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 Paterson.

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 Paterson 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 Paterson 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 Paterson that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clnba5hvm000syf285m4css9f">Primera Iglesia Pentecostal Abrigo del Altisimo</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle9stunq0000mi0f3rfhcr01">Eva's Kitchen</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In PatersonLemontree 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)
CUMAC
42 reviews
Unclaimed
23 minutes
average wait time

0.21 mi
Info
The client has to come any day Monday - Friday, between the hours of 9:30 am - 2:30 pm with their identification and proof of address to be able to schedule an appointment. Only serves Passaic county.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
223 Ellison Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
directions
Contact
(973) 742-5518
https://www.cumac.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children-.
20 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
Info
Diapers, other baby items and personal hygiene items may be available, but you will need to call and schedule an appointment with a social worker first (973) 881-8307.

Food bag distribution day might change, call in advance.
- Requirements
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Spanish Available
  Help with social services/public benefits
  Arabic Available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:15 am–8:50 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- Other material needs: 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
59 Mill Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 881-8307
https://oasisnj.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Hana Mission Inc
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.3 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  6:00 am–7:00 am
  Breakfast
- This Tuesday
  6:00 am–7:00 am
  Breakfast
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  6:00 am–7:00 am
  Breakfast
- 6:00 am–7:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
10 Marshall Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 357-0066
https://www.hanamission.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 Paterson.
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)
Center of Grace
8 reviews
Unclaimed
53 minutes
average wait time

0.42 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
175 Fair Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 906-3040
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Food pantry (groceries)
Primera Iglesia Pentecostal Abrigo del Altisimo
17 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

0.59 mi
Info
Distribution takes place the last Sunday of the month and may offer an additional distribution day if the resources are available.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Must have telephone number
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  10:00 am
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location
75 Cedar St
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 931-1867
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Luke's CDC Christhouse
21 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 6 minutes
average wait time

0.62 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Needs volunteers
  Distribution in parking lot
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Thursday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Tuesday
Location
269 Fair Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 345-5300
http://www.stlukecdc.org/christhouse.html
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Eva's Kitchen
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.31 mi
Info
All children must be accompanied by adults .

On christmas day only the 12 oclock lunch will be served
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–12:30 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–12:30 pm
  Lunch
- 12:00 pm–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- 8:30 am–9:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
393 Main Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 523-6220
https://www.evasvillage.org/evas-community-kitchen.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
LOVE OF JESUS FOOD PANTRY
5 reviews
Unclaimed
33 minutes
average wait time

0.45 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, January 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, February 25th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
385- Broadway
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 742-6718
http://lojpaterson.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
NORTHSIDE FOOD PANTRY C/O WYC
11 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.69 mi
Info
PARTNERING WITH NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY CRC WE STORE, PACK, AND DELIVER FOOD TO HELP FEED THE HUNGRY IN NORTH PATERSON, NJ
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
90 Jefferson Street
Paterson, NJ 07522
directions
Contact
(201) 891-1782
https://www.wyckoffreformed.org/northside-food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul's Community Development Corporation
55 reviews
Claimed
14 minutes
average wait time

0.82 mi
Info
The SPCDC Food Pantry is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The pantry is closed for all Federal holidays and during inclement winter weather events.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required on site
  Must show a New Jersey photo ID
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- This Tuesday
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- 8:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
422 Broadway
Paterson, NJ 07501
directions
Contact
(973) 710-3900
https://stpaulscdcnj.org/program.php?name=pantry
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Paterson 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 Paterson 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 Paterson that’s open today: Primera Iglesia Pentecostal Abrigo del Altisimo, Eva's Kitchen
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Paterson for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.