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 Iselin.

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 Iselin 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 Iselin 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 Iselin that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/ckxz77tx9009v04z68w6y5jwk">St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Cathedral</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In IselinLemontree 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.

Food pantry (groceries)
ST. CECELIA FOOD PANTRY
20 minutes
average wait time

0.09 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Tue, June 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Tue, June 18th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
45 Wilus Way
Iselin, NJ 08830
directions
Contact
(732) 283-2300
http://stcecelia.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Presbyterian Church Of Iselin
no ratings yet

0.14 mi
Info
Call the Friday before the distribution day to schedule an appointment.

Must bring a proof of address showing that you live in Woodbridge township.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sun, June 9th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
  Appointments required
- Sun, July 14th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
  Appointments required
- Sun, August 11th (in 3 months)
  9:00 am–12:30 pm
  Appointments required
- 9:00 am–12:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
Location
1295 Oak Tree Road
Iselin, NJ 08830
directions
Contact
(732) 283-1188
1stPresbyterianiselin.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Evangel church
10 minutes
average wait time

0.37 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Thu, June 27th (in 4 weeks)
  6:00 pm–7:30 pm
- Thu, July 25th (in 2 months)
  6:00 pm–7:30 pm
- Thu, August 29th (in 3 months)
  6:00 pm–7:30 pm
- 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
  every month on the last Thursday
Location
48 Berkeley Blvd
Iselin, NJ 08830
directions
Contact
(908) 322-9300
https://www.evangelchurch.com/get-connected/ministries/missions/community-outreaches/
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 Iselin.
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)
First Presbyterian Church of Avenel
5 minutes
average wait time

2.15 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
- Tue, June 25th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, July 30th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, August 27th (in 3 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
Food pantry (groceries)
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
16 minutes
average wait time

2.75 mi
Info
They are open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month between 10am - 1pm for the childrens clothing pantry a verry discounted price ranging between 25 cents and a dollar
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, June 10th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Mon, July 1st (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 1st Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Monday
Location
600 Rahway Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 634-1024
http://www.fpcwoodbridgenj.org/community-outreach.php
Food pantry (groceries)
“ELIJAH’S BREAD” FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH
6 minutes
average wait time

2.52 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, June 9th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sun, June 16th (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/
Food pantry (groceries)
Trinity Church Food Pantry
16 minutes
average wait time

2.8 mi
Info
Serves Middlesex. Food distributions every Thursday and the first Saturday of the month. The next pantry as of now will be 01/13/2024. After that will be every Thursday that month. Diapers and sanitary items are only available on Saturdays
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–11:30 am
- Next Thursday
  4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, June 13th (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
Food pantry (groceries)
St. James Church Food Bank
no ratings yet

2.58 mi
Info
Serves woodbridge residents only
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
174 Grove Street
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
directions
Contact
(732) 636-4310
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Cathedral
20 minutes
average wait time

2.93 mi
- Requirements
  Edison Residents only
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Open now!
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
32 Elm Ave
Metuchen, NJ 08840
directions
Contact
(732) 548-0100
https://www.stfranciscathedral.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
SISTERS & BROTHERS OUTREACH
25 minutes
average wait time

2.95 mi
- Requirements
  Donations required
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, June 13th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, June 20th (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
1318 East St. Georges Ave
Linden, NJ 07036
directions
Contact
(908) 994-9797
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Iselin 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 Iselin 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 Iselin that’s open today: St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Cathedral
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Iselin for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.