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 The Shades.

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 The Shades 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 The Shades 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 The Shades that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cl2h521af000404zgeo8fde6b">St Peter's Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In The ShadesLemontree 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)
BRIAN P. STACK CIVIC ASSOC. INC
74 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 3 minutes
average wait time

0.54 mi
Info
-Ask for Rosa anytime you visit for help. Might be closed on, during, and before holiday, please drop by to inquire.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Wed, March 5th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Wed, March 12th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
811 West Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 376-1942
https://brianstackcivic.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
La Esperanza - 7th Day Adventist
26 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 3 minutes
average wait time

0.63 mi
Info
Distribution starts at 3 PM .
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, March 5th (in 2 weeks)
  2:00 pm
- Wed, March 12th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm
- Wed, March 19th (in 4 weeks)
  2:00 pm
- 2:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
2410 West Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 737-9919
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Food pantry (groceries)
Palisades Emergency Residence
10 reviews
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

0.97 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
111 37th Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 348-8150
https://www.percshelter.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 The Shades.
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!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Lunchtime Ministry - St. Matthew Trinity’s Parish hall
4 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.95 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  Lunch
- Next Tuesday
  8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- 8:00 am–9:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
57 8th Street
Hoboken, NJ 07030
directions
Contact
(201) 659-4499
https://www.stmatthewtrinity.org/lunchtime-ministry
Food pantry (groceries)
Iglesia Pentecostal El Tabernacle
25 reviews
Unclaimed
51 minutes
average wait time

0.95 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  ID required for all members of the household
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, March 6th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, March 13th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
3408 Bergenline Avenue
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 430-8647
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. John's Lutheran Church Food Pantry - Hands On 4 Hunger
35 reviews
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time

1.05 mi
Info
Serves Hudson County.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, March 8th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–12:30 pm
- Sat, April 12th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–12:30 pm
- Sat, May 10th (in 3 months)
  8:00 am–12:30 pm
- 8:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
155 North Street
The Heights, NJ 07307
directions
Contact
(201) 798-0540
http://www.stjohnsjerseycity.net/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army - Union City
74 reviews
Unclaimed
44 minutes
average wait time

1.32 mi
Info
Pantry distribution may begin before 9am. Advisable to arrive early.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:15 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:15 pm
- Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am
  every week on Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:30 am–12:15 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
515 43rd Street
Union City, NJ 07087
directions
Contact
(201) 867-4093
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081490761973
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Food pantry (groceries)
Park United Methodist Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

1.24 mi
Info
Call in advance to make appointment for food pick up @ (201) 320-7534

Staff only available during appointments and on Sundays Service hours.

Food pantry staff only speaks English. Can attend all languages, but cannot make appointments in other languages--please have an interpreter ready.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Sun, March 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Sun, March 9th (in 3 weeks)
  10:30 am–12:30 pm
- 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
47 Clifton Terrace
Weehawken, NJ 07086
directions
Contact
(201) 320-7534
https://parkchurchweehawken.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hoboken Community Center
19 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.53 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Completed application
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Fri, June 13th (next quarter)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Fri, November 13th (next year)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- Fri, October 13th (in 3 years)
  10:00 am–12:30 pm
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
  every 2 weeks on Friday
Location
1301 Washington St.
Hoboken, NJ 07030
directions
Contact
(228) 238-1124
https://hobokencc.org/calendar
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Peter's Food Pantry
17 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.82 mi
Info
Call (212) 929-2390 to confirm if the Food Pantry is open before going to the scheduled distribution.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Might be closed before holidays, call to confirm.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, March 1st (next week)
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, March 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am–11:30 am
- 10:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
346 W 20th St
New York, NY 10011
directions
Contact
(212) 929-2390
www.stpeterschelsea.org
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in The Shades 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 The Shades 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 The Shades that’s open today: St Peter's Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in The Shades for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.