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?

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 that’s open today: United Community Corporation , Newark Emergency Services for Families , East Side High School , St. James R.C. Church Food Pantry

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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Community fridge
United Community Corporation
3 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Fridge refilled between 10am-2pm. Pamper available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm: Birth certificate required
- Offerings
  Diapers may be available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
106 Ann Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(973) 642-0181
https://uccnewark.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ironbound Community Center
34 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.99 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am
- This Friday
  11:00 am
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  11:00 am
- 11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Friday
Location
432 Lafayette Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(973) 465-0555
https://ironboundcc.org/seniors/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Newark Emergency Services for Families
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.92 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Diapers may be available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–11:00 am
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
982 Broad Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 639-2100
https://www.nesfnj.org/emergency-assistance-program/
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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)
Newark Water Coalition - Wilson Avenue
34 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.17 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (next week)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 28th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
7 Wilson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(732) 762-7687
https://www.newarkwatercoalition.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Church in Newark
22 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.95 mi
Info
They distribute about 72-96 bags per week and stop when we run out.

Needs volunteers

Call in advance for services
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  11:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, February 21st (next week)
  11:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, February 28th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
950 Broad St
Newark, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 623-1733
https://www.gracechurchinnewark.org/the-food-ministry
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Saint John’s Soup Kitchen
6 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

2.06 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am
- This Wednesday
  8:00 am
- 11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- 8:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
22 Mulberry Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 623-0822
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Kingdom Church Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.95 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 28th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
375-377 Chestnut Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(201) 449-5070
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Food pantry (groceries)
Beginning World Changers
2 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.96 mi
Info
Frank Cunningham (BWC) 908-463-8005 or Roy Hargrove (N.B.H.C) 973-242-6599
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  2:00 pm
- Wed, February 25th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm
- Wed, March 11th (next month)
  2:00 pm
- 2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 2:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
9 Lincoln Park
South Broad Street, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(908) 463-8005
beginningworldchangers. org
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Community fridge
East Side High School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
This is a community Fridge open to the community when the school is open
- Requirements
  Students & staff only
  All children under 18 are eligible
  Meals must be eaten on site.
Schedule
- Today
  7:45 am–8:45 am
- Tomorrow
  7:45 am–8:45 am
- This Wednesday
  7:45 am–8:45 am
- 7:45 am–8:45 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
238 Van Buren Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(973) 733-7170
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Unfortunately, we’re not confident about the information below.
We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries)
St. James R.C. Church Food Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.4 mi
Info
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
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- February 16th is Washington's Birthday
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Mon, February 16th (next week)
  5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Mon, February 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  5:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 5:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
142 Jefferson Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(973) 344-8322
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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?
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 that’s open today: United Community Corporation, Newark Emergency Services for Families, East Side High School, St. James R.C. Church Food Pantry
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.