Emergency Food Resources
SNAP Benefits Program Updates During the Federal Government Shutdown:
DUE TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN, SNAP BENEFITS WILL BE EITHER DELAYED OR UNPAID BEGINNING IN NOVEMBER.
SNAP benefits that were loaded onto your Families First EBT card before October 31, 2025, will remain available for use after November 1. However, before visiting the grocery store, recipients are encouraged to check their balance at NJFamiliesFirst.com or by calling (800) 997-3333. If benefits are available in your account, use them as usual.
It remains unclear how long benefits will be impacted.
As a result, several charitable food providers, in partnership with the Morris County Department of Human Services are providing temporary, emergency measures to help individuals and families impacted by the pause on benefits.
WIC: SNAP for Women Infants and Children, commonly known as WIC, remains open at this time. Participants should keep their WIC appointments and continue using their eWIC card at any WIC store.
Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) benefits should be available on time.
EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCES FOR SNAP RECIPIENTS
Beginning November 3, 2025
Dover location: 347 South Salem Street
Emergency food for families who have lost benefits will be distributed on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Thursdays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Please bring reusable shopping bags and your EBT card or EBT app as proof of loss of benefits. Community members are welcome to request emergency food twice a month.
Prepared meals (one per person) are always available Monday -Friday from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., no questions asked.
Morristown location: 36 Sussex Avenue
Emergency food for families who have lost benefits will be distributed on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Please bring reusable shopping bags and your EBT card or EBT app as proof of loss of benefits. Community members are welcome to request emergency food twice a month.
Prepared meals (one per person) are always available 7 days/week from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., no questions asked.
www.mcifp.org
973-538-8049
Morris Plains location: 2 Executive Drive (Central Park section of Parsippany)
Emergency food for families who have lost benefits will be distributed on Monday - Thursday, from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Please call 973-538-8049 x210 to sign up and receive your time slot. Please bring your EBT card or your connect EBT app as proof of loss of benefits.
Morristown location: 190 Speedwell Ave.
Emergency food for families who have lost benefits will be distributed on Wednesdays from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Please call 973-538-8049 x210 to sign up and receive your time slot. Please bring your EBT card or your connect EBT app as proof of loss of benefits.
Additional sessions may be added at a later date. Check back for details.
If you need help on an ongoing basis and wish to enroll in the food pantry program, please schedule an intake interview. Note some additional documentation, i.e., proof of address, will be required.
Please visit the website for available food supports: www.tableofhopenj.org
Morris County Food Pantries and Meal Services
For a full list of food services in Morris County, click here. Contact the provider for more information.
Morris County Nutrition Program
The Morris County Nutrition Program operates thirteen Mid-Day Friendship Nutrition Sites where seniors (age 60 and over) can enjoy a nutritious noontime meal at no cost.
Program Details:
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Hours: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Reservations: Required 24 hours in advance
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Eligibility: Seniors aged 60+ (must register and complete a nutrition assessment)
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How to Register:
- -Call 973-285-6856 Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
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-Register in person at a local nutrition site. Local nutrition sites can be found here: Local Congregate Dining
For other Aging Services: Aging, Disabilities & Community Programming
The Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance remains available to residents for services and support, including connection to local food providers.
The Navigating Hope mobile units can be located using the online calendar.
School Meals
Free school meals can help alleviate the strain on parents during these times. More New Jersey families have access to free school meals because of expanded income eligibility guidelines. You can apply for the 2025-2026 program here.
How Can I Help?
If you are willing to help, or to donate food, funds or volunteer time, please visit the website of your local food provider.
Food Pantries and Meal Services