Food & Basic Assistance

At Food & Basic Assistance in Garfield, NJ, we are dedicated to providing vital food assistance to individuals and families in urgent need. Our services include weekly 'Client Choice' walk-in food pantries stocked with fresh produce, frozen goods, and non-perishable items, as well as a convenient virtual food pantry for homebound clients, allowing them to order food online. We also offer mixed produce bags, packaged dinner meals, and supermarket gift cards on a periodic basis. In addition, we support our registered clients with essential items such as diapers, period supplies, and a special Thanksgiving distribution program. Our mission is to ensure that everyone has access to the food they need to thrive, and we welcome anyone seeking assistance to reach out.