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 Union City.

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 Union City 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 Union City 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 Union City that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/salvation-army-union-city">Salvation Army - Union City</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/roosevelt-school-1">Roosevelt School</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/palisades-emergency-residence">Palisades Emergency Residence</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/washington-school">Washington School</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/union-city-housing-39th-street">Union City Housing 39th Street</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/union-hill-middle-school">Union Hill Middle School</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/theodore-roosevelt-school">Theodore Roosevelt School</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Union City 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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - Union City
68 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.12 mi
Info
Pantry distribution may begin before 9am. Advisable to arrive early.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:15 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:15 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:15 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
515 43rd Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 867-4093
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Roosevelt School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.21 mi
Info
Start: 06/23/2025 End: 08/29/2025
- Requirements
  Students & staff only
  All children under 18 are eligible
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
4507 Hudson Avenue
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 348-5918
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Food pantry (groceries)
Park United Methodist Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
31 minutes
average wait time

0.46 mi
Info
Call in advance to make appointment for food pick up @ (201) 320-7534

Staff only available during appointments and on Sundays Service hours.

Food pantry staff only speaks English. Can attend all languages, but cannot make appointments in other languages--please have an interpreter ready.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Sun, August 17th (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Sun, August 24th (in 3 weeks)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
47 Clifton Terrace
Weehawken, NJ 07086
directions
Contact
(201) 320-7534
https://parkchurchweehawken.com/
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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 Union City.
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)
Palisades Emergency Residence
15 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:00 pm
  every day
Location
111 37th Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 348-8150
https://www.percshelter.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Washington School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.29 mi
Info
Starts: 06/23/2025 until 08/29/2025
- Requirements
  All children under 18 are eligible
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
3905 New York Avenue
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 348-5929
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Food pantry (groceries)
Gospel Tabernacle Church
32 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

0.31 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Thu, August 21st (in 2 weeks)
  4:30 pm–9:00 pm
- Thu, September 18th (next month)
  4:30 pm–9:00 pm
- Thu, October 16th (in 2 months)
  4:30 pm–9:00 pm
- 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
5029 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
North Bergen, NJ 07047
directions
Contact
(201) 863-1000
https://www.facebook.com/GospelTabernacleofNorthBergen/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Union City Housing 39th Street
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.35 mi
Info
Starts: 07/08/2025 08/15/2025
- Requirements
  All children under 18 are eligible
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
634 39th Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 348-5140
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Union Hill Middle School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.39 mi
Info
Starts: 06/23/2025 08/29/2025
- Requirements
  All children under 18 are eligible
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- Today
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–9:00 am
- 8:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
3808 Hudson Avenue
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 348-5936
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Food pantry (groceries)
Evangelic Pentecostal Church Food Pantry
27 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  7:00 am
- Thu, August 21st (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am
- Thu, August 28th (in 3 weeks)
  7:00 am
- 7:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
4813 Broadway
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Theodore Roosevelt School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.48 mi
Info
Coordinator: Guadeloupe Chong 2013196025 Start:07/07/2025 End: 08/08/2025
- Requirements
  Students & staff only
  All children under 18 are eligible
  Meals must be eaten on site.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  11:55 am–1:55 pm
- Next Monday
  11:55 am–1:55 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:55 am–1:55 pm
- 11:55 am–1:55 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1 Louisa Place
Weehawken Township, NJ 07086
directions
Contact
(201) 319-6005
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Union City 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 Union City 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 Union City that’s open today: Salvation Army - Union City, Roosevelt School, Palisades Emergency Residence, Washington School, Union City Housing 39th Street, Union Hill Middle School, Theodore Roosevelt School
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Union City for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.