New Jersey WIC
- Food
- Free
- Online or statewide
Healthy foods, nutrition education and breastfeeding support for pregnant women, infants and young children.
Who it's for: Income limits apply.
New Jersey
10 resources in New Jersey, plus programs open to everyone.
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In New Jersey
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Local help and services
Central Jersey Legal Services, Inc.
- Legal help
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free civil legal help for low-income residents, funded by the Legal Services Corporation. Check the website for the counties it serves.
Who it's for: Income-eligible residents of its service area.
Legal Services of New Jersey
- Legal help
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free civil legal help for low-income New Jerseyans on housing, benefits, family and consumer issues.
Who it's for: Income-eligible New Jersey residents.
Legal Services of Northwest Jersey, Inc.
- Legal help
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free civil legal help for low-income residents, funded by the Legal Services Corporation. Check the website for the counties it serves.
Who it's for: Income-eligible residents of its service area.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services Corporation
- Legal help
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free civil legal help for low-income residents, funded by the Legal Services Corporation. Check the website for the counties it serves.
Who it's for: Income-eligible residents of its service area.
South Jersey Legal Services, Inc.
- Legal help
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free civil legal help for low-income residents, funded by the Legal Services Corporation. Check the website for the counties it serves.
Who it's for: Income-eligible residents of its service area.
Libraries, parks and things to do
Newark Public Library
- Education
- Free
Free books, computers, programs and events at the main library and neighborhood branches in Newark.
Who it's for: Free library card for Newark residents; the library is open to all.
- Main Library 5 Washington St, Newark, NJ 07102 Directions
Liberty State Park
- Things to do
- Free
Free waterfront park in Jersey City with a two-mile promenade, playgrounds and picnic areas, facing the Statue of Liberty.
Who it's for: Open to everyone.
- Park office 200 Morris Pesin Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Directions
New Jersey State Parks
- Things to do
- Low cost
- Online or statewide
State parks, forests and historic sites with trails, beaches and picnic areas. Some charge parking fees, mostly in summer.
Who it's for: Open to everyone; fees vary by park.
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
- Things to do
- Free
Free park around a 77-foot waterfall and historic mills. There is no entrance fee, though nearby garages charge for parking.
Who it's for: Open to everyone.
- Great Falls Overlook 72 McBride Ave Extension, Paterson, NJ 07501 Directions
Available everywhere
Start here: benefits and programs
WIC
- Food
- Free
- Online or statewide
Food, nutrition counseling and health referrals for pregnant and postpartum women, infants and children under five.
Who it's for: Income-based; apply through your state or local WIC agency.
Local help and services
National Diaper Bank Network
- Family
- Free
- Online or statewide
Find a local diaper bank for free diapers and baby supplies.
Head Start
- Education
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free early learning and family services for children from birth to age five in low-income families.
Who it's for: Income-based.
Libraries, parks and things to do
Every Kid Outdoors
- Things to do
- Free
- Online or statewide
A free pass for fourth graders and their families to visit national parks, lands and waters for a year.
Who it's for: Fourth graders and their families.
Museums for All
- Things to do
- Low cost
- Online or statewide
Free or reduced admission to participating museums across the country for people receiving SNAP benefits. Bring your EBT card and a photo ID.
Who it's for: People receiving SNAP benefits.
National Park Service Entrance Passes and Free Days
- Things to do
- Free
- Online or statewide
Free entrance days at national parks, plus discounted or free passes for eligible groups.
Who it's for: Open to everyone on free days; passes have their own rules.