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 Plainfield.

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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield that’s open today: S.H.E.E.L.D. (The Lord's Kitchen) , Joane Hollis Garden

Where are you located?

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

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Plainfield for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Plainfield, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
El Centro Hispanoamericano
40 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.78 mi
Info
El Centro Hispanoamericano is a nonprofit community organization serving immigrants and refugees through affordable legal services, social services, education, community advocacy, organizing, and cultural programs.
Requirements
You can visit once a week
Proof of address required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Clothing may be available
Delivery may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm @ El Centro Hispanoamericano
Must bring own bags/cart
Tue, September 1st (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm @ El Centro Hispanoamericano
Must bring own bags/cart
Tue, September 8th (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm @ El Centro Hispanoamericano
Must bring own bags/cart
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
525 E Front St
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 753-8730
https://www.elcentronj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army, Plainfield Corps
47 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.2 mi
Info
The Plainfield Corps is a Salvation Army community service center that assists area residents with basic needs and community support.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Client choice pantry
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm @ Plainfield Corps
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am @ Plainfield Corps
Next Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am @ Plainfield Corps
Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:30 am
every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
615 Watchung Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060-2511
directions
Contact
(908) 756-2595
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/plainfield/our-programs/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
S.H.E.E.L.D. (The Lord's Kitchen)
46 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.81 mi
Info
A Shiloh Baptist Church outreach ministry operating in partnership with SHEELD, serving Plainfield-area neighbors and families with groceries and hot meals with dignity and love.
Requirements
You can visit twice a month
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Wed, September 16th (in 4 weeks)
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
every month on the 4th Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
515 West 4th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
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https://www.weareshiloh.org/ministries
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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 Plainfield.
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)
Bianca F.L.O.W.E.R.S., INC. Food Pantry
18 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.34 mi
Info
Bianca F.L.O.W.E.R.S., Inc. is a nonprofit organization providing temporary assistance and supportive resources to people experiencing homelessness and to individuals and families in crisis, with a goal of helping them become self-sufficient.
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Other social services available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Tue, September 1st (in 2 weeks)
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Tue, September 8th (in 3 weeks)
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
145 Park Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 507-4118
https://bflowersinc2021.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Iris House New Jersey Fresh Food(FFM) Market
6 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

1.55 mi
Info
Monthly community Fresh Food Market held at Iris House’s Plainfield office providing free groceries with an emphasis on fresh produce. Events are often paired with free HIV/STD testing and health screenings run by Iris House/AHF outreach teams. Open community distribution; participants are asked to bring their own bags.
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Thursday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Thu, September 24th (next month)
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Thu, October 22nd (in 2 months)
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
209 W 8th St
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 561-5057
https://www.irishouse.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Covenant Church of God
39 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.16 mi
Info
On-site registration required. Clients can reach a care coordinator for food assistance by dialing extension 104 after calling the main number.
Requirements
You can visit twice a month
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Sat, September 5th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am @ New Covenant Church of God
Registration required
Sat, September 19th (in 4 weeks)
9:00 am @ New Covenant Church of God
Registration required
Sat, October 3rd (in 2 months)
9:00 am @ New Covenant Church of God
Registration required
9:00 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
9:00 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
225 East 7th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 226-0223
https://newcovenantnj.com/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.22 mi
Info
A church-based community outreach ministry operated by Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church to support the local community.
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Next Monday
10:00 am–10:30 am
Next Tuesday
11:00 am–2:30 pm
Next Wednesday
10:00 am–10:30 am
10:00 am–10:30 am
every week on Monday
10:00 am–10:30 am
every week on Wednesday
10:00 am–10:30 am
every week on Thursday
10:00 am–10:30 am
every week on Friday
11:00 am–2:30 pm
every month on the 2nd Tuesday
11:00 am–2:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Tuesday
11:00 am–2:30 pm
every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
716 Watchung Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 756-2468
https://crescentave.church/valaries-soup-kitchen
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Food pantry (groceries)
Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church – Food Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.63 mi
Info
Parish‑run food pantry provides free groceries to individuals and families in need. The pantry distributes shelf‑stable foods and, when donations allow, fresh produce. Clients can also receive toiletries and baby essentials. No appointment is required and the pantry entrance is at the rear of the church.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Proof of address required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
Wed, September 2nd (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
Wed, September 9th (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
every month on the 2nd Sunday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am
every week on Wednesday
Location
1571 Martine Avenue
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
directions
Contact
(908) 889-2100
https://ihmparish.net/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Plainfield Action Services
21 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.24 mi
Info
Only Plainfield residents. Call Monday or Wednesday to make an appointment.

Photo ID – Primary Participant (Green Card or Passport)
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Thursday
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Appointment required
Tue, September 1st (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Appointment required
9:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
510 Watchung Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 753-3519
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Food pantry (groceries)
Joane Hollis Garden
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.81 mi
Info
A community food-pantry resource associated with the JoAnne Hollis Gardens public-housing community and community center.
Requirements
ID required
Must bring own bags/cart
Proof of address required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
9:00 am–2:00 pm
Sat, September 26th (next month)
9:00 am–2:00 pm
Sat, October 24th (in 2 months)
9:00 am–2:00 pm
9:00 am–2:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
543 West 3rd Street
Plainfield, NJ 07060
directions
Contact
(908) 769-6335
https://www.joannehollisgardens.com/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Plainfield 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield that’s open today: S.H.E.E.L.D. (The Lord's Kitchen), Joane Hollis Garden
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Plainfield for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Plainfield for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Plainfield, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.