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    Food pantry (groceries)

    The H.O.P.E. Food Pantry

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.56 mi


    Info

    The H.O.P.E. Food Pantry (Helping Other People Eat) is a ministry of Holy Cross Parish in Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, serving neighbors since 1990. The pantry provides supplemental groceries to community members facing food insecurity.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    Map of The H.O.P.E. Food Pantry

    Location

    140 East Mt. Airy Avenue

    Philadelphia, PA 19119

    directions

    Contact

    (215) 438-2921

    https://holycrossphl.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.56 mi


    Info

    Must live in 19118, 19119, 19138, or 19150

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    7 minutes

    average wait time

    1.08 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Allen Lane.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.25 mi


    Info

    On-site registration is required. Clients report using a numbered ticket system; please check with staff upon arrival for the current process.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 21st (next week)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.9 mi


    Info

    Veterans service post and community hall that hosts occasional community food distributions and holiday basket giveaways for neighbors. No set pantry schedule; announcements typically posted on their Facebook page.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.75 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.36 mi


    Info

    Food sites offer supplemental food and groceries. Site details are subject to change. Before you go, contact the site to confirm their hours and services.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 21st (next week)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Community fridge

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    2 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    This is a free, outdoor community fridge and pantry that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Food is available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is run by local volunteers.

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Today

      Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Tomorrow

      Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

      every day

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.46 mi


    Info

    Families with children. Free of charge. How to get a turkey: Must register in advance via Family Promise’s website or contact event manager Zoe Schaedle (engagement@familypromisephl.org).

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Mon, November 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      ThanksKitchen Giveaway: 1:00 pm–6:00 pm

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    32 minutes

    average wait time

    1.74 mi


    Info

    Enjoy a delicious, nutritious meal with friends Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Reservations are required and should be made by Tuesday at 12:30 PM for the following week. For those 60+, lunch is free with a suggested donation of $1.00. If you’re under 60, the cost is $3.25. Come for the meal, stay for the conversation! To cancel or make a reservation, call 215-848-7722 ext. 208.

    • Requirements

      • Seniors only
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Allen Lane 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Allen Lane do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. 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 Allen Lane that’s open today: Brand New Life Christian Center, Men Who Care of Germantown Inc, Germantown Community Fridge

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Allen Lane for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

  21. Can I get a reminder before my visit?

    Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Allen Lane 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.

  23. 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 in Allen Lane, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.