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Food pantry (groceries)

Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market

27 reviews

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10 minutes

average wait time


Info

The Free Market operates two distinct pantry programs. The Saturday pantry provides groceries every other Saturday from 11 AM to 1 PM at Sherwood Park (57th and Baltimore Avenue). The Tuesday Porch Pantry distributes food from 5646 Cedar Avenue every other Tuesday. Both programs are first-come, first-serve, and clients should bring their own bags or carts.

  • Requirements

    • Must bring own bags/cart
    • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries
    • Other social services available
    • Fresh produce
    • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
    • Clothing may be available

Schedule

  • Tue, June 9th (in 2 weeks)

    11:00 am–1:00 pm @ Sherwood Park

  • Tue, June 23rd (in 4 weeks)

    11:00 am–1:00 pm @ Sherwood Park

  • Tue, July 7th (in 2 months)

    11:00 am–1:00 pm @ Sherwood Park

  • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

    every 2 weeks on Tuesday

Map of Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market

Location

5646 Cedar Avenue

West Philadelphia, PA 19143

directions

Contact

(215) 921-6263

https://www.motivatedcrc.org/

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market, June 9th at 11:00 AM in 2 weeks. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market requires: Must bring own bags/cart, First come, first serve: open until food runs out.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

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?

No appointment needed! Just show up to Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. 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 do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Do they have meat?

Unfortunately, Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market open today?

Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market is not open today! If you don’t see anything else open today, please let us know and we can search for additional options.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. Tuesday Porch Pantry / The Free Market is located at 5646 Cedar Avenue!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.