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 Ironbound.

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 Ironbound 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 Ironbound 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 The Ironbound 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 The Ironbound.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In The IronboundLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Community fridge
United Community Corporation
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Fridge refilled between 10am-2pm. Pamper available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm: Birth certificate required
- Offerings
  Diapers upon availability
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Friday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
106 Ann Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(973) 642-0181
https://uccnewark.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Newark Water Coalition - Wilson Avenue
59 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, June 8th (next week)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
7 Wilson Avenue
Newark, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(732) 762-7687
https://www.newarkwatercoalition.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
The Universal Church (Unisocial)
28 minutes
average wait time

0.69 mi
Info
Every Friday - Pre registration to get a ticket 🎟 at 1pm ( limited ticket)

Children not allow to get the ticket and or food , It necessary be an adult .
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, June 8th (next week)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:00 am
- 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
51 St. Francis St.
Newark, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(201) 757-7665
https://www.facebook.com/TheUniversalChurchNewark.PT/
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 Ironbound.
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)
Grace Church in Newark
16 minutes
average wait time

0.83 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Needs volunteers
Schedule
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, June 8th (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
950 Broad St
Newark, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 623-1733
https://www.gracechurchinnewark.org/contact-us
Food pantry (groceries)
Esperanza Azteca
no ratings yet

0.52 mi
Info
The food distribution will be posted on Facebook if there are any changes.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, June 12th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Wed, July 10th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Wed, August 14th (in 3 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
Location
384 Market Street
North Ironbound, NJ 07105
directions
Contact
(646) 462-8105
https://www.facebook.com/esperanzaazatecanj/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Saint John’s Soup Kitchen
1 hour 33 minutes
average wait time

0.87 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  11:30 am
  Lunch
- This Thursday
  8:00 am
  Breakfast
- 11:30 am
  every week on Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- 8:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Saturday, Friday, Thursday, Wednesday
Location
22 Mulberry Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 623-0822
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Newark Emergency Services for Families
no ratings yet

0.82 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–11:30 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–11:30 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Friday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
982 Broad Street
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 639-2100
https://www.nesfnj.org/emergency-assistance-program/
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other material needs
St. James Social Service Corporation
53 minutes
average wait time

1.19 mi
Info
The Emergency Food Pantry operates Monday through Friday and is staffed by volunteers. Registration is between 3-3:30 pm. Those in need are eligible to receive groceries for 4-5 meals per family size once a month
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Other material needs: 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  Diapers and feminine hygiene products may be available
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Other material needs: 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
604 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Springfield/Belmont, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 624-4007
https://stjamesssc.org/services/
Food pantry (groceries)
Willing Heart Community Center
30 minutes
average wait time

1.24 mi
- Requirements
  Serves New Jersey residents
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, June 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, June 18th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
555 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Newark, NJ 07103
directions
Contact
(973) 622-2100
https://willingheartccc.com/contact_us
SNAP/EBT
Essex County Department of Citizen Services
average user rating

Info
Wednesdays by appointment only. Call (973) 733-2001 to schedule appointment
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  SNAP/EBT: 7:30 am–7:30 pm
- This Thursday
  SNAP/EBT: 7:30 am–4:00 pm
- This Friday
  SNAP/EBT: 7:30 am–4:00 pm
- SNAP/EBT: 7:30 am–7:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- SNAP/EBT: 7:30 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
320 University Avenue
Central Ward, NJ 07102
directions
Contact
(973) 395-8000
http://essexcountynj.org/citizen-services/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in The Ironbound 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 Ironbound 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 The Ironbound 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 The Ironbound.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in The Ironbound for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.