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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Our Lady Of Sorrows Church

    22 reviews

    Unclaimed

    12 minutes

    average wait time

    0.83 mi


    Info

    Serves Hudson County.

    • Requirements

      • Bring ID and proof of residence
      • Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
      • Proof of household income required
      • Appointments required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clients can visit: Once a month
      • Diapers upon availability

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:30 am–1:00 pm

    • This Friday

      9:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      9:30 am–1:00 pm

    • 9:30 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

    Map of Our Lady Of Sorrows Church

    Location

    93 Clerk Street

    Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07305

    directions

    Contact

    (201) 433-0626

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    AngelaCARES

    40 reviews

    Unclaimed

    13 minutes

    average wait time

    0.89 mi


    Info

    Check their Facebook account prior to going; to know where their distribution will be because it is not always held at 512 Ocean Avenue.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
      • Appointments required
      • Other services: referral
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Provide prepacked bags or boxes of food
      • Clothing available during Thursdays
      • Diapers offered once a month, after applying.
      • Diapers available (must have child with you)
      • Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

    • Fri, January 17th (in 3 weeks)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

    • Fri, January 24th (next month)

      12:30 pm–5:00 pm

    • 12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

    • 12:30 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Friday

    Map of AngelaCARES

    Location

    512 Ocean Ave

    Jersey City , NJ 07305

    directions

    Contact

    (201) 706-2884

    https://www.angelacares.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Mt. Sinai Gospel Church

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 hour 19 minutes

    average wait time

    0.67 mi


    Info

    • Gloves and masks are required.
    • Requirements

      • Wear Facemask
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Sat, January 18th (in 3 weeks)

      8:00 am

    • Mon, January 20th (in 4 weeks)

      8:00 am

    • Sat, February 15th (in 2 months)

      8:00 am

    • 8:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • 8:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Monday

    Map of Mt. Sinai Gospel Church

    Location

    27 Prescott Street

    Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304

    directions
  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 Communipaw.

  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)

    THE GEORGE PITCHFORD FOOD PANTRY

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.7 mi


    Info

    Church is at 492 Bramhall Ave Jersey City, NJ 07304 but the food distribution is at 509 Bramhall Ave Jersey City, New Jersey

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers upon availability
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Sat, January 18th (in 3 weeks)

      8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, February 15th (in 2 months)

      8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, March 15th (in 3 months)

      8:30 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:30 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    Map of THE GEORGE PITCHFORD FOOD PANTRY

    Location

    509 Bramhall Avenue

    Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304

    directions
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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Christ the King Church

    9 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.75 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    Map of Christ the King Church

    Location

    768 Ocean Avenue

    Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304

    directions
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Salvation Army - Jersey City

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    22 minutes

    average wait time

    1.01 mi


    Info

    • They may ask for social security card, but it is not required
    • Serves Jersey City residents
    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • ID required
      • Social Security Card Required
      • Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clients can visit: Once a month

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • Offers after school program
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, January 2nd (next week)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • Offers after school program
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, January 9th (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

      • Offers after school program
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    Map of Salvation Army - Jersey City

    Location

    562 Bergen Avenue

    McGinley Square, NJ 07304

    directions
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    St. Matthew's Lutheran Church

    18 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 hour 7 minutes

    average wait time

    1.07 mi


    Info

    There is often a long line waiting to receive food. Come early if you can.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am

    • Sat, January 4th (next week)

      9:00 am

    • Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am

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

    • 9:00 am

      every week on Saturday

    Map of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church

    Location

    85 Wayne Street

    Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07302

    directions
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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Let's Celebrate

    15 reviews

    Unclaimed

    14 minutes

    average wait time

    1.09 mi


    Info

    On Monday's and Wednesday's Registration will be done on site .

    • Requirements

      • Bring ID and proof of residence
      • Proof of household income required
      • Registration required
      • Appointments required
      • ID required for all members of the household
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clients can visit: Once a month

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am

      • Breakfast
    • Today

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm

      • Lunch
    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–9:30 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:30 pm

      every week on Thursday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday

    Map of Let's Celebrate

    Location

    46 Fairview Avenue

    McGinley Square, NJ 07304

    directions

    Contact

    (201) 433-5438

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Zion Cares Community Development Corp.

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 hour 4 minutes

    average wait time

    0.75 mi


    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Bring ID and proof of residence
      • Appointments required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
      • Diapers and pad service

    Schedule

    • Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, February 8th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, March 8th (in 3 months)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    Map of Zion Cares Community Development Corp.

    Location

    521 Bramhall Avenue

    Jersey City, NJ 07304

    directions

    Contact

    (201) 705-7408

    https://www.zioncaresjc.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    BITE-The Black Interest Team Enterprise

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.6 mi


    Info

    Serves: Hudson County May have a lot of food and you are advised to go with extra assistance from family members.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, February 1st (in 2 months)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, March 1st (in 3 months)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, November 1st (next year)

      12:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Saturday the 1st

    Map of BITE-The Black Interest Team Enterprise

    Location

    400 Arlington Avenue

    Bergen-Lafayette, NJ 07304

    directions
  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Communipaw 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 Communipaw 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 Communipaw that’s open today: Christ the King Church, Let's Celebrate

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Communipaw for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.