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.

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 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 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 that’s open today: Gladden Community House , Better Way Ministries DBA Columbus Dream Center , Gladden Food Pantry , Holy Family Church

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Crossroads World Ministries
1 review
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

1.64 mi
Info
Public transportation accessible Service Description: Food Pantry Eligibility: Based on need Intake process: Pre-signup at 1pm by calling main line. Documents: No documents needed. Saturday Giveaway – REQUIRED pre-signup 12pm (noon) on.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  4:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Walk-ins accepted
- This Saturday
  2:30 pm
- Fri, January 30th (next week)
  4:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Walk-ins accepted
- 4:30 pm
  every week on Friday
- 2:30 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
165 South Cypress Avenue
Franklinton, OH 43222
directions
Contact
(614) 596-1524
https://crossroadswom.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Heart to Heart Food Pantry
2 reviews
Claimed
1 hour
average wait time

1.67 mi
Info
Open-choice food pantry drive-thru with no zip code restrictions and 30+ days between visits.

ID and proof of address helpful for check-in process, but not required.

Closed first week of September, General Election, and certain holidays or holiday periods.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Pop up food pantry
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, January 27th (next week)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
1320 Cambridge Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43212
directions
Contact
(614) 488-0681
https://h2h.fcchurch.com/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other material needs
New Life United Methodist Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 8 minutes
average wait time

1.2 mi
Info
Eligibility: Anyone. Intake Process: Walk-in. Documents: No documents required.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  Other material needs: 10:00 am–11:00 am
  Clothing may be available
- Next Sunday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am
- Wed, January 28th (next week)
  Other material needs: 10:00 am–11:00 am
  Clothing may be available
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am
  every week on Sunday
- Other material needs: 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
25 West 5th Avenue
Victorian Village, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 294-0134
https://www.newlifecolumbus.com/openhours
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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.
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)
Homeless Families Foundation
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.32 mi
- Requirements
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Tue, January 27th (next week)
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Tue, February 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
33 North Grubb Street
Franklinton, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 461-9247
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Sophia Orthodox Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.57 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
1493 Indianola Avenue
Weinland Park, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 702-9096
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Food pantry (groceries)
Gladden Community House
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.85 mi
Info
A current piece of mail is required for proof of address.

The food pantry is once a month but you can visit agian during their opening hours to receive fresh produce throught the month.
- Requirements
  Requires ID for adults and birth certificates for children in the household
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  CLOSED
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–2:45 pm
- This Wednesday
  11:00 am–2:45 pm
- 11:00 am–2:45 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
318 South Glenwood Avenue
Franklinton, OH 43223
directions
Contact
(614) 221-7801
gladdenhouse.org
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Saints Alive Mobile Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.4 mi
Info
Distribution in the parking lot at corner of West Broad street /S Davis ave Mount Carmel Medical Group Franklinton
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing and hygiene items may be available
Schedule
- This Saturday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:30 am–11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, January 31st (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
775 West Broad Street
Franklinton, OH 43222
directions
Contact
(614) 276-6587
https://saintsalive-dna.com/contact-us
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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.
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Better Way Ministries DBA Columbus Dream Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.18 mi
Info
Distribution Model: Walk-up Service
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  9:30 am–10:00 am
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–10:00 am
- 9:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
- 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
38 West Greenwood Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 783-4886
www.columbusdreamcenter.org/what-we-do
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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)
Gladden Food Pantry
4 reviews
Unclaimed
34 minutes
average wait time

1.85 mi
Info
Service Description: Provides emergency food assistance, including a three-day supply of food and free daily produce. Donated diapers are available while supplies last and must be picked up with a food box. Eligibility: Must be a resident of zip codes 43222, 43223 or 43215 (west of the river). Individuals are eligible to receive food once every month. Intake Process: Telephone. Walk-in. Documents: Photo ID and a piece of mail to verify residency. Notes: Delivers to homebound, seniors or disabled individuals. Must call (614) 228-2498 to schedule.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  11:00 am–2:45 pm
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–2:45 pm
- This Wednesday
  11:00 am–2:45 pm
- 11:00 am–2:45 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
318 South Glenwood Avenue
Franklinton, OH 43223
directions
Contact
(614) 228-2498
gladdenhouse.org/food-pantry
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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.
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Holy Family Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.45 mi
Info
Public transportation accessible Service Description: Offers a daily hot meal to community members. Eligibility: Anyone Intake Process: Walk-in. There is a dress code. Guests should make sure skirts/shorts are worn to the knee. All shirts must have sleeves. Documents: No documents required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
57 South Grubb Street
Franklinton, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 461-9444
https://www.holyfamilycolumbus.org/holy-family-soup-kitchen
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 that’s open today: Gladden Community House, Better Way Ministries DBA Columbus Dream Center, Gladden Food Pantry, Holy Family Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.