Free Food in Elizabeth, NJ
Elizabeth is a thriving city in northeastern New Jersey with a rich immigrant heritage and strong community fabric. Residents work together to support one another.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 15% of Elizabeth residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 12 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Elizabeth resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Elizabeth
- Food Pantry: 12
Resources in Elizabeth
12 results
He Hears He Cares Prayer Outreach Ministry
111 First Street
Food Pantry
Siloam Hope Cares Community Development Center
42 Broad Street
Food Pantry
St. Mary of the Assumption Parish Food Pantry
155 Washington Avenue
Food Pantry
Christ Fellowship of Elizabeth
1121 Elizabeth Ave
Food Pantry
E-Port Pres Center
184 S 1st St
Food Pantry
Iglesia Jesucristo Es El Señor
201 Spring St
Food Pantry
Iglesia San Jose
38 W End Pl
Food Pantry
Jefferson Park Ministries
70 W Grand St
Food Pantry
Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Central
655 Westfield Ave
Food Pantry
Salvation Army Elizabeth Corps
1005 E Jersey St
Food Pantry
St Patrick's Church
160 Madison Avenue"
Food Pantry
Union County Division of Social Services
342 Westminster Ave
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Elizabeth
Where can I get free food in Elizabeth?
Elizabeth offers 12 free-food resources, including summer feeding programs, food pantries, and food banks.
Do I need to qualify or bring ID?
Most locations are open to anyone with no proof of income required. A few may have a service area or ask you to book ahead, so it helps to call first.
Is the food really free?
Yes, the food is free to access. No referral needed.