While SNAP benefits are still being distributed, the ongoing government shutdown has created uncertainty for some local families.
We’ve gathered a list of Monmouth County food resource programs and community pantries for anyone who may need extra support — as well as ways to give back if you’re able.
Together, we can make sure no one in our community goes without. ❤️
Monmouth County Food Resources
Lunch Break – Red Bank
Lunch Break creates a meaningful, lasting impact to help guests achieve their goals and bring the community together.
📍 121 Drs James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ 07701
🔗 https://lunchbreak.org/
The Backpack Crew – Red Bank
Provides weekly food bags to local families and operates a community pantry at Red Bank United Methodist Church.
📍 Red Bank, NJ
🔗 backpackcrew.org
Bradley Food Pantry – Neptune City
Serving Bradley Beach, Avon, Neptune, and nearby towns with groceries and produce.
📍 Neptune City, NJ
🔗 bradleyfoodpantry.org
Calico Cat Pantry – Middletown
A volunteer-run “choice” pantry serving Middletown and Bayshore families for over 40 years.
📍 Middletown, NJ
🔗 communityoutreachgroupinc.com
CASA Freehold
Supports undocumented and low-income families with food, outreach, and community assistance.
📍 Freehold, NJ
🔗 casafreehold.org
Church of the Reformation – West Long Branch
Operates a community food pantry open to all local residents.
📍 West Long Branch, NJ
🔗 reformationwlb.org
Freehold Open Door
Provides food, emergency funding, and advocacy for families in need.
📍 Freehold, NJ
🔗 faopendoor.org
Fulfill – Neptune & Toms River
The region’s central food bank, serving through a network of 300+ pantries across Monmouth and Ocean Counties.
📍 Neptune & Toms River, NJ
🔗 fulfillnj.org
Goodness Now Pantry – Middletown
Monthly community pantry offering groceries and staples to local families.
📍 Middletown, NJ
🔗 Facebook: Goodness Now Food Pantry
Jewish Family & Children’s Service – Asbury Park & Morganville
Provides food, counseling, and social services for families and seniors.
📍 Asbury Park & Morganville, NJ
🔗 jfcsmonmouth.org
JBJ Soul Kitchen – Red Bank
A community restaurant offering chef-prepared meals on a “pay what you can” or volunteer basis.
📍 Red Bank, NJ
🔗 jbjsoulkitchen.org
Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry – Keyport
Distributes nonperishables, dairy, and frozen goods to Bayshore area residents.
📍 Keyport, NJ
🔗 keyportfoodpantry.org
Loaves & Fishes – Union Beach
Emergency food pantry distributing bags of groceries monthly.
📍 1015 Union Ave, Union Beach, NJ
🕐 3rd Saturday of each month, 9 AM–12 PM
Middletown Helps Its Own – Middletown
Provides emergency food and assistance for Middletown residents.
📍 Middletown, NJ
🔗 middletownhelpsitsown.com
Our Lady of Perpetual Help (St. Agnes) – Highlands
Pantry located in the church basement; open Sundays and Mondays.
📍 Highlands, NJ
St. Brigid’s Pantry – Long Branch
Hosted by St. James Episcopal Church; provides groceries and essentials.
📍 Long Branch, NJ
🔗 stjames-longbranch.org
St. Dorothea’s Food Pantry – Eatontown
Community pantry open twice monthly — no appointment or ID required.
📍 Eatontown, NJ
🔗 saintdorothea.org/food-pantry
The People’s Pantry – Asbury Park
A grassroots organization distributing groceries and fresh food to local residents.
📍 Asbury Park, NJ
🔗 thepeoplespantryasburypark.com
Stay Connected & Help Us Grow This List
We’ll be adding this list to themonmouthmoms.com so families can easily find local food resources and ways to give back.
If we missed one, please let us know — we’ll continue updating and sharing throughout the holiday season to help spread the word and support our community.
Questions? email: [email protected]
