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 Barracks Row.

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 Barracks Row 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 Barracks Row 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?

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. Here’s a list of everything in Barracks Row that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/bread-for-the-city-southeast-center">Bread for the City - Southeast Center</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-father-mckenna-center">The Father McKenna Center</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/purity-baptist-church">Purity Baptist Church </a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-salvation-army-solomon-g-brown">The Salvation Army - Solomon G Brown</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Barracks Row for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries), Other
Bread for the City - Southeast Center
54 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.34 mi
Info
Fresh produce & meat available at every visit. Delivery available on a case by case basis; please call to inquire. Medical care is also available by appointment, including dental and vision.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Other: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
Location
1700 Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast
Fairlawn, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 773-2308
https://breadforthecity.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Father McKenna Center
35 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.56 mi
Info
You must meet the current TEFAP income requirements.

Recommended to arrive early

First 35 peoples will be served

Can visit once every 21 days

Remember to:

bring picture ID to every visit.

bring one of the following on 1st visit to prove DC residency:

Lease

Rent receipt with name and address

Utility bill with name and address.

Might be closed on a holiday. Please check website to confirm before going.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Monday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
900 North Capitol Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 842-1112
https://fathermckennacenter.org/food-pantry/
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Other material needs
Martha's Table - Martha's Outfitters
2 reviews
Claimed
13 minutes
average wait time

Info
Martha's Outfitters offer adult clothing & children's clothing via a monthly credit. Call directly at (202) 885-9613. Accepts clothing donations Closed on Friday, October 24 2025
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
2204 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 885-9613
https://marthastable.org/
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 Barracks Row.
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)
Calvary Episcopal Church
9 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.33 mi
Info
Call Ms. Yvonne Lee at (202) 615-6971 to make an appointment.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Contact in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Sat, November 15th (next month)
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Sat, December 20th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
820 6th Street Northeast
Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 615-6971
https://calvarydc.net/guildsorganizations/
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Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Christ United Methodist Church
23 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.19 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  Other material needs: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, October 25th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Sat, November 8th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Other material needs: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- Other material needs: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
900 4th Street SW Washington, DC 20024
Washington, DC 20024
directions
Contact
(202) 669-2664
https://christchurchinthecity.org/contact/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent de Paul
14 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.81 mi
Info
Volunteers are needed beginning at 8:30 AM.

Serves 20024 zip code only.
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, October 25th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, November 22nd (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 27th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
14 M Street Southeast
Navy Yard, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 615-7862
https://svdpdc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Saint Benedict The Moor
14 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

1.37 mi
Info
Enter through the parking lot which is located on 20th Street, behind the school and Church. Pantry will be closed during the month of August.
- Requirements
  ID required
  State ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Mon, November 17th (next month)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Mon, December 15th (in 2 months)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Monday
Location
320 21st Street Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 397-3895
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Food pantry (groceries)
Purity Baptist Church
17 reviews
Unclaimed
40 minutes
average wait time

1.2 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
  Must be a resident of Washington DC
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, October 23rd (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, October 30th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
1325 Maryland Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 397-4333
https://www.puritybaptistdc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army - Solomon G Brown
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.32 mi
Info
Serves residents of DC Wards 7 and 8
- Requirements
  Seniors Only
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2300 Martin Luther King Ave SE
Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 678-9773
https://salvationarmynca.org/nca/gethelp
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Samaritan Baptist Church
17 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.52 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
  No requirements
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm
- Wed, November 12th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (next month)
  12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
1100 Florida Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 397-1870
https://newsamaritan.org/ministries/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Barracks Row 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 Barracks Row 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?
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. Here’s a list of everything in Barracks Row that’s open today: Bread for the City - Southeast Center, The Father McKenna Center, Purity Baptist Church , The Salvation Army - Solomon G Brown
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Barracks Row for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.