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 Contempra.

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 Contempra 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 Contempra 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Contempra to see if any are 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 in Contempra.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Contempra 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 Contempra - Lemontree Directory

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Food pantry (groceries)
Matawan Community Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.01 mi
Info
Except for our Thanksgiving and Christmas distributions when we meet on a Saturday before the holiday.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 28th (next week)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 22nd (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
201 Broad Street
Matawan, New Jersey 07747
directions
Contact
(732) 566-2663
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Food pantry (groceries)
Matawan United Methodist Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.01 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Thrift Shop
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  6:30 pm–7:30 pm
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Thu, January 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- 6:30 pm–7:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 6:30 pm–7:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
478 Atlantic Avenue
(Corner of Church St.)
Strathmore, NJ 07747
directions
Contact
(732) 566-2996
https://matawanumc.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Benedict's Emergency Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.82 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
165 Bethany Road
(entrance on Hillcrest, located in house left of school)
Holmdel, NJ 07733
directions
Contact
(732) 264-4712
https://stbenedictholmdel.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 in Contempra.
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)
St. Joseph Church - SVDP Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.45 mi
Info
Serve residents of Keyport, Matawan, and Aberdeen. Call (732-290-1878) for food delivery.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, January 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, February 6th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, March 6th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Thursday
Location
376 Maple Place
Keyport, NJ 07735
directions
Contact
(732) 290-1878
https://www.fatimakeyport.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Johns' Community Meals
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.04 mi
Info
Serves Monmouth County.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, January 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
- Thu, January 9th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
2000 Florence Avenue
Hazlet, NJ 07730
directions
Contact
https://www.facebook.com/StJohnsUMCFoodPantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
38 minutes
average wait time

3.17 mi
Info
Can visit upto 3 times a month.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Next Thursday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Tue, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
42 Elizabeth Street
Keyport, New Jersey 07735
directions
Contact
(732) 888-1986
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Food pantry (groceries)
Providence Baptist Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.98 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 18th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 15th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
49 Kennedy Ave.
Cliffwood Bch, New Jersey 07721
directions
Contact
(732) 566-4430
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Food pantry (groceries)
OLD BRIDGE TOWNSHIP FOOD BANK
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.33 mi
Info
For intake appointment to receive food, you must call 732-721-5600 ext. 6215 (Sandy) or ext. 6625 (Diane). Clients must make initial contact via phone. Required information: 2 proofs of residency, proof of income, SSI/SSD award letter and/or Medicare card.
- Requirements
  Must pass the intake to qualify.
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Seniors Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
1 Old Bridge Plaza
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
directions
Contact
(732) 721-5600
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Food pantry (groceries)
Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.42 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Other services: referral
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Next Thursday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Tue, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
42 Elizabeth St
Keyport, NJ 07735
directions
Contact
(732) 264-1484
https://keyportfoodpantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.32 mi
Info
Can visit upto 3 times a month.
- Requirements
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:30 pm
- Next Thursday
  9:30 am–11:30 pm
- Tue, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 pm
- 9:30 am–11:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
42 Elizabeth Street
Keyport, NJ 07735
directions
Contact
(732) 888-1986
https://keyportfoodpantry.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Contempra 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 Contempra 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Contempra to see if any are 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 in Contempra.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Contempra for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.