Free Food in Passaic, NJ
Passaic is a vibrant city in northern New Jersey with a strong sense of community identity and shared purpose. Residents here actively support one another.
Still, everyone needs a hand sometimes. About 22% of Passaic residents live below the poverty line and can struggle to put food on the table — that is where this network comes in. All 6 resources listed here are free to access, with no cost and no referral needed.
View Passaic resources on the map · Poverty figure: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-Year Estimates
What's available in Passaic
- Food Pantry: 6
Resources in Passaic
6 results
American Red Cross - Nutley
66 Bloomfield Avenue"
Food Pantry

Center for Food Action - Saddle Brook
224 Midland Avenue
Food Pantry

Iglesia Cristiana Pentecostal
86 Market St
Food Pantry

Mt Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
163 Autumn St
Food Pantry

Passaic II Spanish SDA Church
79 Hoover Ave
Food Pantry

Smile Organization
39 Hoover Ave
Food Pantry
Common questions about free food in Passaic
Where can I get free food in Passaic?
Passaic has 6 places to get free food, 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.