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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Grier Heights Community Center - The Bulb

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.24 mi


    Info

    1ST & 3RD WED , 4-5pm,

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Wed, May 6th (in 3 weeks)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (next month)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • Wed, June 3rd (in 2 months)

      4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Wednesday

    • 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

    Map of Grier Heights Community Center - The Bulb

    Location

    3100 Leroy Street

    Grier Heights, NC 28205

    directions

    Contact

    https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    11 reviews

    Claimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    2.57 mi


    Info

    How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status (Y or N) ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP (Y or N) ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

    To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

    Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Contact

    (704) 523-4333

    https://nourishup.org/pantries/

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    2.32 mi


    Info

    Dilworth Soup Kitchen offers healthy homemade lunches and groceries on a weekly basis. Additionally, guest grocery shopping is available by application on select Wednesdays each month.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Mon, April 27th (in 2 weeks)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

    • Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Wednesday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:00 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 Grier Heights.

  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)

    43 reviews

    Claimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    1.71 mi


    Info

    Previously "Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays". New name. Same mission.

    This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral.

    How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status (Y or N) ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP (Y or N) ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

    To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

    Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, April 28th (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Claimed

    2 minutes

    average wait time

    1.72 mi


    Info

    Lydia's Pantry is an emergency food pantry located at the Galilee Center (3601 Central Avenue, Charlotte, 28205). A referral is NOT required. The pantry is typically open Monday - Thursday from 10 am - 2 pm, but please call ahead to make an appointment: 704-900-5210. The Galilee Center is closed on federal holidays.

    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–3:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    2.26 mi


    Info

    First come first serve

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, May 6th (in 3 weeks)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, May 20th (next month)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every 2 weeks on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Claimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    2 mi


    Info

    How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP** ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

    To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

    Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.

    -No disribution on the 4th of July

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      11:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Next Friday

      11:00 am–1:30 pm

    • Mon, April 27th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:30 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.93 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, May 1st (in 2 weeks)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Fri, May 15th (in 4 weeks)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Fri, June 5th (in 2 months)

      10:30 am–11:30 am

    • Fri, June 19th (in 2 months)

      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)

    49 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.23 mi


    Info

    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. This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral.

    How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP** ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

    To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

    Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.

    -No disribution on the 4th of July

    • 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 Thursday

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Thu, April 30th (in 2 weeks)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Thu, May 7th (in 3 weeks)

      2:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    11 reviews

    Claimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    2.97 mi


    Info

    Previously "Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays". New name. Same mission.

    This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral.

    How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP** ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

    To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

    Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday, Friday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Grier 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.

  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 Grier Heights 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?

    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 Grier Heights that’s open today: First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Grier Heights 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 Grier 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.

  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 Grier Heights, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.