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 Greater Capitol Heights.

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 Greater Capitol Heights 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 Greater Capitol Heights 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 Greater Capitol Heights that’s open today: Woody Ward Community Center (DPR Summer Meal Site) , Nalle Elementary School , C.W. Harris Elementary School , St. Luke Church , Ridge Road Recreation Center

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Faith Temple No. 2 Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.11 mi
Info
Community food pantry operated by Faith Temple No. 2 Free Will Baptist Church that distributes groceries including fresh produce to individuals and families in need in the Capitol Heights area.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tue, September 1st (in 2 months)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tue, October 6th (in 3 months)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 1st Tuesday
Location
211 Maryland Park Drive
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
directions
Contact
(301) 350-1035
https://www.faithtemple2.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Capitol Heights
19 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.61 mi
Info
On-site registration required
Requirements
ID required
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Tue, August 18th (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Tue, September 1st (in 2 months)
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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Woody Ward Community Center (DPR Summer Meal Site)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.35 mi
Info
DC Department of Parks and Recreation community center that serves as a no-cost summer meal site for area youth through the USDA-funded DC Youth Meals Program. The facility was modernized in 2021 with a new kitchen designed to prepare ready-to-eat meals, and also hosts recreation and youth programs year-round.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5100 Southern Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 645-3957
https://dpr.dc.gov/page/woody-ward-community-center
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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 in Greater Capitol Heights.
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)
Nalle Elementary School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.77 mi
Info
A free USDA Summer Food Service Program meal site hosted at J.C. Nalle Elementary School. The program serves nutritious weekday breakfast and lunch to all children and youth eighteen and younger during the summer. Operated by DC Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services, with no application, registration, or identification required to receive a meal.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Fresh produce
Schedule
Today
8:30 am–10:00 am
Today
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tomorrow
8:30 am–10:00 am
8:30 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
219 50th Street SE
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 671-6280
https://www.jcnalle.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Freedom's Way Baptist Church
10 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
ID required
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Appointment required
Fri, August 7th (next week)
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Appointment required
Fri, August 14th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Appointment required
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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
C.W. Harris Elementary School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.47 mi
Info
C.W. Harris Elementary School hosts the DC Youth Meals Program during the summer months, providing free nutritious meals to children and teens in the surrounding community. Sponsored by DC Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's summer meals initiative, the program helps ensure local youth have reliable access to healthy breakfast and lunch when school is 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
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–10:00 am
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–10:00 am
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
301 53rd St. SE
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 645-3188(Mon–Fri 8am–4pm)
https://www.cwharriselementary.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Atonement Food Pantry
23 reviews
Unclaimed
4 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.

On-site registration required
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Wednesday
4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Tue, August 18th (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Sat, August 22nd (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–1:00 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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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Luke Church
20 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.99 mi
Info
Parish‑run food pantry (groceries) operated by the St. Vincent de Paul ministry, providing monthly grocery assistance to neighbors; supported by the John S. Mulholland Family Foundation.
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Today
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Thu, August 27th (in 4 weeks)
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Thu, September 24th (in 2 months)
10:00 am–1:00 pm
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the last Thursday
Location
4925 East Capitol St SE
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 584-8322
https://stlukechurchssj.org/ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Peace Lutheran Church – Ward 7 Food Center
25 reviews
Unclaimed
5 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
Fresh produce
Schedule
Tue, August 18th (in 3 weeks)
11:00 am
Appointment required
Tue, September 15th (in 2 months)
11:00 am
Appointment required
Tue, October 20th (in 3 months)
11:00 am
Appointment required
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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ridge Road Recreation Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.21 mi
Info
Ridge Road Recreation Center hosts a free summer feeding site run by the DC Department of Parks and Recreation as part of the DC Youth Meals Program, a federally funded Summer Food Service Program that provides no-cost breakfast and lunch to children and youth when school is out. Children eighteen and younger simply walk in during meal service hours, with no application, ID, registration, or proof of income needed.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
800 Ridge Road Southeast
Washington, DC 20019
directions
Contact
(202) 671-6747
https://dpr.dc.gov/ridgeroad
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Greater Capitol Heights 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 Greater Capitol Heights 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 Greater Capitol Heights that’s open today: Woody Ward Community Center (DPR Summer Meal Site), Nalle Elementary School, C.W. Harris Elementary School, St. Luke Church, Ridge Road Recreation Center
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Greater Capitol Heights 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 Greater Capitol Heights 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 Greater Capitol Heights, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.