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 Kearny.

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 Kearny 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 Kearny 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 Kearny that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckysaa4rp262343zunrxmvk14d">The Apostles' House</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In KearnyLemontree 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)
Salvation Army - Kearny
16 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 11 minutes
average wait time

0.13 mi
Info
Visit the office to register in advance.

Serves residents of Harrison, East Newark, Kearny, North Arlington, and Lyndhurst
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 25th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, January 22nd (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
443 Chestnut Street
Kearny, NJ 07032
directions
Contact
(201) 991-1115
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/kearny/
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church of Arlington
23 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.44 mi
- Requirements
  Kearny residents only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- Fri, December 6th (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, December 20th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, January 3rd (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Friday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
663 Kearny Avenue
Kearny, NJ 07032
directions
Contact
(973) 873-0700
http://fpcakearny.org/contact-us/
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Food pantry (groceries)
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - KEARNY
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.34 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, January 18th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am
- Sat, February 15th (in 3 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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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 Kearny.
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)
My Temple Rock Prayer
22 reviews
Unclaimed
32 minutes
average wait time

0.96 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Food Pantry Location: annex building 88-90 verona ave.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- Sat, December 14th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 8th (in 3 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
88 Verona Avenue
North Broadway, NJ 07104
directions
Contact
(201) 281-5097
https://www.templerock.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Newark Spanish 7TH Day Adventist Church
38 reviews
Unclaimed
32 minutes
average wait time

1.42 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open to all
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  3:00 pm
- Wed, December 4th (next week)
  3:00 pm
- Wed, December 11th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
58 2nd Avenue
Newark, NJ 07104
directions
Contact
(540) 597-7450
https://newarkspanishnj.adventistchurch.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Michael's Parish - Food Pantry
30 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.55 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
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  9:00 am
- Tue, December 3rd (next week)
  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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Food pantry (groceries)
Queen of Peace Romano Catholic Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.44 mi
Info
0 Saturdays from 10:00am-11:00am During the pandemic, we are open every other Saturday
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Open to North Arlington residents only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Sat, December 14th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
10 Franklin Place
Behind the Church
North Arlington, NJ 07031
directions
Contact
(201) 997-2086
https://www.facebook.com/QPCNA/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Help and Reconciliation Ministry and Bible Training
10 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.49 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, December 14th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 4th (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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Food pantry (groceries)
The Apostles' House
40 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

1.89 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
  Client can visit: twice a month
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
  Client can visit: twice a month
- This Friday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
  Client can visit: twice a month
- 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)
Little Zion U.A.M.E. Church
21 reviews
Unclaimed
26 minutes
average wait time

1.47 mi
Info
Serves: Essex county.

Requirements: Photo ID, proof of address and income, Social Security number for all the children in the home.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Social Security Card Required
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- Sat, January 18th (in 2 months)
  10:30 am–2:30 pm
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
154 Stephens Street
Belleville, NJ 07109
directions
Contact
(973) 759-7358
https://www.littlezionuame.org/events
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Kearny 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 Kearny 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 Kearny that’s open today: The Apostles' House
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Kearny for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.