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 Embassy East.

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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Embassy East 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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Seventh Day Adventist Hispanic - Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día Central de Charlotte
45 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.39 mi
Info
Church-run community food pantry providing free groceries to individuals and families. New clients register on site; service operates with support from Adventist Community Services and as a partner of Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. Guidance asks clients to choose one pickup day per week and follow on-site traffic directions.
Requirements
You can visit once a week
ID required
Proof of address required
Registration required
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Next Tuesday
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Mon, August 10th (in 2 weeks)
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday
Location
4620 East W.T. Harris Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(862) 588-3870
https://www.iglesiadecharlotte.org/comunity-service-2
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hickory Grove Baptist Church Food Pantry
80 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.84 mi
Info

Closed before, during, and after major holidays

There is no appointment for drive thru. But you need an appointment if you are walking in.

They only take 25 clients as walk ins.

Call 704-531-4000 to confirm if the pantry is open that week

On-site registration required
Requirements
You can visit once a week
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–11:00 am
Tue, August 11th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–11:00 am
Tue, August 18th (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–11:00 am
9:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Tuesday
Location
7424 E. WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28227
directions
Contact
(704) 566-7508
https://www.hickorygrove.org/foodpantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Grove Park Elementary School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.43 mi
Info
Cathy Essick (980) 343-6041 7/6/2026 10:00:00 AM 7/30/2026 10:00:00 AM
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
8:45 am–9:15 am
Next Monday
11:45 am–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
8:45 am–9:15 am
8:45 am–9:15 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
11:45 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
7515 The Plaza
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
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 Embassy East.
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!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
CMS Summer Meals at Northridge Middle School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.32 mi
Info
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) Summer Meals program provides free meals to children 18 and under at Northridge Middle School and other school sites. Meals are federally funded through the Seamless Summer Option. No paperwork, sign-up, or income documentation is needed, so any child or teen in the neighborhood can simply show up during a mealtime. The program helps fill the nutrition gap created by school being out of session.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
8:00 am–8:45 am
Next Monday
12:00 pm–12:45 pm
Next Tuesday
8:00 am–8:45 am
8:00 am–8:45 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–12:45 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
7601 The Plaza
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
https://www.cmsk12.org/operations/school-nutrition-services/summer-meals
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
New Saint John Missionary Baptist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.84 mi
Info
Free USDA Summer Meals Program site hosted at the church, serving nutritious breakfast and lunch at no cost to all children 18 years and younger. No registration, ID, or proof of income is required. Operated seasonally through a partnership between New Saint John Missionary Baptist Church and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School Nutrition Services.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:00 am
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:45 pm
Next Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:00 am
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:45 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2000 St Johns Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041(Mon–Thu 7am–4pm, Fri 7am–12pm)
newstjohnmbc1914.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
New Waves of Joy Baptist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.31 mi
Info
New Waves of Joy Baptist Church hosts a free summer meal program that provides nutritious breakfast and lunch to children and teens. Operated as a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Summer Meals initiative site, meals are served in the church's Fellowship Hall (the white building) on the campus. The church also serves as a community gathering place with Sunday worship and weekly Bible study.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
8:30 am–9:00 am
Next Monday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
8:30 am–9:00 am
8:30 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
4739 East W.T. Harris Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(704) 568-8422
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Hickory Grove Recreation Center (CMS Summer Meal Program site)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.34 mi
Info
Hickory Grove Recreation Center is a Mecklenburg County park and recreation facility that hosts a USDA Summer Meal Program site sponsored by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Free breakfast and lunch are provided on-site to children and youth ages 18 and under, with no registration, no ID, and no documentation required. The program helps ensure kids stay nourished when school meals are not available. Cathy Essick (980) 343-6041 6/15/2026 10:00:00 AM 8/7/2026 10:00:00 AM
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
8:30 am–9:00 am
Next Monday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
8:30 am–9:00 am
8:30 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
6709 Pence Road
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/Places-to-Visit/Rec-Centers/hickory-grove-recreation-center
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Reedy Creek Elementary
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.07 mi
Info
Catherine Essick (980) 343-6041 6/15/2026 10:00:00 AM 7/30/2026 10:00:00 AM
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
9:00 am–9:30 am
Next Monday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–9:30 am
9:00 am–9:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
10801 Plaza Road Extension
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Freedom School-The Grove
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.36 mi
Info
A free USDA Summer Food Service Program meal site run by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School Nutrition Services in partnership with Freedom School Partners, hosted at The Grove Church. Children receive a healthy breakfast and lunch as part of a six-week summer literacy and enrichment program. Open to all children in the community regardless of registration.
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
8:00 am–8:45 am
Next Monday
11:45 am–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
8:00 am–8:45 am
8:00 am–8:45 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
11:45 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5735 E. W.T. Harris Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28215
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
https://www.cmsk12.org/operations/school-nutrition-services/summer-meals
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church Unlimited
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.31 mi
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Monday
8:30 am–9:00 am
Next Monday
12:30 pm–1:30 pm
Next Tuesday
8:30 am–9:00 am
12:30 pm–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
8:30 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
7561 Orr Road
Newell South, NC 28213
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Embassy East 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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Embassy East 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 Embassy East 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 Embassy East, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.