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 Academy Heights.

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 Academy 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.

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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cl8ouckdz0000mr0h4sv9hivs">Ronald Jones Interfaith Community Outreach</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Academy Heights 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.

Free Food in Academy Heights - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In Academy HeightsLemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries)
The Food Pantry at Our Lady of Sorrows
2 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.09 mi
Info
Serves Essex County
- Requirements
  Serves New Jersey residents
  Bring referral Letter and/or Income or Assistance Letter
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Sat, December 14th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
217 Prospect Street
South Orange, NJ 07079
directions
Contact
(973) 220-8495
https://olschurch.com/calendar/
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Food pantry (groceries)
OHEB SHALOM CONG
4 reviews
Unclaimed
-1 hours -1 minutes
average wait time

0.49 mi
Info
You can find their schedule at: https://www.ohebshalom.org/event/bobrow-kosher-food-pantry-.html
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Kosher food available
Schedule
- Sun, December 1st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 months)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Sunday
Location
170 Scotland Rd
South Orange, NJ 07079
directions
Contact
(973) 762-7067
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Bobrow Kosher Food Pantry - Oheb Shalom Congregation
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.49 mi
Info
Hours: One Wednesday Night a Month 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Distribution Hours - One Sunday Morning a Month 9:00 am - 11:00 am.

Serves Essex County.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Sun, December 1st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 months)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Sunday
Location
170 Scotland Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
directions
Contact
(973) 762-7067
https://www.ohebshalom.org/calendar
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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 Academy Heights.
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!
Food pantry (groceries)
Ebenezer Christian & Missionary Alliance Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
55 minutes
average wait time

1.21 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 14th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1152 W S Orange Ave
Upper Vailsburg, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(973) 373-9205
http://www.ebenezercma.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Redeemed Christians Church of God - Overcomers Chapel
13 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

1.54 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
119 Stuyvesant Ave.
Newark, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(973) 371-0070
http://rccgovercomers.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Blinded Veterans Association
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.43 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring proof of Veteran status
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Mon, December 30th (next month)
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- Mon, January 27th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–2:00 pm
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the last Monday
Location
385 Tremont Ave
East Orange, NJ 07018
directions
Contact
(201) 532-6384
https://bva.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Tree House Cares
10 reviews
Unclaimed
32 minutes
average wait time

1.49 mi
Info
Our food distribution efforts serve hundreds of families each week by providing groceries, essential items, and resources to those in need. Please like our Facebook page to stay updated on distributions: www.facebook.com/treehousecares

No diaper distribution in December 2023
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Except the first Saturday of the month
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Saturday the 1st
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
462 Sanford Avenue
Lower Vailsburg, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(973) 393-3449
https://www.treehouseculturalarts.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
CHURCH WOMEN UNITED FOOD PANTRY
34 reviews
Unclaimed
57 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on the 1st Wednesday of the month
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Wed, December 18th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
1240 Clinton Avenue
Irvington, NJ 07111
directions
Contact
(973) 373-5930
https://www.firstccirv.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges
7 reviews
Claimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.89 mi
Info
The Interfaith Food Pantry of the Oranges (IFPO) is not accepting new clients at this time, and we do not know when we can start doing so. In the meantime, you are welcome to come for assistance and we can provide you with a set of non-perishable groceries. Unfortunately, you will not be able to get fresh produce and diapers. The IFPO is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon, except the first Wednesday of each month, when we are closed.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Closed on the 1st Wednesday of the month
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Closed on the 1st Wednesday of the month
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Closed on the 1st Wednesday of the month
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
357 South Jefferson Street
City of Orange, NJ 07050
directions
Contact
(973) 856-4000
https://www.orangesfoodpantry.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Ronald Jones Interfaith Community Outreach
10 reviews
Unclaimed
41 minutes
average wait time

1.6 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Fri, November 29th (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Fri, December 6th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
998 South Orange Avenue
Lower Vailsburg, NJ 07106
directions
Contact
(862) 285-0062
https://www.facebook.com/Ronald-Jones-Interfaith-Community-Outreach-108815441397022/about/?ref=page_internal
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Academy 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.
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 Academy Heights 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 Academy Heights that’s open today: Ronald Jones Interfaith Community Outreach
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Academy Heights for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.