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 East Newark.

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 East Newark 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 East Newark 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 East Newark that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cljn1t1zn00t3pc0hk56grmsr">United Community Corporation</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckyzi7brh2526043o1d3uksgsxr">Saint John’s Soup Kitchen</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clpa6p4cp0yvnqm8hypwc0dbg">GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - KEARNY</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In East NewarkLemontree 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 Apostles' House
40 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

0.46 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Friday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
22 Grant Street
Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway, NJ 07104
directions
Contact
(973) 482-0625
https://theapostleshouse.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Bessie Green Community, Inc.
47 reviews
Unclaimed
19 minutes
average wait time

0.58 mi
Info
Entrance is in the side door of the church
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Grab and Go Groceries
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Meal delivery available for seniors
  Grab and Go Meals
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Meal delivery available for seniors
  Grab and Go Meals
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
510 Broad Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 648-6800
https://bessiegreen.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Focus Spanish Center
24 reviews
Unclaimed
56 minutes
average wait time

0.56 mi
Info
Please check the sign by the door for schedule because they change their schedule for the month every so often.

They only distribute food every 2 wednesdays in a month and the schedule is not set so call aheadd to get the correct work schedule or keep a look out for the posted sign for the next distribution day

Only serves residents of New jersey

Will have a a back to school event on the 29th of August. please feel free to bring your kids.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am
- Wed, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
441 Broad Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 624-2528
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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 East Newark.
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 Michael's Parish - Food Pantry
31 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

0.65 mi
Info
Requires to call for hours. Serves those in need within zip code 07104.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am
- Tue, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
172 Broadway
Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway, NJ 07104
directions
Contact
(973) 484-7100
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Community fridge
La Casa de Don Pedro
2 reviews
Unclaimed
2 hours
average wait time
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  12:30 pm
- Thu, January 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  12:30 pm
- Thu, January 9th (in 3 weeks)
  12:30 pm
- 12:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
39 Broadway
Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway, NJ 07104
directions
Contact
(973) 482-8312
http://www.lacasanwk.org/contact-us
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Food pantry (groceries)
Help and Reconciliation Ministry and Bible Training
11 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

0.6 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 4th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 11th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 1st (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
50 4th Ave.
Newark, NJ 07104
directions
Contact
(908) 205-2535
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Angels on the Ground
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.65 mi
Info
Angels on the Ground Inc is a non-profit (501c3) organization that feeds and clothes the homeless and displaced community in Newark.

They serve every Sunday from 7AM-9AM on Fortress of Solitude parking lot on University Ave.

They take non-perishable goods and canned goods with easy open lid.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Sun, December 29th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- Sun, January 5th (in 3 weeks)
  7:00 am–9:00 am
- 7:00 am–9:00 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
53 University Avenue
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 641-2743
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Community fridge
United Community Corporation
2 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Refills are made between 10AM-2PM
- Requirements
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
Schedule
- Open now!
  Community fridge: 7:00 pm–7:00 am
- Tomorrow
  Community fridge: 7:00 pm–7:03 am
- Next Sunday
  Community fridge: 7:00 pm–7:03 am
- Community fridge: All Day
  every day
Location
31 Fulton Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 621-8295
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Saint John’s Soup Kitchen
5 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 2 minutes
average wait time

0.87 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  11:30 am
  Lunch
- Next Tuesday
  8:00 am
  Breakfast
- Next Tuesday
  11:30 am
  Lunch
- 11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- 8:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Saturday, Friday, Thursday, Wednesday
Location
22 Mulberry Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 623-0822
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Food pantry (groceries)
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - KEARNY
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.18 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am
- Sat, January 18th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, February 15th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
380 Kearny Avenue
Kearny, NJ 07032
directions
Contact
(201) 991-1132
https://graceumckearny.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in East Newark 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 East Newark 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 East Newark that’s open today: United Community Corporation, Saint John’s Soup Kitchen, GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - KEARNY
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Newark for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.