Food banks, free groceries and pantries in Atlantic County
In an effort to prevent hunger, food banks across Atlantic County help low income families as well as people with no money that are facing a one time crisis. There are pantries as well as soup kitchen locations based at churches and local charity organizations. Get a free box of groceries, personal toiletries, meals and more from a food pantry near you in Atlantic County, as listed below.
Many of the distribution also partner with the state and county government on their food assistance programs, including SNAP and WIC. The resources available at a food pantry in southern New Jersey as well as Atlantic County are focused on struggling households. Locations may offer free bags of groceries, snacks for children, pet food, gluten free items, or hot meals to the homeless. Staff will also be able to help clients meet other needs, whether it is feminine products, applications to SNAP food stamps, provide USDA commodities, or more. So the pantries are wide ranging in what they do.
The types of goods as well as the hours of each pantry will vary widely. It is recommended that residents call a location before stopping by.
Free food distribution centers in Atlantic County
Atlantic City Rescue Mission
Main address - 2009 Bacharach Blvd, Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401. Phone (609) 345 – 5517
This charity focuses on the homeless and working poor in the county. Hot meals, cleaning supplies, clothing, and shelter may all be provided as well as a hot meal. They feed homeless people in Atlantic County and people living in poverty.
Church of God of Prophecy
113 Fabian Ave, Northfield, NJ 08225. Telephone (609) 272-2333
The food pantry has canned, shelf stable groceries. Cereal, rice, pasta, beans, oatmeal and other goods are given out.
Westminister Christian Worship
Programs for the low-income, including a pantry, is at 2015 Morningside Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Dial (609) 289-8260
A year round, drive thru food pantry is open year round. They also have free holiday meals, including at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. Also get instant milk, eggs, and other goods.
Bangladesh Association of South Jersey
Location is 2709 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Call 609-214-4940
Anyone who needs food will get help - including immigrants and the Asian community.
Beacon Evangelical Free Church
420 S Sixth Ave, Galloway, 76 W Landis Ave, Vineland, NJ, 08360. Call (609) 748 - 0001
The Hope Chest program is a food bank. It offers free clothing, non-perishable food, and personal hygiene and care items.
Spanish Community Center - Shore AHEC
303 Sumner St, Landisville, NJ, 08326. Main number is (856) 697 - 2967
Catholic Charities Diocese of Atlantic City
Address: 9 N Georgia Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Dial (609) 345 – 3448
Baby supplies as well as free food, meals, and even financial aid is provided. Christmas and Thanksgiving gifts and food may be provided as well in Atlantic County.
Jewish Family Service of Atlantic Counties
Location is 607 N Jerome Ave, Margate City, NJ, 08402. Main phone - (609) 822 - 1108
A major focus is on helping seniors. There is also a Meals on Wheels service in the area. Learn more on Jewish Federation Family Services near you.
Calico Cat - Community Outreach Group
96 King's Hwy, Middletown, NJ 07748. Telephone - (732) 671 - 8775
Women are the main clients to the Calico Food Pantry and Cupboard. Households supplies are also provided.
Atlantic County - Community Food Bank Feeding America
Location is 6735 East Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Call (609) 383-8843
This is the primary Feeding America distribution site for Atlantic County. There are applications to USDA benefits, a free pet food pantry, and volunteer opportunities. Anyone in need can get referrals to a local pantry or meal site near them as well, with more details here. https://cfbnj.org/.
Hamilton Township of Atlantic County Social Services
Address - 1309 Rte 50, Mays Landing, NJ 08330. Phone - (609) 625 – 1212
Applications to SNAP food stamps as well as congregate and home delivered meals are distributed. Also, learn about energy bill assistance, WIC, and other aid.
First United Methodist Church
They run the Main Street Food Pantry which is at 6011 Main St., Mays Landing, NJ, 08330. Telephone - (609) 625 – 9446
Non perishables and frozen vegetables are passed out in an emergency.
Union Baptist Temple
335 N Pennsylvania Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Main phone: (609) 345-4314
Grace Assembly of God
A food bank and soup kitchen is at 201-205 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Call (609) 345-2730
St Mary's Episcopal Church
118 W Bayview Ave, Pleasantville, NJ 08232. For hours of the pantry, dial (609) 646-1604
Food Bank of South NJ
A feeding America partner that also partly supports the area. For information on other programs, dial 856-662-4884. There are agencies that deliver meals to seniors or offer surplus USDA commodities. Other resources in Atlantic County may be free school lunches for children and referrals
Salvation Army - Atlantic County center
22 S Texas Ave, Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401. Phone - (609) 344 – 0660
Christmas and Thanksgiving meals, including Angel Tree gift program are run. They also have funds for bills or housing, a thrift store, and more. A focus is on the working poor as well as children and seniors. Find more details on help from Salvation Army in Atlantic County.
St Nicholas-Tolentine Church
1409 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Phone: (609) 345-1878
PathStone – Vineland Food Pantry
76 W Landis Ave, Vineland NJ, 08360. Dial (800) 624 - 1432
A one to two day supply of soy milk, canned vegetables, tomato sauce, pasta, cereal, baby formula, frozen chicken, and salmon is on site.
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