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 Essington.

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 Essington 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 Essington 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 Essington that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cly4moc6c0j2ninzpgmw8ng02">Agape Ministries Food Pantry </a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cluhfg8zz0gmujyjm80h94nml">St Paul’s United Methodist Church: popup pantry</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In EssingtonLemontree 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)
Loaves and Fishes
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 5 minutes
average wait time

1.59 mi
Info
Food Pantry WILL BE CLOSED Saturday December 23, 2022 and Monday and Tuesday December 25 and 26, 2023. New Years Holiday Closure 2024 ! WILL BE CLOSED Saturday December 30, 2023 and Monday January 1, 2024.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:30 am–1:00 pm
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–1:00 pm
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- 10:30 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
703 Lincoln Avenue
Prospect Park, PA 19076
directions
Contact
(610) 532-9000
https://www.delcoloavesandfishes.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
True Vine FGB
2 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

3.04 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Call or email for registration
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
701 Morton Avenue
Chester, PA 19013
directions
Contact
(610) 490-1921
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Food pantry (groceries)
Neighbor to Neighbor CDC (Partnered with First African Baptist Church)
5 reviews
Unclaimed
43 minutes
average wait time

3.01 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Thu, December 5th (in 2 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
814 Clifton Avenue
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
directions
Contact
(610) 461-8140
https://n2ncdc.org/programs-services.htmlre
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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 Essington.
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)
Mt. Zion CME Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.01 mi
Info
SATurday pantry requires proof of address (Only allows Delaware county residents)
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Adult diapers available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Next Wednesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 am
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  12:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
- 1:30 pm–2:30 am
  every week on Wednesday
- 12:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
701 Felton Avenue
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
directions
Contact
(610) 586-4529
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Food pantry (groceries)
Clonmell United Methodist Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.61 mi
Info
Serve Gibbstown & Paulsboro
- Requirements
  ID required
  Serves New Jersey residents
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Thu, January 9th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
Location
516 West Broad Street
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
directions
Contact
(856) 423-1196
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army Chester Corps
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.48 mi
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Delivery may be available
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 25th (next month)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
151 West 15th Street
Chester, PA 19013
directions
Contact
(610) 874-4266
https://pa.salvationarmy.org/chester/Social-Services
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Food pantry (groceries)
God’s House of Glory
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.84 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Thu, December 5th (in 2 weeks)
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
900 9th Street
Chester, PA 19013
directions
Contact
(610) 876-7764
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064615872696
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Chester Eastside Inc.
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.29 mi
Info
2 emergency sessions of food supply in a year

Located in the basment of St.Paul's Church
- Requirements
  Christmas basket and Thanksgiving basket provided
  Two photo IDs required
  ID required for all members of the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:45 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:45 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:45 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday
Location
301 E. 9th St.
Chester, PA 19013
directions
Contact
(610) 872-4812
https://www.chestereastside.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Agape Ministries Food Pantry
1 review
Claimed
no ratings yet

3.48 mi
Info
everyone’s welcome. No ID necessary. weekly shopping. Outside produce stand available, outside canned goods available. Indoor produce and food pantry also a Freestore available.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Today
  6:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Friday
- 6:00 pm
  every week on Friday, Tuesday
Location
2331 Providence Avenue
Chester, PA 19013
directions
Contact
(484) 844-1755
Northchesterbaptist.org
Food pantry (groceries)
St Paul’s United Methodist Church: popup pantry
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

3.78 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, December 27th (next month)
  11:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, January 24th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–12:00 pm
- 11:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
16 East Broad Street
Paulsboro, NJ 08066
directions
Contact
(856) 662-4884
https://foodbanksj.org/zip-code-locator/#1645193437927-3bed09f4-0cae
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Essington 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 Essington 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 Essington that’s open today: Agape Ministries Food Pantry , St Paul’s United Methodist Church: popup pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Essington for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.