Aldersgate Outreach Community Center (AOCC) is a mission of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. AOCC’s purpose is to serve families in need through dedicated community outreach.
Started in the 1970s, the Food Pantry currently provides food weekly to 250 families and seniors experiencing food insecurity. Families are registered with AOCC and meet Federal and State guidelines for assistance. The Thrift Store is open to the public and sells new and gently-used clothing, household items, and toys. You can also shop online at our eBay store AOCC Thrift. Proceeds from the Thrift Store support the programs of AOCC. AOCC’s dedicated volunteers come from East Brunswick and neighboring towns. The Board is composed of church and community members allowing us to better serve our neighbors.
Location:
Aldersgate United Methodist Church (lower level), 568 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, New Jersey
Hours of operation:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 10 am to 12 pm
Thrift Store Donations:
Wednesday 10 am to 12:30 pm, Saturday 12 pm to 1 pm.
Contact Information
Reach AOCC by email at [email protected] or by calling the 24-hour message center at 732-254-7361.
Visit us on Facebook at Aldersgate Outreach Community Center | East Brunswick NJ.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church (lower level), 568 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, New Jersey
Hours of operation:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 10 am to 12 pm
Thrift Store Donations:
Wednesday 10 am to 12:30 pm, Saturday 12 pm to 1 pm.
Contact Information
Reach AOCC by email at [email protected] or by calling the 24-hour message center at 732-254-7361.
Visit us on Facebook at Aldersgate Outreach Community Center | East Brunswick NJ.
Donors/Supporters
Food donations and financial support comes from our church members, the community, and our partners. We are grateful for the continued support of the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Replenish Middlesex County Food Bank, Stop & Shop, Aldi, ShopRite, Wawa, Do Not Throw It Away Junk Removal & Estate Cleanout, the East Brunswick Interfaith Clergy Council, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Jersey Cares, East Brunswick Township Recreation and Parks, East Brunswick Regional Chamber of Commerce, Elijah's Promise, East Brunswick Elks Lodge, Boy Scout Troop 132, Our Lady of Lourdes in Milltown, St. Bartholomew School, East Brunswick Education Foundation, Lion’s Needy Cases Fund, local Girl Scout troops, and so many more. Donations of locally grown food are thankfully received from Giamarese Farm and Orchards.
The Aldersgate Outreach Community Center does not discriminate and is open to all residents of New Jersey who are in need. We are a ministry of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church which is recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All monetary donations to AOCC are fully deductible in accordance with current IRS regulations.