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 Downtown Jersey City.

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 Downtown Jersey City 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 Downtown Jersey City 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 Downtown Jersey City that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckyah6f1l113253ovzr5wmra6c">Grace Community Services</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clgxwgky0000ule0fcjdl34cf">Trinity Church Compassion Meals</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Downtown Jersey City 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 Downtown Jersey City

Find Free Food In Downtown Jersey CityLemontree 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)
ST. MARY'S PARISH FOOD PANTRY
5 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.61 mi
Info
Food pantry is in the basement of church
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  A photo ID is required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, January 18th (in 3 weeks)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Sat, February 1st (in 2 months)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- 7:00 am–9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 7:00 am–9:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
254 2nd Street & Erie
Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 434-8500
https://stmarysparishjc.com/our-ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church
18 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 7 minutes
average wait time

0.63 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
Location
85 Wayne Street
Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 898-2350
https://www.stmatthewsjc.net/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace Community Services
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.71 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Toiletries, if available
- Info
  Open on holidays
Schedule
- Today
  7:30 am–8:30 am
- This Saturday
  7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, December 29th (next week)
  7:30 am–8:30 am
- 7:30 am–8:30 am
  every week on Saturday, Sunday
Location
39 Erie Street
Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07302
directions
Contact
(201) 659-2211
https://www.gracevanvorst.org/food-pantries
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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 Downtown Jersey City.
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)
Trinity Commons Compassion Market
4 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

1.28 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Schedule appointment through PLENTIFUL app
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  Accepts Walk-ins & Appointments
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  8:30 am–11:00 am
- This Thursday
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  8:30 am–11:00 am
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 8:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
- 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
107 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10006
directions
Contact
(917) 594-6300
https://trinitywallstreet.org/stories-news/compassion-meals-trinity
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Other public benefits
Grand Central Food Program, St. Mark's Place
1 review
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

Info
Walk-in assistance and referrals for food, clothing, shelter, housing, addiction treatment, benefits, legal services, and issues related to HIV/AIDS. Advocates for individuals and families experiencing problems in the municipal shelter system and PATH. Client advocacy for individuals having problems with public benefits. The Coalition office can be used as a mailing address.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Other public benefits: 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- This Tuesday
  Other public benefits: 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Other public benefits: 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- Other public benefits: 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
129 Fulton Street
New York, NY 10038
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2090
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/resources/coalition-for-the-homeless-crisis-intervention-department/?query=&filter=
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Trinity Church Compassion Meals
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.36 mi
Info
Free counselling and community wellness
- Requirements
  Soup kitchen: no requirements
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–10:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
89 Broadway
New York, NY 10006
directions
Contact
(212) 602-0800
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Lucy’s Shelter
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.27 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Lunch
  Breakfast
- This Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Lunch
  Breakfast
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Lunch
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
619 Grove Street
Downtown Jersey City, NJ 07310
directions
Contact
(201) 656-7201
https://www.hobokenshelter.org/help-resources/#food
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Food pantry (groceries)
NYCLK 34 Hillside Ave
1 review
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.4 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Sat, February 1st (in 2 months)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Sat, March 1st (in 3 months)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
181 Broadway
New York, NY 10007
directions
Contact
(470) 838-9292
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SNAP/EBT
Public Health Solutions
21 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time
Info
Their counselors will help you find out if you qualify for SNAP, gather required documents, and submit your application. They will also provide referrals to other programs you may need, like WIC and health insurance.

Call to get started with SNAP enrollment over the phone. You may have to leave a voicemail, but someone will call you back within 48 hours. Find the number for your borough below:

Bronx and Manhattan: 646-584-1553

Brooklyn: 646-819-2451 For Spanish: Jose 646-793-0841/ Rosemary 646-399-4822 (For Kings County Hospital SNAP services, call 646-771-5620)

Queens: 646-942-2431

Staten Island: 929-270-2181

You can also fill out their request form online, and someone will get back to you: https://www.healthsolutions.org/find-services/
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- 8:30 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Thursday, Wednesday
Location
40 Worth Street
New York, NY 10013
directions
Contact
(800) 544-8269
https://www.healthsolutions.org/community-work/food-nutrition/snap-assistance/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grand Central Food Program, Staten Island Ferry Terminal
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.54 mi
Info
"For a smoother experience, this is a grab-and-go meal site where trucks arrive sometimes earlier or later due to traffic. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled time. If the truck is running late, please allow at least 15 minutes from the scheduled arrival time before inquiring."
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Mobile soup kitchen truck
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 pm
- This Monday
  8:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  8:00 pm
- 8:00 pm
  every day
Location
4 Whitehall St
New York, NY 10004
directions
Contact
(212) 776-2000
https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/food/grand-central-food-program/grand-central-food-program-routes/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Downtown Jersey City 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 Downtown Jersey City 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 Downtown Jersey City that’s open today: Grace Community Services, Trinity Church Compassion Meals
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Downtown Jersey City for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.