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    Food pantry (groceries)

    The New Antioch Church

    35 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    3.2 mi


    Info

    The New Antioch Church food pantry has served the community with hunger relief for nearly 12 years. Run with the help of weekly volunteers, the pantry provides groceries to low-income individuals and families, including the Hispanic community. Bishop Corey L. Simpson oversees the pantry operations.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Tue, September 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • Tue, September 29th (in 3 weeks)

      1:00 pm–2:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    Map of The New Antioch Church

    Location

    8324 Idlewild Road

    Charlotte, NC 28227

    directions

    Contact

    (704) 712-1102

    https://nacccharlotte.org

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.59 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • Tue, October 6th (in 4 weeks)

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • Tue, October 20th (next month)

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • 1:30 pm–2:30 pm

      every month on the 1st Tuesday

    • 1:30 pm–2:30 pm

      every month on the 3rd Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    23 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.13 mi


    Info

    • Closed during federal holidays and inclement weather
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      5:30 pm–7:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      9:30 am–11:30 am

    • Mon, September 21st (in 2 weeks)

      5:30 pm–7:00 pm

    • 9:30 am–11:30 am

      every week on Tuesday

    • 5:30 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Monday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Forest Homes.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    1 hour

    average wait time

    3.32 mi


    Info

    Serves the Jewish community; not open to the public for regular services. Clients must be set up with a case manager to access services. They will provide one-time, emergency assistance even if you are not Jewish.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Wed, September 16th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, September 17th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, September 30th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every 2 weeks on Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every 2 weeks on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    15 reviews

    Claimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    4.36 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/ 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

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Thu, September 17th (next week)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Thu, September 24th (in 2 weeks)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    4.02 mi


    Info

    A community-based emergency food-assistance resource operated by Common Heart and hosted by Stallings Church.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • Drive-thru only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm–8:00 pm @ Stallings Church

      • Fresh produce
    • Fri, September 18th (next week)

      Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm–8:00 pm @ Stallings Church

      • Fresh produce
    • Fri, September 25th (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm–8:00 pm @ Stallings Church

      • Fresh produce
    • Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 pm–8:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    19 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.96 mi


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
      • Drive-thru only
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Mon, September 21st (in 2 weeks)

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Mon, October 5th (in 4 weeks)

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • 11:30 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 2nd Monday

    • 11:30 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 3rd Monday

    • 11:30 am–12:30 pm

      every month on the 1st Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    23 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    5 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Tue, September 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • Tue, September 29th (in 3 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    5.14 mi


    Info

    The Bulb brings barrier-free mobile farmers markets to neighborhoods across Charlotte all year long. No sign-up. No ID. No cost. Just fresh food for all, shared with dignity-no questions asked. Each week, we host outdoor markets full of fresh, nutritious, and absolutely delicious produce. You'll find a rotating mix of seasonal fruits, veggies, herbs, and more. -When you visit, we may ask a few brief (and totally optional) questions. This helps us make sure we bring enough food for everyone and it supports the funding that keeps our markets running strong. Your personal information is never shared and will never be used in any way that identifies you. Our team is here to welcome you, answer questions, and help you shop with ease. Questions? Contact us.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Fri, September 18th (next week)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Fri, October 2nd (in 3 weeks)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Fri, October 16th (next month)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • 10:30 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 1st Friday

    • 10:30 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 3rd Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    52 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    4.9 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/ Website: https://nourishup.org/pantries/ Requirements: referral required, appointment required Diaper Bank Pantries: Statesville Ave & Eastern Hills The above pantries partner with the NC Diaper Bank and maintain a consistent supply of child and adult diapers. Clients may pick up diapers once per month during pantry hours, with or without a referral, as supplies are available.

    • Requirements

      • Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, September 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, September 29th (in 3 weeks)

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Forest Homes 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Forest Homes do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Forest Homes 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 Forest Homes.

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Forest Homes 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.

  23. 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 Forest Homes, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.