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 Elmora.

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 Elmora 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 Elmora 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 Elmora that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckytmxulj169773hvs53u7nmzv">Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/ckytnl2nf175393hvs3kto93vd">Salvation Army, Elizabeth Corps</a>, <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 Elmora 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 Elmora - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In ElmoraLemontree 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)
Iglesia San Jose
34 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 4 minutes
average wait time

0.02 mi
Info
Should show up at 8am in the morning as the line is really long.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Must be income-eligible
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 14th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
38 West End Place
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
directions
Contact
(908) 289-7070
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey
59 reviews
Unclaimed
11 minutes
average wait time

0.56 mi
Info
The food pantry is located behind the big building, in the small building. Clients can visit twice a month.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Today
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
655 Westfield Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 352-8375
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Siloam Hope Cares
12 reviews
Unclaimed
21 minutes
average wait time

0.62 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, December 6th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Fri, December 13th (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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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 Elmora.
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)
Jefferson Park Ministries Inc. (JPM)
20 reviews
Unclaimed
49 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, December 12th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Thu, December 19th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
- Thu, January 9th (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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Food pantry (groceries)
MT. TEMAN CHURCH
13 reviews
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

0.92 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
- This Wednesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 25th (next month)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 22nd (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
160 Madison Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 351-2625
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Food pantry (groceries)
Christ Fellowship of Elizabeth
33 reviews
Unclaimed
19 minutes
average wait time

0.79 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Fri, December 6th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Fri, December 13th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1121 Elizabeth Ave.
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 289-6322
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Elizabeth Corps
63 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

1.07 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
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
- This 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 or Friday the 1st
Location
1005 East Jersey Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
directions
Contact
(908) 352-7057
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SNAP/EBT
Union County Division of Social Services
5 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)
Iglesia Jesucristo Es El Señor
22 reviews
Unclaimed
36 minutes
average wait time

1.16 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, December 3rd (next week)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Tue, December 10th (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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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Cranford and Elizabeth
2 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.82 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, December 12th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, December 26th (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
Location
402 Union Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 352-0519
https://www.firstbaptistchurchce.org/
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Elmora 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 Elmora 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 Elmora that’s open today: Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey, Salvation Army, Elizabeth Corps, 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 Elmora for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.