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="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/united-church-foggy-bottom-food-pantry">United Church Foggy Bottom Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/mckenna-s-wagon-19th-st">McKenna’s Wagon: 19th St</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/n-street-village">N Street Village</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.

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Food pantry (groceries)
United Church Foggy Bottom Food Pantry
8 reviews
Unclaimed
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
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, November 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, November 22nd (in 4 weeks)
  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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Food pantry (groceries)
National City Christian Church
35 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.82 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, November 5th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, November 12th (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
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bread for the City-Northwest Food Pantry
34 reviews
Unclaimed
10 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. They have their farmers market open on alternating fridays and will be open on the 16th of May and alternate from there on
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 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/
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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 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)
Food For All DC
6 reviews
Claimed
8 minutes
average wait time

1.34 mi
Info
Screening with a social worker or case manager must be completed.

Eligible people are:

Seniors with difficulty in moving

Single mothers with infants or babies

People with mental health issues that prevent them from going out

People with medical conditions that prevent them from going out

People with disability

Delivery can be done on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturday mornings but a request can be made anytime by calling 202-489-8676. Leave a voice message with your details.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Friday
  8:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, November 6th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 8:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1810 16th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 489-8676
https://foodforalldc.org/contact/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
McKenna’s Wagon: 19th St
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.22 mi
Info
19th and H 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
  6:00 pm–6:25 pm
- Tomorrow
  6:00 pm–6:25 pm
- Next Monday
  6:00 pm–6:25 pm
- 6:00 pm–6:25 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/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Father McKenna Center
36 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.53 mi
Info
You must meet the current TEFAP income requirements.

Recommended to arrive early

First 35 peoples will be served

Can visit once every 21 days

Remember to:

bring picture ID to every visit.

bring one of the following on 1st visit to prove DC residency:

Lease

Rent receipt with name and address

Utility bill with name and address.

Might be closed on a holiday. Please check website to confirm before going.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
900 North Capitol Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 842-1112
https://fathermckennacenter.org/food-pantry/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
N Street Village
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.91 mi
Info
Serves women experiencing homelessness.

Show up and complete a health screening: questions about possible COVID symptoms.

Clients also can sign up to use the laundry and shower facilities
- Requirements
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  8:45 am–9:45 am
- Today
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  8:45 am–9:45 am
- 8:45 am–9:45 am
  every day
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every day
Location
1333 N Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 939-2076
https://www.nstreetvillage.org/healthy-meals-basic-needs/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church of the Epiphany - Welcome Table Cafe
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.41 mi
Info
Serves breakfast every Sunday morning
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, November 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, November 9th (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/
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Other public benefits
Immaculate Conception Church
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

Info
Closed on mondays

Can access once a month.

Bring proof of residence and photo identification.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, November 4th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
1315 8th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 332-8888
www.immaculateconceptionchurchdc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Asbury United Methodist Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

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
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
  No requirements
- Sun, November 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
  No requirements
- Sun, November 9th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
  No requirements
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–11:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
926 11th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 628-0009
www.asburyumcdc.org
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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: United Church Foggy Bottom Food Pantry, McKenna’s Wagon: 19th St, N Street Village
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.