Community Resource

Calico Cat Cupboard & Food Pantry - Emergency Assistance Fund

(732) 671-2304
Middletown

The Cupboard offers clothing, baby equipment, and household items, free of charge to individuals and families referred by county and municipal agencies and shelter programs as well as area faith communities and private organizations.

The Pantry provides emergency food, personal care, paper, and cleaning products, by referral and without charge, to those in need. The Pantry always needs non-perishable food items, and non-food items that cannot be purchased with Food Stamps: Infant/toddler diapers and bottles, toilet paper, deodorant, soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, laundry, and dish detergent, all-purpose cleaners, and paper towels.

Evening Pantry
Proof of employment required / Hours for working, low-income clients only
4th Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 pm

The Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF) assists with one-time aid to residents of the following areas: Aberdeen, Atlantic Highlands, Belford, Cliffwood, Hazlet, Highlands, Holmdel, Keansburg, Keyport, Leonardo, Lincroft, Matawan, Middletown, Port Monmouth, and Union Beach.

The Calico Cat Thrift Shop sells new and gently used merchandise to raise funds for groups assisting the homeless and others in crisis.

Eligibility Referral required for each visit.
Community Services
Basic Needs / Assistance
Payment Options
  • Free

Last Updated: 08/17/22