By appointment: call ahead, not a walk-in.

Address
615 Watchung Avenue, Plainfield, NJ 07060
food pantry

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
No residency requirement is posted. Most pantries help anyone in need. If you're outside the local area, a quick call confirms it.
ID
A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license. They also ask for Social Security numbers or cards for each person in the household.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill) and proof of income.
Appointment
By appointment or request: contact them before you go; this isn't a walk-in pantry.
How often
Visits are limited to about once every 30 days.

In their words: “Must provide Picture ID, Social Security Card, and Proof of Income.”

This is our best read of what The Salvation Army - Plainfield has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

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Fri 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM · 1 PM – 3 PM
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The Salvation Army - Plainfield at 615 Watchung Avenue, Plainfield, NJ provides free food (Fri: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM · Fri: 1 PM – 3 PM ET). By appointment: call (908) 756-2595 to schedule, not walk-in. Must provide Picture ID, Social Security Card, and Proof of Income.

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