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 Elizabeth.

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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cl26i2mnf130183lzdxt2qjd3k">Union County Division of Social Services</a>

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Elizabeth Corps
55 reviews
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time

0.2 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
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- This Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Call in advance for services
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every month on the 1st Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Monday
Location
1005 East Jersey Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 352-7057
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Food pantry (groceries)
Christ Fellowship of Elizabeth
23 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

0.15 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, April 11th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, April 18th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1121 Elizabeth Ave.
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 289-6322
https://www.cfofelizabeth.com
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
MT. TEMAN CHURCH
10 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

0.16 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
- Thu, April 24th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, April 26th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am
- Thu, May 22nd (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
160 Madison Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 351-2625
https://mttemaname.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 Elizabeth.
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
21 reviews
Unclaimed
36 minutes
average wait time

0.28 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
- Tomorrow
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Tue, April 8th (next week)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Tue, April 15th (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
201 Spring Street
#223
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 355-1335
https://www.ijeesi.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Siloam Hope Cares
12 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.27 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
Schedule
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Fri, April 11th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Fri, April 18th (in 2 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
Location
42 Broad Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 354-0016
https://shfpchurch.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Joseph Social Service Center
36 reviews
Unclaimed
43 minutes
average wait time

0.59 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
- This Saturday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–1:00 am
  Hot meal is available
  Soup Kitchen
- Sat, April 12th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Open to all
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
- Sat, April 12th (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
Location
118 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 352-2989
https://www.sjeliz.org/food-pantry.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jefferson Park Ministries Inc. (JPM)
17 reviews
Unclaimed
39 minutes
average wait time

0.48 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, April 10th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Thu, April 17th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
- Thu, May 8th (in 2 months)
  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
Location
70 West Grand Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
directions
Contact
(908) 469-9508
https://www.jeffersonparks.com/our-services-1
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SNAP/EBT
Trinitas Regional Medical Center (Elizabeth, NJ)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
Serves Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, Union Get Help Applying SNAP provides food assistance to families and individuals who qualify to help buy groceries in most food retail stores and some farmers markets. Eligibility is set by several factors, such as income and resources. Not sure if you are eligible? Learn more about SNAP eligibility https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njsnap/apply/eligibility/ or find out if you and your family may be eligible for SNAP https://www.njhelps.gov/. Need Help with Your Application? Ask a SNAP Navigator Applying for SNAP can be confusing. A SNAP Navigator can help you apply and help you keep your benefits so you can get the food assistance you need. SNAP Navigators will walk you through: How SNAP works Eligibility requirements What documents you need to apply The application process How to keep your SNAP benefits They also can answer questions and correct misconceptions about SNAP to help you decide if SNAP is right for you. This help is free and confidential.
- Requirements
  Call or email for registration
- Offerings
  SNAP assistance available
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
225 Williamson Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
directions
Contact
(973) 926-7627
https://www.rwjbh.org/why-rwjbarnabas-health-/social-impact/snap-navigator-program/
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SNAP/EBT
Union County Division of Social Services
4 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating
Schedule
- Today
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- This Wednesday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Thursday
Location
342 Westminster Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 965-2700
https://ucnj.org/dhs/#11
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Cranford and Elizabeth
4 reviews
Unclaimed
24 minutes
average wait time

0.65 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, April 10th (next week)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, April 24th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, May 8th (in 2 months)
  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
Location
402 Union Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 352-0519
https://www.firstbaptistchurchce.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth that’s open today: Union County Division of Social Services
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Elizabeth for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.