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Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark

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All Rutgers-Newark community members (students, staff, faculty) have access to the RU-N Pantry as a completely free resource for groceries, including dairy, grains, fresh produce, period products, and more. There is no eligibility process, order online here and pick up your order at the pantry in PRCC 226. When picking up your groceries for the first time, you'll be asked to answer a few questions and receive a free reusable bag to bring back with you.

ORDER ONLINE: https://studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu/pantryrun/orderonline To access free groceries from the food pantry, order your groceries online by following the instructions below! Online ordering opens at 10:00 am on Mondays. Online ordering closes on Fridays at 11:30 am and remains closed over the weekend unless we are open for the 2nd or 4th Saturday of the month. Remember to: Order at least 30 minutes in advance Bring your RUID when you come to pick up groceries Bring a reusable bag (we do not provide bags unless it is your first visit) SNAP New Jersey’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, NJ SNAP, provides food assistance to families with low incomes to help them buy groceries through a benefits card accepted in most food retail stores and some farmers markets. Eligibility is set by several factors, such as income and resources. You can use SNAP benefits to stretch your food budget and buy nutritious foods that can keep you and your family healthy. Many college students are eligible for SNAP! If you would like to learn more or get help with a SNAP application, contact pantry_run@newark.rutgers.edu with "SNAP Application Help" in the subject line.

  • Requirements

    • You can visit once a week
    • Must bring own bags/cart

  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries
    • Other social services available

Schedule

  • Tomorrow

    1:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • This Thursday

    1:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • This Friday

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • 11:00 am–3:00 pm

    every week on Monday

  • 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    every week on Tuesday

  • 1:00 pm–6:00 pm

    every week on Wednesday, Thursday

  • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    every week on Friday

Map of Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark

Location

350 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard

University Heights, NJ 07103

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Contact

(973) 353-0256

https://studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu/health-wellness/pantry-ru-n

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark, at 1:00 PM tomorrow. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark requires: Must bring own bags/cart.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

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?

No appointment needed! Just show up to Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. 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?

Unfortunately, Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark open today?

Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark is not open today! If you don’t see anything else open today, please let us know and we can search for additional options.

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. Pantry+ at Rutgers Newark is located at 350 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits 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.

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 near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.