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?

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 that’s open today: Springfield/Franconia Family Resource Center

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 African Methodist Episcopal Church of Alexandria
1 review
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

6.15 mi
Info
Offers free covid and flu shots

Serves approximately 200 people

Also give clothes, shoes, hygiene items
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, January 7th (in 3 weeks)
  11:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, January 21st (next month)
  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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Food pantry (groceries)
Rising Hope Methodist Mission Church
13 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

7.48 mi
Info
Serves Alexandria, Fairfax County residents
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  3:30 pm–5:20 pm
- Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  3:30 pm–5:20 pm
- Thu, January 8th (in 3 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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Food pantry (groceries)
Springfield/Franconia Family Resource Center
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

8.22 mi
Info
Its in person pantry, people have to go and get registered and they wil give a time for pick up
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–5:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–5:00 pm
- 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
7224 Commerce Street
Springfield, VA 22150
directions
Contact
(703) 644-0000
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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!
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Food pantry (groceries)
United Community
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

9.05 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Accepts Walk-ins & Appointments
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Friday
- 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
7511 Fordson Rd
Alexandria, VA 22306
directions
Contact
(571) 255-8986
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Foundry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
38 minutes
average wait time

8.73 mi
Info
Can line in cars as early as 7am
- Requirements
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  8:00 am–9:30 am
- Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–9:30 am
- Thu, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–9:30 am
- 8:00 am–9:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
9800 Old Keene Mill Road
Burke, VA 22015
directions
Contact
(703) 455-7041
https://www.facebook.com/TheFoundryBurke
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Food pantry (groceries)
Burke United Methodist Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

9.25 mi
Info
Open to Burke, Springfield, and Fairfax residents only
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  6:00 pm–7:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
6200 Burke Centre Parkway
Burke, VA 22015
directions
Contact
(703) 250-6100
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Food pantry (groceries)
Abiding Presence Lutheran Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

8.94 mi
Info
Food Pantry Saturday Distributions (2023)
Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.* July 22 August 12 & 26 September 9 & 23 October 14 & 28 November 18 December 16 *The line for the pantry will open at 7:30 a.m.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 27th (next week)
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, January 10th (in 3 weeks)
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, January 24th (next month)
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- 8:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 8:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
6304 Lee Chapel Road
Burke, VA 22015
directions
Contact
(703) 455-7500
https://abidingpresence.net/food
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Food pantry (groceries)
Greater Morning Star Apostolic Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

8.44 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- December 24th is Christmas Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- December 26th is Day after Christmas
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Friday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Wed, December 31st (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Friday
Location
7929 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22306
directions
Contact
(913) 680-7968
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Food pantry (groceries)
Springfield Christian Church
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

9.82 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.
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  1:30 pm–4:30 pm
- Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  1:30 pm–4:30 pm
- Thu, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  1:30 pm–4:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–4:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
5407 Backlick Rd
Springfield, VA 22151
directions
Contact
(703) 341-7636
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Food pantry (groceries)
ICNA Relief USA Programs Inc.
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

9.07 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, January 15th (in 4 weeks)
  1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, January 29th (next month)
  1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 1:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Thursday
Location
2912 Woodlawn Trail
Alexandria, VA 22306
directions
Contact
(571) 662-0786
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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?
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 that’s open today: Springfield/Franconia Family Resource Center
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.