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  1. Food pantry (groceries)

    Calvary Temple - Compassion Int.

    19 reviews

    Unclaimed

    18 minutes

    average wait time

    0.13 mi


    Info

    • You have to choose a day to go in as you cant go in twice a week
    • Once in the parking lot and go to the white building which is located towards the back of the calvary learning center.
    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      6:30 pm–8:30 pm

    • Next Sunday

      7:30 am–8:25 am

    • Tue, July 7th (next week)

      6:30 pm–8:30 pm

    • 6:30 pm–8:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 7:30 am–8:25 am

      every week on Sunday

    Map of Calvary Temple -  Compassion Int.

    Location

    1111 Preakness Ave

    Wayne, NJ 07470

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 694-2938

    https://www.calvarynj.com/hope

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Claimed

    no ratings yet

    1.94 mi


    Info

    WAFAA (Women and Families Ascending Association) is a nonprofit organization that helps families and individuals overcome challenges including poverty, hunger, domestic violence, and immigration difficulties. Their food pantry provides a nutritionally balanced supply of groceries for approximately three to seven days to those struggling with hunger. WAFAA also offers counseling, crisis intervention, career development, immigration assistance, translation services, and court support. The organization serves the broader northern New Jersey area from locations in Paterson and Wayne, and is committed to protecting client privacy and confidentiality. Food pickup requires an appointment; the specific address and hours are provided once the appointment is confirmed.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    34 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.92 mi


    Info

    Weekday soup kitchen providing hot breakfast and lunch to women and children, plus emergency grocery bags, baby supplies, hygiene items, and clothing.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      8:15 am–8:50 am

    • Today

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      8:15 am–8:50 am

    • 8:15 am–8:50 am

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

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

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

  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 Preakness.

  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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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    3.01 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      6:00 am–7:00 am

    • Tomorrow

      6:00 am–7:00 am

    • This Thursday

      6:00 am–7:00 am

    • 6:00 am–7:00 am

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.75 mi


    Info

    Get registered to receive food here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIErXME8JUm4GO_gdWufmC7dvASnnjNZbuFEF0rRxMoW3b9Q/viewform

    Registration on website required

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tue, July 14th (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm

    • Tue, August 11th (in 2 months)

      1:00 pm

    • Tue, September 8th (in 3 months)

      1:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    2.06 mi


    Info

    Parish‑run program provides free groceries through its food pantry and a weekly community “Stewardship Supper” hot meal on Thursdays.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–4:30 pm

    • This Thursday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–7:30 pm

    • Wed, July 8th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–4:30 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–7:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–4:30 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    31 reviews

    Unclaimed

    25 minutes

    average wait time

    2.9 mi


    Info

    PARTNERING WITH NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY CRC WE STORE, PACK, AND DELIVER FOOD TO HELP FEED THE HUNGRY IN NORTH PATERSON, NJ

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, July 11th (next week)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, July 25th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, August 8th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.87 mi


    Info

    Serves residents of Prosper Park, Haledon, Hawthorne, and North Haledon NJ only.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, July 11th (next week)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, July 25th (in 3 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, August 8th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    2.74 mi


    Info

    Monthly free halal grocery distribution by MUNA Social Services at ICPC – Masjid Younis. Open to everyone. Offers a mix of dry goods and fresh produce.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce
      • Halal food available

    Schedule

    • Sat, July 25th (in 3 weeks)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, August 22nd (in 2 months)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, September 26th (in 3 months)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    3.18 mi


    Info

    • All children must be accompanied by adults.
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      8:30 am–9:00 am

    • Today

      12:00 pm–12:30 pm

    • Tomorrow

      8:30 am–9:00 am

    • 12:00 pm–12:30 pm

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

    • 8:30 am–9:00 am

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

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Preakness 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 Preakness 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?

    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 Preakness that’s open today: Calvary Temple - Compassion Int., Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-., Hana Mission Inc, Eva's Kitchen

  20. Where are you located?

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