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: Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church , Grace Pointe Seventh-Day Adventist Church

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), Other material needs, Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church
13 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

4.03 mi
Info
Toni’s Kitchen Government Shutdown Market* Tuesdays, 1pm-2pm (starting 11/4) Toni’s Kitchen, Dining Room 73 So. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair Bring Federal ID or SNAP EBT Card and mail showing address 973-932-0768 (This number is for leaving messages only. We will return calls as soon as possible.)
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  Supplemental Pantry
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  ID required
- Other material needs: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
73 South Fullerton Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
directions
Contact
(973) 860-0768
https://toniskitchen.org/special-programs-launched-during-government-shutdown/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Human Needs Food Pantry
20 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

4.3 mi
Info
Call in advance 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
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries may be available
  Diapers may be available
  Delivery may be available
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- This Thursday
  12:30 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other material needs
Holy Trinity-West Orange Food Pantry
14 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.95 mi
Info
Diapers available third monday 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
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:00 am
- This Saturday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Mon, February 16th (next week)
  Other material needs: 8:30 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
- Other material needs: 8:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Monday
Location
315 Main Street
West Orange, NJ 07052
directions
Contact
(973) 325-0369
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.
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)
Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges
10 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

4.49 mi
Info
The Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges (IFPO) is not accepting new clients at this time, and we do not know when we can start doing so. In the meantime, you are welcome to come for assistance and we can provide you with a set of non-perishable groceries. Unfortunately, you will not be able to get fresh produce and diapers. The IFPO is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon, except the first Wednesday of each month, when we are closed.
- Requirements
  ID required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 18th (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 25th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 5th Wednesday
Location
357 South Jefferson Street
City of Orange, NJ 07050
directions
Contact
(973) 856-4000
https://www.orangesfoodpantry.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Pointe Seventh-Day Adventist Church
3 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

4.34 mi
Info
Serves Essex County.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries may be available
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Today
  12:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sun, February 15th (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- 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/
Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

4.12 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
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, February 19th (next week)
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, February 26th (in 2 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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Food Pantry
1 review
Claimed
no ratings yet

3.95 mi
Info
Diapers on 3rd Tuesday
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Saturday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
315 Main Street
West Orange, NJ 07052
directions
Contact
(973) 325-0369
http://www.holytrinitywo.org/outreach.html
Food pantry (groceries), SNAP/EBT
Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation
17 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

4.5 mi
Info
We also can answer questions and correct misconceptions about SNAP to help you decide if SNAP is right for you. This help is free and confidential.

Check your eligibility, please use this link: https://www.njhelps.gov/

Please call 973-857-8666 for an appointment. For questions contact us at newjersey_charity@tzuchi.us or by phone:

For Middlesex and Monmouth Counties, please call 732-518-8405. For Camden County, please call 973-991-9703.

Required documentations for SNAP application. You MUST bring the following for everyone in your household who is applying for the application:

A valid ID (i.e. driver’s license, birth certificate, government ID)

Proof of where you live (i.e. lease, rental agreement, utility bill) *Unless you are experiencing homelessness

Proof of earned income (i.e. paystubs, employer letter, recent tax records)

Proof of unearned income (benefits award letter)

Proof of resources (i.e. bank statements)

Social Security Number

Proof of immigration status (for non-citizens)

Proof of student status (for college students)
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Friday
  SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Location
150 Commerce Road
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
directions
Contact
(973) 857-8666
https://tzuchi.us/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
12 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

4.46 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am
- Sat, February 21st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 14th (next month)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
381 Cleveland Street
City of Orange, NJ 07050
directions
Contact
(973) 220-5833
https://mcbcoforange.com/two-fish-and-five-loaves-food-pantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.55 mi
Info
Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation
- Requirements
  Seniors only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- This Tuesday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- This Wednesday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
199 Fairview Avenue
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
directions
Contact
(973) 744-8103
https://fhecessex.org/events/
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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: Toni's Kitchen, A Food Ministry Of St. Luke's Church, Grace Pointe Seventh-Day Adventist Church
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.