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 in Pleasantdale.

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 in Pleasantdale 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 in Pleasantdale 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 in Pleasantdale that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/chrill-care-mobile-meals-of-essex-county">Chrill Care Mobile Meals of Essex County</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/toni-s-kitchen-st-luke-s-episcopal-church">Toni's Kitchen - St. Luke's Episcopal Church</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/montclair-emergency-services-for-the-homeless-mesh">Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/ymca-of-montclair">YMCA of Montclair</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Pleasantdale for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Meal delivery
Chrill Care Mobile Meals of Essex County
0 reviews
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Info
weekday hot meal delivery is provided to clients who are mostly homebound due to illness, physical limitation, advanced age, or inadequate cooking facilities. The meals are delivered usually between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to the client’s home by trained delivery drivers. Contact our mobile meals manager at (973) 744-0473
- Requirements
  For homebound seniors
Schedule
- Today
  Meal delivery: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Meal delivery: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Meal delivery: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Meal delivery: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
201 Bloomfield Avenue
Verona, NJ 07044
directions
Contact
(973) 744-8103
https://ccihomecare.com/mobile-meals/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Toni's Kitchen - St. Luke's Episcopal Church
11 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.22 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
73 South Fullerton Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 860-0768
https://toniskitchen.org/hours/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Holy Trinity-West Orange Food Pantry
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.14 mi
Info
Diapers available third Tuesday of the month with birth certificate

Please provide the text message or online chat about the Lemontree referral to this food pantry.
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am
- Tue, August 19th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Tue, August 26th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
315 Main Street
West Orange, NJ 07052
directions
Contact
(201) 341-9217
http://www.holytrinitywo.org/outreach.html
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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 in Pleasantdale.
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!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

2.13 mi
Info
Starting December 1st ,MESH will be having sleeping spots for the homless at 51 elm street at st mark methodist church from 7pm to 7am
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  Dinner
  Grab and Go Meals
- Tomorrow
  4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  Dinner
  Grab and Go Meals
- Next Monday
  4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  Dinner
  Grab and Go Meals
- 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
619 Bloomfield Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 692-8857
Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH)
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
11 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.26 mi
Info
Must line up to get a ticket (first come, first served basis)

The pantry is in thhe building infront of the church
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Get a number/ticket
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, August 21st (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, August 28th (in 3 weeks)
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
119 Elm Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-8338
https://www.stpaullive.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Christ Church Montclair
0 reviews
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no ratings yet

2.09 mi
Info
Schedule an appointment HERE to receive nonperishable food items: https://portal.carecenternj.org/page/207?returnurl=%252fpage%252f793
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, August 20th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
68 Church Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
https://carecenterofnewjersey.org/foodforhope
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SNAP/EBT
YMCA of Montclair
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Families need to complete the 2024-25 school meal & summer EBT application to receive summer benefits ($120 per eligible child)- name spelling, address, etc. all need to be up to date and accurate! Summer EBT Outreach Toolkit" https://hungerfreenj.org/summer-ebt-2024/

What You’ll Need to Apply for SNAP Benefits

Identification (for everyone in the household, such as driver’s license, birth certificate, government ID). Social Security Numbers (for everyone in the household). Phone and Utility bills (gas, electric, oil, water). Housing Costs (rent receipt/agreement, mortgage statement and/or tax bill). Proof of Income (for everyone in the household, such as pay stubs, employer letter, tax records). Proof of Resources (bank statements) Medical Expenses (if 60 or older and/or disabled). Child and Adult Care Expenses HOW TO GET HELP If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about SNAP, eligibility, or need help with applying, contact our SNAP outreach team:

jrose@montclairymca.org Phone: 973-415-6120
Schedule
- Today
  SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Monday
  SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
- SNAP/EBT: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
25 Park Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 415-6120
https://www.montclairymca.org/snap-navigators/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Human Needs Food Pantry
12 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

2.61 mi
Info
Call in advane for services at (973) 746-4669

Essex county can come in once a week while the other counties can come in once a month.

Vaccines are needed for the diaper program which is aailable only to essex county residents

They need only bring ID and proof of address. We serve all of Essex county on a once-a-week basis (except Newark. Newark is a major city with a lot of resources and we'd be overwhelmed trying to handle that city's residents) We serve all other counties in NJ on a once-a-month basis and provide them with listings for their counties.
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- Next Thursday
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- Tue, August 19th (in 2 weeks)
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- 12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
9 Label Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-4669
humanneedsfoodpantry.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Pointe Seventh-Day Adventist Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.5 mi
Info
Serves Essex County.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  Soup Kitchen
- Next Sunday
  12:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sun, August 17th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  Soup Kitchen
- 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
- 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the last Sunday
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
15 Elmwood Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 746-1911
https://gracepointesda.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Trinity Temple Community Development Center
9 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

2.66 mi
Info
Need help call: 9737714078
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, August 16th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, September 13th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
115 Greenwood Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 931-7652
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Pleasantdale 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 in Pleasantdale 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 in Pleasantdale that’s open today: Chrill Care Mobile Meals of Essex County, Toni's Kitchen - St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Montclair Emergency Services for the Homeless (MESH), YMCA of Montclair
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Pleasantdale for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.