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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Friendship Place Drop-in center

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.51 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      1:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • This Tuesday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

    Map of Friendship Place Drop-in center

    Location

    4713 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest

    Northwest Washington, DC 20016

    directions

    Contact

    (202) 364-1419

    https://friendshipplace.org/drop-in-and-clinic/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    57 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.38 mi


    Info

    • We are a food pantry that distributes fresh fruits and vegetables, household cleaning items, personal hygiene items, and canned/boxed foods. Based on donations from local businesses, we also try to distribute milk and cheese, baked goods, meats, and ready-made meals.

    **We give out food and cleaning items every Sunday from 1 to 3 pm, rain or shine. If pantry guests arrive at 2 pm, the line is shorter and there still is plenty of food. We are open on holidays.

    • For people who are unable to visit the pantry in person due to disability, we deliver groceries to homes during weekends. This depends on how many volunteer drivers we have.

    • We are located behind the building at 4340 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC. We are a block north of the Van Ness Metro station on the Red line on the west side.

    **People can text or call NW Community Food at (202) 743-5770. Our website is: https://nwcommunityfood.net.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry
      • Delivery may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Sun, May 10th (next week)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Sun, May 17th (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Sunday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.06 mi


    Info

    • Food pantry entrance is the Portico Entrance located off of the parking lot on Ellicott Street and 36th Street.
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, May 16th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 6th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 20th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, July 4th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

  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 American University Park.

  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)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    2.78 mi


    Info

    To make an appointment, please text 301-664-4630 or email food@nourishingbethesda.org.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      6:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • This Friday

      9:30 am–6:00 pm

    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      6:00 pm–8:00 pm

      • Call in advance for services
    • 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 9:30 am–6:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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

    20 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.17 mi


    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–11:00 am

    • This Thursday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am

    • This Saturday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–11:00 am

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am

      every week on Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on Saturday, Sunday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    1.41 mi


    Info

    This resource offers a Tuesday Supper program, providing ready-to-eat meals. They also host a Food Bank for groceries on a different day.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, May 12th (next week)

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Tue, May 19th (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.67 mi


    Info

    Hours of operation: Open Every Tuesday Afternoon 1:30-2:30 PM.

    Required: Proof of DC residency is needed. Please bring a current photo ID such as a driver's license, passport or other identification card, along with proof of residency such as utility bill, etc.

    ID required for all members of the household

    Must be a resident of Washington DC

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • Tue, May 12th (next week)

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • Tue, May 19th (in 2 weeks)

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • 1:30 pm–2:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

  12. Street view

    Food pantry (groceries)

    39 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    3.23 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, May 15th (next week)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Fri, June 19th (next month)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Fri, July 17th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

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

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    3.17 mi


    Info

    • In 2026 the Thrive DC Food Pantry will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY.
    • If you are interested in receiving food via appointment please email: pantry@thrivedc.org We will have a limited number of spaces for 2026.
    • Please include your Capital Area Food Bank Card number in your email.
    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

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

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • This Tuesday

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

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • This Wednesday

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

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Thursday

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

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

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    3.24 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • This Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

    • This 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

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in American University Park 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 American University Park 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 American University Park that’s open today: NW Community Food, Loaves & Fishes

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in American University Park 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 American University Park 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 American University Park, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.