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.

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 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 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 that’s open today: Rahway Food for Friends , Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
LINCS Food Pantry
32 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time

0.47 mi
Info
Register to Linden social services office before getting food. Make an appointment by calling: 9084748620

Will be given a Pantry ID upon registration
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- Mon, February 16th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, February 17th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Mon, March 16th (next month)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Monday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
14 West Munsell Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
directions
Contact
(908) 925-2523
https://www.facebook.com/LINCSFoodPantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Rahway Food for Friends
85 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.1 mi
Info
Union County residents only Distribution operates on a first-come, first-served basis until food runs out Drive-thru service available Mondays Eligibility requires meeting USDA qualifying criteria and income guidelines.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries may be available
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  To participate you must meet one of the USDA qualifying codes.
  Drive thru services every Monday
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  Fresh produce
  To participate you must meet one of the USDA qualifying codes.
  Drive thru services every Monday
- Fri, February 13th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  To participate you must meet one of the USDA qualifying codes.
  Drive thru services every Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1221 New Brunswick Avenue
Rahway, NJ 07065
directions
Contact
(732) 381-7201
https://www.facebook.com/rahwayfoodforfriends1/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Greater Mt Moriah Baptist Church
7 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.36 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 28th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, April 25th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
24 East 14th Street
Linden, NJ 07036
directions
Contact
(908) 862-7766
https://www.gmmbc.net/events
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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.
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)
SISTERS & BROTHERS OUTREACH
34 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.78 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  4:00 pm
- Thu, February 26th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm
- Thu, March 12th (next month)
  4:00 pm
- 4:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 4:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
1316 East Saint Georges Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
directions
Contact
(908) 994-9797
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Food pantry (groceries)
RAHWAY COMMUNITY ACTION ORG.
76 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.95 mi
Info
Only serve Rahway residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 18th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, February 25th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
796 East Hazelwood Ave
Rahway, NJ 07065
directions
Contact
(732) 382-9311
https://www.rahwaycao.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bethesda French SDA Church
33 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.06 mi
Info
Volunteers needed

Clients can visit every 2 weeks

Closed during inclement weather
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Clients can visit every 2 weeks
- Wed, February 25th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Clients can visit every 2 weeks
- Wed, March 11th (next month)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Clients can visit every 2 weeks
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
Location
302 E. 9th Avenue
Roselle, NJ 07203
directions
Contact
(908) 659-8327
http://bethesdafrench23.adventistchurchconnect.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey
71 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.04 mi
Info
The food pantry is located behind the big building, in the small building. Clients can visit twice a month.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers may be available
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Friday
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
655 Westfield Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
directions
Contact
(908) 352-8375
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Life Pantry @ Faith Baptist Church
41 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.56 mi
Info
You only need to sign in with name & address. We need to know if you receive snap. Wic or if you rec Medicaid, SSI, etc If not, you would most likely qualify for low income (185% above poverty line) . You do not need to bring any papers . Please Use Back Door
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 14th (next week)
  12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  Registration required
- Sat, February 28th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  Registration required
- Sat, March 14th (next month)
  12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  Registration required
- 12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
611 Raritan Road
Cranford, NJ 07016
directions
Contact
(908) 272-7088
http://newlifecranford.com/calendar
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Food pantry (groceries)
MORNING STAR COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CENTER
25 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.66 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 21st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, March 21st (next month)
  9:00 am
- Sat, April 18th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
1009 Chandler Ave
Linden, NJ 07036
directions
Contact
(908) 925-7979
https://morningstarccc.org/ministry/serving/
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Food pantry (groceries)
AGAPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER
16 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

2.16 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Drive-thru only
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, February 21st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 21st (next month)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, April 18th (in 2 months)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
501 E. Hazelwood Ave.
Rahway, NJ 07065
directions
Contact
(732) 680-9800
https://agapecenter.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 that’s open today: Rahway Food for Friends, Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central New Jersey
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.