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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Piscataway Senior Center

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.77 mi


    Info

    MIDDLESEX COUNTY SENIOR MEAL PROGRAM - suggested donation of $2.25.

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:30 am

    • This Tuesday

      11:30 am

    • This Wednesday

      11:30 am

    • 11:30 am

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

    Map of Piscataway Senior Center

    Location

    700 Buena Vista Avenue

    Piscataway, NJ 08854

    directions

    Contact

    (732) 743-9844
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.17 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      8:30 am–10:00 am

    • Thu, September 24th (next week)

      8:30 am–10:00 am

    • Thu, October 1st (in 2 weeks)

      8:30 am–10:00 am

    • 8:30 am–10:00 am

      every week on Thursday

    Contact

    http://www.zhbcpway.com/Service-Times--Location

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    43 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    2.26 mi


    Info

    New clients must call for an appointment 732 356-0081. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
    Food Room: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9 a.m.-12 noon and the third Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. (excluding July & August). Limited capacity, arrive early. Clients are limited to once a month service and must show proof of residency in Piscataway, Dunellen, Middlesex, South Plainfield, Edison, Highland Park or Green Brook. Must show proof of need (eg. TANF, SSI, WIC, FOOD STAMPS, MEDICAID, DISABILITY, WELFARE, UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION) or show proof of low household income not in excess of Federal Guidelines. Canned and refrigerated food donations, personal care products and pet food accepted. Fishes & Loaves Cafe: Free, home-cooked dinners for anyone in need the third Friday of each month (excluding July & August). Eat-In the cafe 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. or take-out meals. Held at the former school cafeteria at Our Lady of Fatima RC Church, New Market Road, Piscataway. All are welcome!

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Friday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd 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 Piscataway.

  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)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.7 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.

    Registration on website required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Registration required
      • Proof of address required
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Claimed

    no ratings yet

    1.16 mi


    Info

    Weekly community food pantry operated by the Muslim Center of Middlesex County providing free groceries to individuals and families in need; open to all. Registration is required prior to pickup.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      6:30 pm–8:30 pm

    • Thu, September 24th (next week)

      6:30 pm–8:30 pm

    • Thu, October 1st (in 2 weeks)

      6:30 pm–8:30 pm

    • 6:30 pm–8:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    3.05 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      3:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      3:00 pm

    • Tue, September 22nd (next week)

      3:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Claimed

    average user rating

    1.16 mi


    Info

    Provides free weekly groceries to families and individuals in need; open to all. Registration is required via the online form.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      10:00 am

    • Sat, September 26th (next week)

      10:00 am

    • Sat, October 3rd (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am

    • 10:00 am

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    2.86 mi


    Info

    A community-based outreach program operated by Living Hope Outreach Center to support people experiencing food insecurity.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, September 26th (next week)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, October 3rd (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    2.79 mi


    Info

    Pantry assists anyone looking for assistance. Delivery is available for senior citizens and those you do not or cannot drive.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      5:00 pm–6:30 pm

    • Wed, September 23rd (next week)

      5:00 pm–6:30 pm

    • Wed, September 30th (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–6:30 pm

    • 5:00 pm–6:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    3.34 mi


    Info

    Free food distribution in partnership with Beginning World Changers for Middlesex County residents in need. Held in front of the church on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am until food runs out.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, September 23rd (next week)

      11:00 am

    • Wed, October 28th (next month)

      11:00 am

    • Wed, November 25th (in 2 months)

      11:00 am

    • 11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Piscataway 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 Piscataway 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?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Piscataway 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 in Piscataway.

  20. Where are you located?

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