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, D.C..

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, D.C. 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, D.C. 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Washington, D.C. to see if any are 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 in Washington, D.C..

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In Washington, D.C.Lemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries)
Emory Beacon of Light
50 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Sat, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, May 24th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, June 14th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
6100 Georgia Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 829-5732
http://emorybeaconoflight.org/index.php/programs/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Sixth Church Food Closet
40 reviews
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time

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 14th (in 3 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, May 28th (next month)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, June 11th (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
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Salvation Army: Sherman Avenue Corp
23 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time
Info
Bring photo identification and proof of eligibility (SNAP, TANF, Medicaid).

Can also call Salvation Army District Social Services to get a referral based on low-income status. (202) 332-5000; open Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

Referral required from social worker, community organization, or Salvation Army (no referral required for last Thursday of the month).

Must be D.C. resident.
- Requirements
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–1:30 pm
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–1:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am–1:30 pm
  every month on the last Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
3335 Sherman Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 829-0100
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/nca/sherman-ave/
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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, D.C..
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!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Kwanzaa Kitchen - St. George's Episcopal Church
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time
Info
Serves Bloomingdale/LeDroit Park area of NW Washington residents
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Sat, May 10th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, May 24th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, June 7th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every 2 weeks on Saturday
Location
160 U Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 985-9267
www.stgeorgesdc.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
People’s Congregational Church
20 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time
Info
will not be open for the month of January
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Fri, May 16th (in 3 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, June 20th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, July 18th (in 3 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
4704 13th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 829-5511
https://peopleschurchucc.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Thrive DC
9 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time
- 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 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 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) 737-4859
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shrine of the Sacred Heart
12 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  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
Location
3211 Sacred Heart Way
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 234-8000
http://dinnerprogram.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Central Union Mission
39 reviews
Unclaimed
34 minutes
average wait time

Info
Behind the Popeye’s. Look for the orange cones in the driveway.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- Thu, May 8th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- Thu, May 15th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
3194 Bladensburg Road Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 529-0165
https://www.missiondc.org/need-help/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Northeastern Presbyterian Church
20 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
- Info
  Closed during summer
Schedule
- Sat, May 17th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, June 21st (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, July 19th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2112 Varnum St. NE
Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 316-8744
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Thomas More Catholic Church
13 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Fri, May 9th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, May 23rd (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, June 13th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Friday
Location
4275 4th Street Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20032
directions
Contact
(202) 562-0431
https://stthomasmoredc.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Washington, D.C. to see if any are 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 in Washington, D.C..
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Washington, D.C. for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.