to see if any are 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.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.