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 Washington.

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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clgwcjy0q0018jg0f23y464ez">McKenna’s Wagon: 17th St</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clgb2zdq40002l50f9kvi5tac">The Table Church</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Washington 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 Washington - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In WashingtonLemontree 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.

Food pantry (groceries)
United Church Foggy Bottom Food Pantry
10 minutes
average wait time

0.48 mi
Info
Bring photo ID showing current DC address and proof of need (food stamps, SSI, Medicaid, Medicare, SSDI, unemployment etc.) OR proof of income (showing that income is below federal poverty level for family size).
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, April 27th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, May 11th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, May 25th (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
1920 G Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20006
directions
Contact
(202) 331-1495
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
McKenna’s Wagon: 17th St
no ratings yet

0.22 mi
Info
17th and I Street NW: 2 blocks down from the previous stop. An MT staff member will be present at this location
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Mobile soup kitchen truck
Schedule
- Today
  5:50 pm
- Tomorrow
  5:50 pm
- Next Monday
  5:50 pm
- 5:50 pm–
  every day
Location
17th Street Northwest
I St NW
Northwest Washington, DC 20006
directions
Contact
(202) 328-6608
https://marthastable.org/health-wellness-programs/
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church of the Epiphany - Welcome Table
no ratings yet

0.41 mi
Info
Serves breakfast every Sunday morning
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, April 28th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, May 5th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
1317 G Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 347-2635
http://epiphanydc.org/ministry/welcome-table/
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 Washington.
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)
National City Christian Church
2 minutes
average wait time

0.82 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 1st (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 8th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
5 Thomas Circle Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 232-0323
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Miriam's Kitchen
1 hour
average wait time

0.86 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:00 am–8:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2401 Virginia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
directions
Contact
(202) 452-8926
Food pantry (groceries)
The Table Church
no ratings yet

0.63 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:01 pm
- Sat, May 4th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:01 pm
- Sat, May 18th (in 4 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 5:01 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): –
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): –
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
945 G Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
https://www.thetablechurch.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Asbury United Methodist Church
no ratings yet

0.69 mi
Info
Can access once a month.

Bring referral, proof of residency, proof of place to prepare food, and document proving low income (proof of SSI, SSDI, TANF, etc.).

Must be DC resident and have proof of food preparation facility.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–11:00 pm
  No requirements
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, April 27th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  Registration required
- Sun, April 28th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 pm
  No requirements
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
- 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every 3 weeks on Saturday
Location
926 11th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 628-0009
www.asburyumcdc.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Ayuda, Inc.
30 minutes
average wait time

0.66 mi
Info
DC residents only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, May 15th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Wed, May 15th (in 4 weeks)
  1:00 pm–2:30 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, June 19th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
- 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
1990 K St. NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20006
directions
Contact
(703) 589-4204
Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Greater New Hope Baptist Church
45 minutes
average wait time

0.8 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tue, May 14th (in 4 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, May 14th (in 4 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, June 11th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
Location
816 8th STREET NW
Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(301) 357-4905
Food pantry (groceries)
Bread for the City-Northwest Food Pantry
14 minutes
average wait time

1.33 mi
Info
Fresh produce & meat available at every visit. Delivery available on a case by case basis; please call to inquire. Medical care is also available by appointment, including dental and vision.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
1525 7th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 265-2400
https://breadforthecity.org/food/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington that’s open today: McKenna’s Wagon: 17th St, The Table Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Washington for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.