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: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation , Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center , St. Peter's Food Pantry

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), SNAP/EBT
Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation
17 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

3.85 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
- Today
  SNAP/EBT: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  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), 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

4.89 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
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  ID required
- This Wednesday
  Other material needs: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Client choice pantry
- 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

4.95 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
- Tomorrow
  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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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!
Unfortunately, we’re not confident about the information below.
We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.05 mi
Info
Community members over the age of 60. Free with $3 suggested donation
- Requirements
  Seniors only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  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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Food pantry (groceries)
Little Falls Methodist Church
14 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

5.14 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, February 18th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Thu, February 19th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Friday
Location
139 Main St
Little Falls, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 256-0993
https://www.littlefallsumc.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

5.26 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
- Tomorrow
  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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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
13 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

5.1 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)
THE FOOD PANTRY AT ST. AGNES
7 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

4.24 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 21st (next week)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, March 21st (next month)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, April 18th (in 2 months)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- 7:00 am–9:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
65 Union Ave
Little Falls, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 256-5020
http://www.stagneslf.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
CUMAC MFP - Little Falls Municipal Building
3 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

4.31 mi
Info
Get registered to receive food here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIErXME8JUm4GO_gdWufmC7dvASnnjNZbuFEF0rRxMoW3b9Q/viewform
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, March 17th (next month)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, April 21st (in 2 months)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
225 Main Street
Little Falls Township, NJ 07424
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/mobile-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Peter's Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

5.13 mi
Info
one has to go through an interview process before being put on the list for food distribution. You should therefore call ahead before visiting the food pantry.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
179 Baldwin Road
Parsippany, NJ 07054
directions
Contact
(973) 334-2090
https://saintpetertheapostle.org/staff
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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: Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, Cafe in Cedar Grove Park at Robert O'Toole Community Center, St. Peter's Food Pantry
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.