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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    New Hope Baptist Church Soup Kitchen

    16 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.54 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Map of New Hope Baptist Church Soup Kitchen

    Location

    106 Sussex Ave

    Newark, NJ 07103

    directions

    Contact

    (973) 622-4547

    http://www.newhopenewark.org/

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    43 reviews

    Claimed

    average user rating

    0.62 mi


    Info

    Franciscan Charities, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Newark's Central Ward since 2004, addressing the critical needs of people experiencing poverty through dignity-centered assistance and support for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Other social services available
      • Fresh produce
      • Toiletries may be available
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      11:30 am–1:30 pm

    • 11:30 am–1:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Claimed

    38 minutes

    average wait time

    0.53 mi


    Info

    An emergency assistance program of St. Mary's Church serving people in need in Newark.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, October 31st (next week)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Sat, November 7th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on 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 University Heights.

  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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    48 reviews

    Claimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.72 mi


    Info

    St. James Social Service Corporation offers emergency food pantry services, providing monthly groceries for families. Typical items include frozen meat, canned goods, and dry staples, with baby food often available. The organization also runs a soup kitchen for ready-to-eat meals. Clients must call (973) 624-4007 between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on weekdays to request emergency food from the pantry. Services are supported by volunteers.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Monday, 1st Wednesday, 1st Thursday and 1st Friday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Tuesday, 1st Wednesday and 1st Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

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

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    39 reviews

    Claimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.67 mi


    Info

    A community food pantry program operated by the Urban League of Essex County.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, November 5th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, November 12th (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    18 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.2 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Tue, November 3rd (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.14 mi


    Info

    A local UAME congregation and community-support organization that operates a food-pantry resource for people in need.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      5:00 pm–10:00 pm

    • Mon, November 2nd (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–10:00 pm

    • Mon, November 9th (in 3 weeks)

      5:00 pm–10:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

      every week on Monday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Claimed

    no ratings yet

    0.54 mi


    Info

    BETTERLIFE Services Provided: Socks, soup, bread, hygiene kits, prayer, & Life Care Visits (ie: one-on-one referrals to resources.)

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, October 31st (next week)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 7th (in 2 weeks)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.39 mi


    Info

    This resource operates a food pantry every Tuesday from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Clients are required to bring their own bags and an ID.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      8:00 am–11:00 am

    • Tue, November 3rd (in 2 weeks)

      8:00 am–11:00 am

    • Tue, November 10th (in 3 weeks)

      8:00 am–11:00 am

    • 8:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.48 mi


    Info

    New Community Corporation operates a free emergency food pantry for individuals and families in need. Participants should bring their own bags or carts.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Tuesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in University Heights 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 University Heights 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 University Heights that’s open today: New Hope Baptist Church Soup Kitchen, St. James Social Service Corporation

  20. Where are you located?

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