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?

You can browse these pages for resources 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.

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)
First Baptist Church of Capitol Heights
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.61 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, February 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, February 17th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
6 Capitol Heights Blvd
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
directions
Contact
(301) 336-0722
https://fbccapitolheights.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Peace Lutheran Church – Ward 7 Food Center
21 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.01 mi
Info
One can access once a month.Provided an emergency two day supply of food only.

First time must bring photo identification, proof of residency, proof of household size, and proof of income.

Families in far NE DC (Ward 7); referral required. Referring agency must call and must make an appointment for the client the day before food pickup. 2023986504 Only gives out fresh foods and canned goods. No meat products available
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  11:00 am
- Tue, February 17th (in 4 weeks)
  11:00 am
- Tue, March 17th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am
- 11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
15 49th Place Northeast
Capitol View, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 398-5503
www.peacedc.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Atonement Food Pantry
17 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

0.85 mi
Info
The Food Pantry can be accessed via the rear entrance of the Atonement Episcopal Church.

In December the pantry will be on 3rd Saturday.
- Requirements
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available on an as-needed basis.
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, February 4th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–7:00 pm
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
5073 East Capitol Street Southeast
Capitol View, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 582-4200
https://atonementepiscopaldc.org/calendar/
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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)
New Macedonia Baptist Church
24 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.27 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Wed, January 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Wed, February 4th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
4115 Alabama Ave SE
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 583-5555
http://www.tnmbc.org/events
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Outreach and Development Center CDC (Community Nonprofit Network)
40 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.72 mi
Info
*REMINDER ... It may not look like it but WE ARE OPEN! Our Capitol Heights office is a bit of a construction zone at the moment, but we are operating as normal, from 9am-5pm Monday through Friday. Thank you for your patience and your understanding. We look forward to seeing you and serving you!
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  SNAP assistance available
Schedule
- January 19th is Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Registration required on site
  A photo ID is required
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Registration required on site
  A photo ID is required
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Registration required on site
  A photo ID is required
- 12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
4719 Marlboro Pike
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
directions
Contact
(301) 735-0121
https://www.communityoutreachcdc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Clothing Power of Eternal Church
10 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.73 mi
Info
There is a stand outside of church open 24/7
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 28th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
25 Quire Avenue
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
directions
Contact
(301) 336-9443
https://www.facebook.com/COPEChurch/about/?ref=page_internal&mt_nav=0&_rdr
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Food pantry (groceries)
Urban Outreach Inc.
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.47 mi
Info
Open Status: Open Another Day (Call to Confirm) Note: TEFAP Available (See Requirements Below) Please call this location to confirm the days/times they are open.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 31st (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 7th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
5343 C Street Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 575-4867
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Food pantry (groceries)
Gethsemane United Methodist
14 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.42 mi
- Requirements
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Drive-Thru Only
  Completed application
- Sat, January 31st (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Drive-Thru Only
  Completed application
- Sat, February 7th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Drive-Thru Only
  Completed application
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
910 Addison Road South
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
directions
Contact
(301) 336-1219
https://www.gethsemaneumc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Luke Church
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.99 mi
Info
Sign up is required for christian holidays before such as Easter and christmas at the beginning of the month on which the holiday falls such as the beginning of April for Easter
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, January 29th (next week)
  9:00 am
- Thu, February 26th (next month)
  9:00 am
- Thu, March 26th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every month on the last Thursday
Location
4925 East Capitol St NE
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 584-8322
https://stlukechurchssj.org/ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Freedom's Way Baptist Church
9 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.53 mi
Info
Call 301-736-0184 option 3 to make an appointment. Leave a message

Open to Prince George residents only
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, January 30th (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, February 6th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1250 Benning Road
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
directions
Contact
(301) 736-0184
www.freedomlove.org
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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?
You can browse these pages for resources 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.
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.