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 Tampa.

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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cli4y0380024bvy025zoglzoc">Kaye Prox Food Bank</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cli4y0ese02gxvy022f2c5a87">SVDP West Hillsborough District Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In TampaLemontree 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)
St. Chad's Episcopal
Unclaimed
11 minutes
average wait time

Info
Waiting list / not taking new clients for monthly food distribution.
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Offers bread, sweets and treats. Fresh produce upon availability, selections vary
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Offers bread, sweets and treats. Fresh produce upon availability, selections vary
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sun, September 29th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Offers bread, sweets and treats. Fresh produce upon availability, selections vary
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sun, October 6th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  Offers bread, sweets and treats. Fresh produce upon availability, selections vary
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
5609 North Albany Avenue
Tampa, FL 33603
directions
Contact
(813) 351-0827
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent de Paul Tampa - St Lawrence
Unclaimed
16 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open to all
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Sun, October 13th (in 4 weeks)
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Sun, October 27th (next month)
  1:30 pm–3:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Sunday
- 1:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
Location
5225 North Himes Avenue
Northwest Tampa, FL 33614
directions
Contact
(813) 875-4040
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent de Paul - St Mary
Unclaimed
49 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Open to all
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- Tue, September 24th (next week)
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- Tue, October 1st (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–11:30 am
- 8:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
14004 North 15th Street
Tampa, FL 33613
directions
Contact
(813) 263-6979
www.stmarytampa.org
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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 Tampa.
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)
Hope Effect Food Pantry
Claimed
7 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Thursday
  2:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Sunday
  9:00 am
- Thu, September 26th (next week)
  2:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 9:00 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
5102 West Linebaugh Avenue
Tampa, FL 33624
directions
Contact
(813) 960-3030
https://mstarchurch.org/resources/food-pantry
Food pantry (groceries)
Most Holy Redeemer
Unclaimed
47 minutes
average wait time

Info
May have long lines; advised to arrive early
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  Drive-Thru Only
- Tue, September 24th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  Drive-Thru Only
- Tue, October 1st (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
  Drive-Thru Only
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
10110 North Central Avenue
Tampa, FL 33612
directions
Contact
(813) 932-0207
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Food pantry (groceries)
Kaye Prox Food Bank
Claimed
52 minutes
average wait time

Info
Kaye Prox offers distributions of groceries for families experiencing food insecurity in our local area (Tampa zip codes 33615, 33614, 33625, 33626, 33634, 33635). We check ID at first visit, and we require that clients register with us if they decide to return for a second visit (we have a form they can fill out).
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  12:30 pm–1:15 pm
- This Wednesday
  12:30 pm–1:15 pm
- This Friday
  2:30 pm–3:30 pm
- 12:30 pm–1:15 pm
  every week on Monday
- 12:30 pm–1:15 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
8401 West Hillsborough Avenue
Tampa, FL 33615
directions
Contact
(813) 884-1232
https://www.facebook.com/KayeProxFoodBank
Food pantry (groceries)
St. George Coptic Orthodox
Unclaimed
19 minutes
average wait time

Info
Tickets are given out before distribution begins.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Fri, September 27th (next week)
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- Fri, October 4th (in 2 weeks)
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
- 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
2135 West Busch Boulevard
Forest Hills, FL 33612
directions
Contact
(813) 857-5725
https://new.saintgeorgecopticchurch.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
A Blessing Food Pantry
Unclaimed
49 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  8:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- This Friday
  7:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, September 25th (next week)
  8:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 8:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
- 7:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
920 East Sitka Street
Tampa, FL 33604
directions
Contact
(813) 240-8774
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Food pantry (groceries)
SVDP West Hillsborough District Pantry
Unclaimed
1 hour 28 minutes
average wait time

Info
Registration done upon arrival.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
  Financial assistance for some bills, proof required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Open now!
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- This Wednesday
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- This Friday
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
12310 North Nebraska Avenue
Tampa, FL 33612
directions
Contact
(813) 977-7057
http://svdptampa.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bible Based Fellowship of Temple Terrace
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time
Info
They work with volunteers and sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances they might not make it to open on some of the days stated.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Wednesday, Saturday
Location
8718 North 46th Street
Temple Crest, FL 33617
directions
Contact
(813) 980-0559
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa that’s open today: Kaye Prox Food Bank, SVDP West Hillsborough District Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Tampa for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.