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Food pantry (groceries)

WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association

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WAFAA (Women and Families Ascending Association) is a nonprofit organization that helps families and individuals overcome challenges including poverty, hunger, domestic violence, and immigration difficulties. Their food pantry provides a nutritionally balanced supply of groceries for approximately three to seven days to those struggling with hunger. WAFAA also offers counseling, crisis intervention, career development, immigration assistance, translation services, and court support. The organization serves the broader northern New Jersey area from locations in Paterson and Wayne, and is committed to protecting client privacy and confidentiality. Food pickup requires an appointment; the specific address and hours are provided once the appointment is confirmed.

  • Requirements

    • ID required
    • Call in advance for services
    • Registration required

  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries

Schedule

  • Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

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Location

Paterson Avenue

Paterson, NJ 07470

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Contact

(973) 766-2406

https://www.wafaaorganization.org/food-pantry-shelter/

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How do I get food?

Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association requires: ID required, Call in advance for services, Registration required.

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?

Yes — WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association requires an appointment or pre-registration. Check the resource page for contact info and how to schedule your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association 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, WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association open today?

WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association 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. WAFAA - Women and Families Ascending Association is located at Paterson Avenue!

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.