You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Ayrsley.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places in Ayrsley accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Ayrsley do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

You can browse these pages for resources in Ayrsley to see if any are open today. If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options in Ayrsley.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Ayrsley for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Ayrsley for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Ayrsley, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
181 reviews
Unclaimed
26 minutes
average wait time

1.99 mi
Info
This church-run food pantry serves residents of Mecklenburg County.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Wed, October 21st (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
501 West Arrowood Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(704) 522-1528
https://www.facebook.com/smmbc.nc/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Victory Christian Center
199 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

3.09 mi
Info
Call (704)529-5888 to make an appointment. No walk-ins will be allowed/accepted.

Be sure to call 7045295888 to set up appointments

call on weekdays as they are cosed on weekends
Requirements
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Toiletries may be available
Schedule
Tomorrow
9:00 am–4:45 pm
Appointment required
This Thursday
9:00 am–4:45 pm
Appointment required
This Friday
9:00 am–4:45 pm
Appointment required
9:00 am–4:45 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
6916 Old Pineville Road
Montclaire South, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(704) 529-5888
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lake Mist - The Bulb
23 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

3.07 mi
Info
A community-led, nonprofit mobile farmers market that works with community organizers and food partners to improve equitable food access and promote health and wellness through an inclusive, dignified experience.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Client choice pantry
Schedule
Thu, October 22nd (next week)
3:00 pm–4:00 pm @ Lake Mist - The Bulb
Thu, November 12th (in 4 weeks)
3:00 pm–4:00 pm @ Lake Mist - The Bulb
November 26th is Thanksgiving Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Thu, November 26th (next month)
3:00 pm–4:00 pm @ Lake Mist - The Bulb
3:00 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Thursday
3:00 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
1120-A Lakemist Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(980) 748-0199
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
How do I get food?
You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.
Can someone deliver the food to my house?
Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Ayrsley.
What do I have to bring?
Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!
Food pantry (groceries)
Nations Ford Community Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required
70 reviews
Claimed
4 minutes
average wait time

3.11 mi
Info
Nourish Up operates a mobile food pantry serving households facing food insecurity.
Requirements
You can visit 12 times a year
Referral required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Delivery may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, October 27th (in 2 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, November 3rd (in 3 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
5901 Nations Ford Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/venue/nations-ford-community-church/
Unfortunately, we’re not confident about the information below.
We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries)
Steele Creek AME Zion Church
68 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

2.05 mi
Info
The Food Pantry is ONLY open on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 PM.

Food Distribution is by APPOINTMENT ONLY.

To participate, email SCFOODPANTRY26@YAHOO.COM by no later than 12:00 NOON on Wednesday. Please be sure to include the number of adults and children in your household. We will respond as quickly as possible confirming receipt of your request. Food will be packaged and ready for Wednesday pickup between 1:30-2:30 PM.

Thank You!
Requirements
Registration required
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
1500 Shopton Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
directions
Food pantry (groceries), Other
Christ the King Church Food Pantry - A Second Harvest Agency
51 reviews
Claimed
17 minutes
average wait time

4.54 mi
Info
A community food-assistance program operated by Christ the King Church and partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank, serving families in the Steele Creek and South Charlotte communities.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
Other: 8:00 am–4:00 pm
Tomorrow
Food pantry (groceries): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
This Thursday
Other: 8:00 am–4:00 pm
Other: 8:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
13501 South Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28278
directions
Contact
(704) 587-0073
https://ctkcharlotte.org/foodpantry/
Food pantry (groceries)
Woodlawn UMC - The Bulb
17 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

4.48 mi
Info
Food pantry operated by The Bulb Gallery, a nonprofit mobile farmers market providing donation-based fresh produce to food-insecure communities in Charlotte, NC. Pop-up market site hosted at Woodlawn Community Fellowship UMC, offering barrier-free access to fresh fruits and vegetables along with nutrition education. All are welcome; the market is open to anyone who shows up.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Monday
10:30 am–11:30 am
Mon, October 26th (in 2 weeks)
10:30 am–11:30 am
Mon, November 2nd (in 3 weeks)
10:30 am–11:30 am
10:30 am–11:30 am
every week on Monday
Location
737 East Woodlawn Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
directions
Contact
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Giles Presbyterian - Nourish Up - Referral Required
54 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.93 mi
Info
Update to FEMA Card Program. We have received additional FEMA gift cards, and the program will reopen in June for clients with supplemental dietary needs. Reminder that clients may receive one referral per calendar year (Jan–Dec). Referrals must be CALLED in by medical providers ONLY. Lemontree can provide the required referral for this pantry. Please reach out to our helpline for help getting a referral for a Nourish Up pantry. Nourish Up also runs pop-up food shares, where no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required for these pop-ups. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/. When calling this number, you will reach a general Nourish Up automated menu. To get information on free groceries, press 1.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Fri, November 6th (in 3 weeks)
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Fri, December 4th (in 2 months)
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
January 1st is New Year's Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Fri, January 1st (in 3 months)
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 1st Friday
Location
2027 Emerywood Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Nourish Up
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

6.03 mi
Info
Provides a seven-day supply of nutritionally balanced groceries to households facing food insecurity through a network of pantries in Mecklenburg County.
Requirements
You can visit 12 times a year
Referral required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
2:00 pm–4:00 pm @ Nourish Up Food Lion Feeds Pantry — Hunger Hub
Client choice pantry
Fresh produce
This Thursday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm @ Nourish Up Food Lion Feeds Pantry — Hunger Hub
Client choice pantry
Fresh produce
Wed, October 21st (next week)
2:00 pm–4:00 pm @ Nourish Up Food Lion Feeds Pantry — Hunger Hub
Client choice pantry
Fresh produce
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
901 Carrier Drive
Charlotte, NC 28216
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Holy Comforter Episcopal Church- Nourish Up - Referral Required
16 reviews
Claimed
1 minute
average wait time

6.05 mi
Info
Special Pantry Closure - Holy Comforter Our pantry at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church will be closed on Friday, July 31st to prepare for their transition to client choice on Monday, August 3rd Update to FEMA Card Program We have received additional FEMA gift cards, and the program will reopen in June for clients with supplemental dietary needs. Reminder that clients may receive one referral per calendar year (Jan–Dec). Referrals must be CALLED in by medical providers ONLY.

Lemontree can provide the required referral for this pantry. Please reach out to our helpline for help getting a referral for a Nourish Up pantry. Nourish Up also runs pop-up food shares, where no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required for these pop-ups. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/ Website: https://nourishup.org/pantries/ Requirements: referral required, appointment required
Requirements
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
10:00 am–12:00 pm
This Thursday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
This Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2701 Park Road
Freedom Park, NC 28209
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Ayrsley accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.
What kind of food do they have?
Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Do they have vegetables?
Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Ayrsley do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
Do they have meat?
Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Any pantries open today?
You can browse these pages for resources in Ayrsley to see if any are open today. If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options in Ayrsley.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Ayrsley for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Ayrsley for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Ayrsley, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.