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 Greycrest.

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 Greycrest 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 Greycrest 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 Greycrest 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 Greycrest.

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries), Other
Christ the King Church Food Pantry - A Second Harvest Agency
51 reviews
Claimed
17 minutes
average wait time

2.03 mi
Info
A community food-assistance program operated by Christ the King Church and partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank, serving families in the Steele Creek and South Charlotte communities.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
CLOSED
Next Tuesday
Other: 8:00 am–4:00 pm
Next Wednesday
Other: 8:00 am–4:00 pm
Other: 8:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Food pantry (groceries): 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
13501 South Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28278
directions
Contact
(704) 587-0073
https://ctkcharlotte.org/foodpantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
South Pine Academy (CMS Summer Meals)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.47 mi
Info
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools hosts a USDA Summer Food Service Program site at South Pine Academy elementary campus each summer, offering free meals to local youth through CMS School Nutrition Services. The site operates during summer break to ensure children in the community have continued access to nutritious meals when school is out.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
September 7th is Labour Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 am–9:30 am @ South Pine Academy (CMS Summer Meals)
September 7th is Labour Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:45 am–12:30 pm @ South Pine Academy (CMS Summer Meals)
Next Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 am–9:30 am @ South Pine Academy (CMS Summer Meals)
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:45 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 am–9:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
2541 Sandy Porter Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
https://southpinees.cmsk12.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Berewick Recreation Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.37 mi
Info
Catherine 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
September 7th is Labour Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Next Monday
8:30 am–9:15 am
September 7th is Labour Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Next Monday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Next Tuesday
8:30 am–9:15 am
8:30 am–9:15 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5910 Dixie River Road
Dixie - Berryhill, NC 28278
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
https://summermeals4nckids.org/
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 Greycrest.
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)
Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry
176 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

4.93 mi
Info
This church-run food pantry serves residents of Mecklenburg County.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Next Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Tue, September 15th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
501 West Arrowood Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(704) 522-1528
https://www.facebook.com/smmbc.nc/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Nations Ford Community Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required
69 reviews
Claimed
5 minutes
average wait time

6.01 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
Fresh produce
Delivery may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, September 15th (in 2 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, September 22nd (in 3 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
5901 Nations Ford Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/venue/nations-ford-community-church/
Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Olive Presbyterian Church – Nourish Up - Referral Required
21 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

5.77 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
Next Thursday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Thu, September 17th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Thursday, Saturday
Location
5125 Mount Olive Church Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Victory Christian Center
189 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

6.14 mi
Info
Call (704)529-5888 to make an appointment. No walk-ins will be allowed/accepted.

Be sure to call 7045295888 to set up appointments

call on weekdays as they are cosed on weekends
Requirements
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Toiletries may be available
Schedule
Next Monday
CLOSED
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–4:45 pm
Appointment required
Next Wednesday
9:00 am–4:45 pm
Appointment required
9:00 am–4:45 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
6916 Old Pineville Road
Montclaire South, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(704) 529-5888
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lake Mist - The Bulb
22 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

6.13 mi
Info
Barrier-free, community-led mobile farmers market bringing fresh, nutritious produce directly to the Lake Mist community. Open to everyone with dignity and choice.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
Thu, September 24th (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
Thu, October 8th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 4th Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 2:30 pm–4:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Thursday
Location
1120 Lakemist Drive
Montclaire South, NC 28217
directions
Contact
(980) 748-0199
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Giles Presbyterian - Nourish Up - Referral Required
51 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

6.98 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
You can visit once a month
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Friday
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Fri, September 18th (in 2 weeks)
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Fri, September 25th (in 3 weeks)
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
1:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Friday
Location
2027 Emerywood Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Renaissance West STEAM Academy-1
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

6.75 mi
Info
Catherine Essick (980) 343-6041 6/22/2026 10:00:00 AM 7/31/2026 10:00:00 AM
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
September 7th is Labour Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Next Monday
8:00 am–8:30 am
September 7th is Labour Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Next Monday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Next Tuesday
8:00 am–8:30 am
8:00 am–8:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
3241 New Renaissance Way
Renaissance West, NC 28208
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Greycrest 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 Greycrest 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 Greycrest 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 Greycrest.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Greycrest 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 Greycrest 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 Greycrest, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.