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 South River.

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 South River 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 South River 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in South River to see if any are 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 in South River.

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
SOUTH RIVER FOOD BANK
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.27 mi
Info
Must be South River resident
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, December 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
98 Jackson Street
South River, NJ 08882
directions
Contact
(732) 257-1999
https://www.southrivernj.org/228/Office-on-Aging
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Food pantry (groceries)
UNION BAPTIST CHURCH OF SOUTH RIVER INC., JOSHUA FOOD PANTRY & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
8 reviews
Unclaimed
19 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
Info
Contact: Dawn Broughton.

Available to any Middlesex County resident in need.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, December 5th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Thu, December 19th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
76 Washington Street
South River, NJ 08882
directions
Contact
(732) 254-0066
https://www.facebook.com/UBCSouthRiver/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Legacy Church Inc.
1 review
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

1.15 mi
Info
First time users are advised to come on Saturday for the registration process. Previous members are welcomed to come on either days.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, December 18th (in 3 weeks)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
- Wed, January 15th (in 2 months)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
264 Whitehead Ave
South River, NJ 08882
directions
Contact
(732) 993-3625
https://www.legacychurchnj.com/outreach
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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 South River.
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)
Aldersgate Outreach Community Center - AOCC
4 reviews
Claimed
42 minutes
average wait time

2.53 mi
- Requirements
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Location
568 Ryders Lane
Lower Level of Church
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
directions
Contact
(732) 254-7361
https://www.aldersgateumcnj.org/calendar.html
Food pantry (groceries)
SAYREVILLE CARE & SHARE FOOD BANK
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.52 mi
Info
Open to Sayreville residents only
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Must be income-eligible
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Adult diapers available
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tue, December 3rd (next week)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, December 17th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Tue, January 7th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
Senior Center
423 Main Street
Sayreville, NJ 08872
directions
Contact
(732) 721-8053
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Food pantry (groceries)
Our Lady of Victories Roman Catholic Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.59 mi
Info
Only serves Sayreville

They do not offer any set schedule but require a call ahead to set up scheules on a need basis
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Our Lady of Victories Roman Catholic Church has no upcoming openings!
Location
42 Main Street
Sayreville, NJ 08872
directions
Contact
(732) 257-0077
https://www.olvsayrenj.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul's United Church of Christ
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.59 mi
Info
Call 732-828-0020 between 9am to 12pm Monday thru Friday to make an appointment.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
62 South Main Street
Milltown, NJ 08850
directions
Contact
(732) 828-0020
https://stpaulsmilltownnj.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
ST. PETERS COMMUNITY DEV. CORP
6 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

3.71 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- This Tuesday
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
455 Main Street
Spotswood, NJ 08884
directions
Contact
(908) 907-1434
https://www.stpetersspotswood.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Alice's Cup Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

3.71 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- This Tuesday
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
455 Main Street
Spotswood, NJ 08884
directions
Contact
(732) 251-2551
https://www.facebook.com/Alicescupfoodpantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hands of Hope for the Community at St. James Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
11 minutes
average wait time

3.77 mi
Info
Serves Middlesex County.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 7th (next week)
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- Sat, December 21st (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- Sat, January 4th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:30 pm
- 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 11:00 am–1:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2136 Woodbridge Avenue
Edison, NJ 08817
directions
Contact
(732) 236-3330
http://handsofhopenj.net
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in South River 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 South River 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in South River to see if any are 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 in South River.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in South River for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.