FOOD PANTRY & DISTRIBUTION SERVICES
Let all who are hungry, come and eat.
JFCS serves as a beacon of HOPE to those facing unexpected crises in their lives. Through the HELP of a range of food programs we serve the most vulnerable populations in Mercer County. We offer several food programs tailored to seniors in addition to our on-site and mobile food pantry available to any in the Greater Mercer region.
Visit our Pantry
Mobile Food Pantry
Kosher Cafe
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Healthy @Home
Additional Resources
Yvette Sarah Clayman Kosher Food Pantry
If you are hungry….you are welcome.
The Yvette Sarah Clayman Kosher Food Pantry, our on-site pantry and the JFCS Mobile Food Pantry are open to EVERYONE in the community.
We provide prepared bags of food that include non-perishable items, as well as fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy and meat choices.
Use our new online form to sign up and be scheduled for a no-contact pick up time at our pantry.
Why Our Pantry Stands Apart…
- Our pantry has multiple full sized refrigerators and freezers that allow us to offer fresh fruits and vegetables in addition to meat and dairy products.
- Our prepared bags of food consistently provide a healthy supply of non-perishables and fresh food items to every client.
- All items are kosher and we maintain a supply of products to meet a range of dietary needs such as gluten-free, low sodium, lactose-free, and more!
Need more info? Call us at 609-987-8100 Ext 237
¿Necesitas más información? Llámanos al 609-987-8100 Ext 205
Kosher Cafe
The Kosher Cafe is a designated nutrition site, supported by the Mercer County Office on Aging.
Every Tuesday – Friday from 11 AM – 1 PM
Join us for a complimentary, catered at Congregation Adath Israel, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ. Bring a friend or make new ones. The program is designed for low-income seniors who would benefit from a complimentary, hot and nutritious lunch. The cafes are open to all and donations are accepted.
For additional information, contact Debi Henritzy, Kosher Cafe Coordinator by email or phone 609-987-8100.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels is known across the country for delivering hot meals directly into the hands of older adults. The program is designed for those who face challenges in accessing nutritious, hot meals due to limited mobility and/or limited income.
Why Kosher?
Meals on Wheels is an incredible resource to aging adults who need the accessibility and nutritional resource; however, older Jewish adults could not turn to Meals on Wheels if they wished to maintain a Kosher diet. Kosher Meals on Wheels (KMOW) fills that gap and allows Jewish seniors to maintain their traditions, bringing a sense of comfort as they age.
JFCS delivers Kosher Meals on Wheels to Jewish seniors in West Windsor, East Windsor, Hightstown, Hamilton, Princeton and Plainsboro. Deliveries are made twice a week and include 5 total meals, one for each day of the week. The hot, Kosher meals are prepared by our partner Greenwood House then distributed by JFCS volunteers to our local communities. Greenwood House staff and volunteers deliver KMOW to those in the Trenton, Lawrenceville, and Ewing communities. Meals are $25 per week and some scholarships are available.
Interested in enrolling in Kosher Meals on Wheels? Contact us at 609-987-8100 Ext 203.
Healthy@Home
If you or someone you know could benefit from the program,
contact us at 609-987-8100.
Additional Supportive Services
Shabbat on Wheels
We deliver a Shabbat dinner to 30 Jewish seniors once a month.
Budget Friendly Recipes
Check out a curated list of recipes using seasonal, simple ingredients found in our food pantry. Recipes are nutritious and budget friendly!
Resource & Referral
Don’t know where to turn? Our staff can recommend and connect you to the appropriate agency through our wide network of community partners to help with emergency financial, housing and other support.
Contact us at 609-987-8100.