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 West Carteret.

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 West Carteret 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 West Carteret 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 West Carteret that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clek10q630009kx0fib0nturj">Trinity Church 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 West Carteret 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 West Carteret - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In West CarteretLemontree 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)
RAHWAY COMMUNITY ACTION ORG.
38 reviews
Unclaimed
33 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Come early. Line starts at 8am
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Rahway Food for Friends
51 reviews
Unclaimed
43 minutes
average wait time

1.67 mi
Info
To volunteer contact the office 732-381-7201
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
  Must be income-eligible
  Drive thru services every Monday
  To participate you must meet one of the USDA qualifying codes.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Toiletries, if available
  Diapers and pad service
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 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.rahwayfoodforfriendsnj.org/food-pantry-distribution
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Food pantry (groceries)
AGAPE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER
8 reviews
Unclaimed
49 minutes
average wait time

1.43 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Drive-up Food Pantry
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, January 25th (in 2 months)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
501 E. Hazelwood Ave.
Rahway, NJ 07065
directions
Contact
(732) 680-9800
https://agapecenter.org/sept2024fooddistribution/
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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 West Carteret.
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)
St Joseph's Food Pantry
15 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

1.86 mi
Info
School supplies may be available during distribution dates for the food pantry. This is although not given
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 25th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
55 High St
Carteret, NJ 07008
directions
Contact
(732) 541-8946
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Food pantry (groceries)
Calvary Baptist Church
19 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

1.71 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 25th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
38 McKinley Ave
Carteret, NJ 07008
directions
Contact
(732) 541-9169
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church of Avenel
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.13 mi
Info
Emergency food distribution is available. If it is an emergency you may call the church office for immediate assistance. Food donations and toiletries are accepted.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Supplemental governmental help proof is required (Disability, WIC, or Social Security)
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, December 31st (next month)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, January 28th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the last Tuesday
Location
621 E. Woodbridge Ave.
Avenel, NJ 07001
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1631
http://avenelpresbyterianchurch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
SISTERS & BROTHERS OUTREACH
20 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.35 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 28th (next week)
  4:00 pm
  Donations required
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm
  Donations required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, December 26th (next month)
  4:00 pm
  Donations required
- 4:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 4:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
1318 East St. Georges Ave
Linden, NJ 07036
directions
Contact
(908) 994-9797
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Food pantry (groceries)
Trinity Church Food Pantry
20 reviews
Unclaimed
31 minutes
average wait time

2.55 mi
Info
The pantry is closed the Thursday before the first Saturday.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Today
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 28th (next week)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, December 5th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 10:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
51 Trinity Lane
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 326-2240
www.trinitywoodbridge.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
“ELIJAH’S BREAD” FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH
10 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.42 mi
Info
Nonperishable food is available to residents of Woodbridge, Perth Amboy, and Carteret.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Non-perishable food only
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sun, December 1st (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sun, December 8th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
121 East Prospect Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 636-7727
http://www.yourfamilychurch.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
LINCS Food Pantry
25 reviews
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

2.34 mi
Info
Register to Linden social services office before start getting food. Make an appointment by calling: 9084748620
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Mon, December 16th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 17th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- January 20th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Mon, January 20th (in 2 months)
  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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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in West Carteret 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 West Carteret 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 West Carteret that’s open today: Trinity Church 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 West Carteret for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.