SNAP/EBT
Union County Division of Social Services
average user rating
Schedule
Next Monday
8:30 am–4:30 pm
Next Tuesday
8:30 am–4:30 pm
Next Wednesday
8:30 am–4:30 pm
8:30 am–4:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Thursday
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Elizabeth Corps
13 minutes
average wait time
1.32 mi
Info
- To make an appointment call (908) 352-7057
Requirements
- Proof of address required
- Registration required
- Appointments required
Offerings
- Free Groceries
- Clients can visit: Once a month
- Diapers upon availability
Schedule
Next Monday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
- ID required
- Call in advance for services
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
- ID required
- Call in advance for services
Next Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
- ID required
- Call in advance for services
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
every week on Thursday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Contact
(908) 352-7057
Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Cranford and Elizabeth
20 minutes
average wait time
0.88 mi
Offerings
- Free Groceries
Schedule
Thu, February 13th (in 2 weeks)
8:00 am–12:00 pm
Thu, February 27th (in 4 weeks)
8:00 am–12:00 pm
Thu, March 13th (next month)
8:00 am–12:00 pm
8:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Thursday
8:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Thursday
- 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 Crane Square.
- 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)
Iglesia Jesucristo Es El Señor
36 minutes
average wait time
1.19 mi
Info
There is a food distribution on Saturday once a month as well. This always falls the Saturday after 2nd Monday of the month. Call in advance if you have any questions about this distribution.
Requirements
- ID required
- Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
- Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Tue, February 11th (in 2 weeks)
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Tue, February 18th (in 3 weeks)
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries)
MT. TEMAN CHURCH
12 minutes
average wait time
1.1 mi
Info
Requirements Proof of address Union County SSI Snap
Requirements
- Number of household members
- Proof of address required
- Proof of household income required
Offerings
- Free Groceries
Schedule
Wed, February 26th (in 4 weeks)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Wed, March 26th (next month)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Wed, April 23rd (in 2 months)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
11:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 4th Wednesday
Contact
(908) 351-2625
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Joseph Social Service Center
33 minutes
average wait time
1.51 mi
Info
Serves Elizabeth residents only.. PLEASE DIRECT ALL CALLS TO REGISTER FOR THE FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM OR PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE TO: 908-354-5456
Requirements
- Proof of address required
- Call in advance for services
- Proof of household income required
- Appointments required
- A photo ID is required
Offerings
- Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 am
- Hot meal is available
- Soup Kitchen
Sat, February 8th (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
- Open to all
- Must show a New Jersey photo ID
Sat, February 8th (next week)
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 am
- Hot meal is available
- Soup Kitchen
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
every month on the 2nd Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
every month on the 4th Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
every month on the last Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 am
every week on Saturday
Food pantry (groceries)
Jefferson Park Ministries Inc. (JPM)
49 minutes
average wait time
1.27 mi
Info
*Registration will start at 9 am and food distribution will start at 1pm
- Diapers aavailable, but parent must register before the 3rd Thursday of the month.
Requirements
- ID required
- Registration required on site
Offerings
- Free Groceries
- Diapers upon availability
Schedule
Thu, February 13th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Thu, February 20th (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Thu, March 13th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Thursday
Food pantry (groceries)
Christ Fellowship of Elizabeth
20 minutes
average wait time
1.39 mi
Offerings
- Free Groceries
- Diapers upon availability
Schedule
Next Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Fri, February 14th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Fri, February 21st (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Siloam Hope Cares
22 minutes
average wait time
1.4 mi
Requirements
- ID required
- First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
- Prepared Meals
Info
- Closed During Year: Inclement weather
Schedule
Next Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
Fri, February 14th (in 2 weeks)
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
Fri, February 21st (in 3 weeks)
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
every week on Friday
Food pantry (groceries)
Elizabeth Avenue Weequahic Presbyterian Church
7 minutes
average wait time
1.43 mi
Offerings
- Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Thursday
9:30 am–10:30 am
Next Thursday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Thu, February 13th (in 2 weeks)
9:30 am–10:30 am
9:30 am–10:30 am
every week on Thursday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Thursday
- Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Crane Square 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 Crane Square 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 Crane Square that’s open today: St. Joseph Social Service Center
- Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Crane Square for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.