Free Food in Newark, DE
In New Castle County, Newark is a bustling community known for its university presence and growing neighborhoods. The area continues to develop as a welcoming hub.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 24% of Newark residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 11 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Newark resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Newark
- Food Bank: 5
- Food Pantry: 5
- WIC Office: 2
- Senior Program: 1
Resources in Newark
11 results
St. John's AME Church
77 New London Rd
Food Pantry

Yeshiva Even Yisroel
50 Lakewood Cir
Food Pantry

Dream Center
310 Ruthar Dr
Food Pantry

Ecumenical Food Pantry
106 Main St
Food Bank

Food Bank of Delaware (Main Office)
222 Lake Dr
Food Bank
Food Bank of Delaware WIC Outreach and Education Program
222 Lake Dr., Newark, 19702.0
WIC Office

Hope Dining Room
300 Marrows Rd
Food Bank

Hudson State Service Center WIC
501 Ogletown Road
Food Pantry

Hudson State Service Center WIC Clinic
501 Ogletown Rd., Newark, 19711.0
WIC OfficeFood Bank

Newark Senior Center Meals on Wheels
200 Whitechapel Dr
Food BankSenior Program

UAW Local 1183 Food Pantry
698 Old Baltimore Pike
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Newark
Where can I get free food in Newark?
Newark has 11 resources for free food: summer feeding programs, food pantries, food banks, senior programs, and WIC offices.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most are open to anyone, though WIC offices and senior programs do have eligibility requirements. It's helpful to call first.
Is the food really free?
Yes, no cost and no referral needed.