Food & Basic Assistance

Food & Basic Assistance in Passaic, NJ, is dedicated to providing essential emergency food support and basic necessities to individuals and families facing challenging times. Our warm and welcoming team offers various services, including weekly 'Client Choice' walk-in food pantries stocked with refrigerated, frozen, and non-perishable food items, along with a virtual food pantry option for homebound clients to order online. We also distribute mixed produce bags, periodic packaged dinner meals, and supermarket gift cards to help those in need. Additionally, we provide essential supplies like diapers and period products for registered food clients. As part of our community commitment, we host a Thanksgiving distribution program every November, ensuring that everyone has access to a festive meal. If you're in need of food assistance, we invite you to reach out and discover how we can support you.