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 Tenleytown.

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 Tenleytown 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 Tenleytown 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 Tenleytown that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cleiwoic3005fmg0frh1ehgig">NW Community Food (formerly Feed the Family)</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82fh3x03r30d028reg6cnj">Loaves & Fishes</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clee4j3hh0000mj0fdpygtk6g">Shrine of the Sacred Heart Sacred Heart</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Tenleytown for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in Tenleytown - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In TenleytownLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Friendship Place Drop-in center
no ratings yet

0.17 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Location
4713 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20016
directions
Contact
(202) 364-1419
https://friendshipplace.org/drop-in-and-clinic/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
30 minutes
average wait time

0.63 mi
Info
Food pantry entrance is the Portico Entrance located off of the parking lot on Ellicott Street and 36th Street.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, May 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, May 18th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, June 1st (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
4900 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20008
directions
Contact
(202) 966-5489
Food pantry (groceries), Grocery delivery
NW Community Food (formerly Feed the Family)
45 minutes
average wait time

0.99 mi
Info
We are a food pantry that distributes fresh produce, household cleaning items, personal hygiene items, shelf-stable goods, and, depending on donations from local businesses, we also distribute dairy products, bakery goods, and ready-made meals.

For people who are unable to visit the pantry in person due to disabilities or for other compelling reasons, we deliver groceries to homes on Saturdays or Sundays.

We are located behind this building in an alley off Veazey St. NW and are next to the Van Ness Metro Stop on the Red line. We distribute food outdoors.

Home deliveries for disabled people are done on Saturdays or Sundays.

Pantry guests can pick up food anytime during 1 to 3 pm on Sundays. If they arrive at 2 pm, the line is shorter and there still is plenty of food. They can text NW Community Food at (202) 743-5770. Our website is: https://nwcommunityfood.net.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
Schedule
- Today
  Grocery delivery: 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Seniors and people with disabilities
  "First come, first served" basis. Whoever called first will be accommodated first.
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Open to all
- Tomorrow
  Grocery delivery: 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  Seniors and people with disabilities
  "First come, first served" basis. Whoever called first will be accommodated first.
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- Grocery delivery: 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Saturday, Sunday
Location
4225 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20008
directions
Contact
(202) 555-5555
https://nwcommunityfood.net/
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 Tenleytown.
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)
Loaves & Fishes
average user rating

2.62 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  8:30 am–11:00 am
  Hot meal is available
  Open on holidays
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–11:00 am
  Hot meal is available
  Open on holidays
- Next Saturday
  8:30 am–11:00 am
  Hot meal is available
  Open on holidays
- 8:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday, Sunday
Location
1525 Newton St NW
Washington, DC 20910
directions
Contact
(240) 855-5874
Food pantry (groceries)
Sixth Church Food Closet
8 minutes
average wait time

2.43 mi
Info
The door for Food Closet is on Kennedy Street
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, May 8th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 22nd (in 4 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, June 12th (in 2 months)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
5413 16th Street Northwest
Sixteenth Street Heights, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 723-5377
sixthpresbyterian.org
Food pantry (groceries)
19th Street Baptist Church
10 minutes
average wait time

2.33 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  No requirements
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Thu, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, May 23rd (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, June 13th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
4606 16th Street Northwest
Crestwood, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 829-2773
https://19thstreetbc.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Woodley House Food Pantry
average user rating

2.17 mi
Info
Hours of operation: Open Every Tuesday Afternoon 1:30-2:30 PM.

Required: Proof of DC residency is needed. Please bring a current photo ID such as a driver's license, passport or other identification card, along with proof of residency such as utility bill, etc.
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Tue, May 7th (in 2 weeks)
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Tue, May 14th (in 3 weeks)
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
2711 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20008
directions
Contact
(202) 830-3508
http://woodleyhouse.org/other-services/food-pantry/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Shrine of the Sacred Heart Sacred Heart
20 minutes
average wait time

2.7 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
3211 Sacred Heart Way
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 234-8000
http://dinnerprogram.org/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Thrive DC
39 minutes
average wait time

2.62 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
  No requirements
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
  No requirements
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
  No requirements
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
1525 Newton Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 232-0900
Food pantry (groceries)
Martha’s Table - Maycroft Office
22 minutes
average wait time

2.87 mi
Info
We also issue Martha Table cards which you may get when you sign up to come to the market, and you can shop 2xs a month on.

dont go the appartment building, Martha's table is on the left

Prefered to call before going, if they are close they put a prompt, voicemail
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  11:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–4:00 pm
- 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1474 Columbia Road Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 808-8002
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Tenleytown 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 Tenleytown 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 Tenleytown that’s open today: NW Community Food (formerly Feed the Family), Loaves & Fishes, Shrine of the Sacred Heart Sacred Heart
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Tenleytown for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.