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 Newington.

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 Newington 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 Newington 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 Newington that’s open today: Lorton Community Action Center

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Lorton Community Action Center
2 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

3.19 mi
Info
An independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit community resource focused on improving quality of life, helping people meet basic needs, supporting self-sufficiency, and breaking the cycle of poverty and preventing homelessness.
Requirements
You can visit once a week
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Tomorrow
11:00 am–5:00 pm
This Thursday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
4:00 pm–7:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
11:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
9520 Richmond Hwy
Lorton, VA 22079
directions
Contact
(703) 339-5161
https://lortonaction.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Redeemed Christian Church of God - Victory Temple
3 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.6 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, September 26th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, October 10th (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, October 24th (next month)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
7218 Lockport Place
Lorton, VA 22079
directions
Contact
(804) 625-9423
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Food pantry (groceries)
Sydenstricker UMC
4 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

3.18 mi
Requirements
You can visit once a day
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, October 13th (in 4 weeks)
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, October 27th (next month)
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Tuesday
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
8508 Hooes Road
Springfield, VA 22153
directions
Contact
(703) 451-8223
https://www.sydenstrickerumc.org/Food-Corner
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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 Newington.
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)
Springfield/Franconia Family Resource Center
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.01 mi
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Must bring own bags/cart
Tue, September 29th (in 2 weeks)
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Must bring own bags/cart
Tue, October 6th (in 3 weeks)
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Must bring own bags/cart
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
7224 Commerce Street
Springfield, VA 22150
directions
Contact
(703) 644-0000
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Food pantry (groceries)
Arcadia Mobile Market
0 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.95 mi
Info
Arcadia's Mobile Market is a rolling farm stand that has brought locally grown, sustainable food directly to under-resourced Washington, DC neighborhoods since 2012. Each weekly stop distributes fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs, pastured eggs, grass-fed and pastured meats, organic dairy, cheese, handmade bread, and honey, while accepting and doubling the face value of SNAP/EBT, WIC, and Senior FMNP so shoppers can stretch their food dollars. The program partners with FRESHFARM's Produce Plus initiative to provide free produce to DC residents with limited fresh-food access, and serves neighborhoods that lack nearby grocery options for a healthy diet.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm @ Wah Luck House (Chinatown)
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Tomorrow
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm @ Parkside/Mayfair
Other social services available
Fresh produce
This Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm @ Oxon Run
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every week on Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
every week on Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–3:30 pm
every month on the 2nd Tuesday
Location
9000 Richmond Hwy
Alexandria, VA 22309
directions
Contact
(571) 384-8845
https://www.arcadiafood.org/mobile-market-1
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Food pantry (groceries)
Springfield Christian Church
10 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

4.55 mi
Info
You must register in person during your first visit. After the initial registration, you'll have to sign up to receive food the following week to ensure they have enough for everyone. On-site registration required. TEFAP Auto-Eligibility: SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, SSI. TEFAP Income Requirements: VA TEFAP Income Requirements.
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Thursday
1:30 pm–4:30 pm
Thu, September 24th (next week)
1:30 pm–4:30 pm
Thu, October 1st (in 2 weeks)
1:30 pm–4:30 pm
1:30 pm–4:30 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
5407 Backlick Road
Springfield, VA 22151
directions
Contact
(703) 341-7636
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Food pantry (groceries)
First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Alexandria
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.62 mi
Info

Offers free covid and flu shots

Serves approximately 200 people

Also give clothes, shoes, hygiene items
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
11:30 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Wed, September 30th (in 2 weeks)
11:30 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Wed, October 14th (in 4 weeks)
11:30 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
11:30 am
every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
8653 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22309
directions
Contact
(571) 245-9042
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Rising Hope Methodist Mission Church
14 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

4.5 mi
Info
Serves Alexandria, Fairfax County residents

On-site registration required
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Thursday
3:30 pm–5:20 pm
Thu, September 24th (next week)
3:30 pm–5:20 pm
Thu, October 1st (in 2 weeks)
3:30 pm–5:20 pm
3:30 pm–5:20 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
8220 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22309
directions
Contact
(703) 360-1976
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Royal Missionary Baptist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.75 mi
Info
TEFAP Auto-Eligibility: SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, SSI TEFAP Income Requirements: VA TEFAP Income Requirements
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 am–2:00 pm
Next Sunday
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
Sat, September 26th (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 am–2:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 5:30 am–2:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
every week on Sunday
Location
8631 A Engleside Office Park
Alexandria, VA 22309
directions
Contact
(571) 481-1896
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Food pantry (groceries)
ALIVE! West End Food Hub
16 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

5.5 mi
Info
ALIVE! West End Food Hub is a community food pantry operated by ALIVE!, a long-standing Alexandria nonprofit, serving City of Alexandria residents in a welcoming, dignified setting. The hub provides free groceries alongside personal care items, cleaning supplies, and school supplies, and connects neighbors with other ALIVE! programs such as rental and emergency financial assistance, SNAP enrollment help, housing referrals, childcare resources, and immigration or legal services. Volunteers and staff are on hand to answer questions and help clients navigate additional supports during their visit.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Proof of address required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Tomorrow
2:30 pm–6:00 pm
This Thursday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
2:30 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
2:30 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Thursday
2:30 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Thursday
9:00 am–3:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
510-F South Van Dorn Street
Alexandria, VA 22304
directions
Contact
(703) 837-9300
https://www.alive-inc.org/foodhub/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Newington 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 Newington 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 Newington that’s open today: Lorton Community Action Center
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Newington 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 Newington 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 Newington, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.