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 Atlanta.

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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/crossroads-community-ministries">Crossroads Community Ministries</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/shrine-of-the-immaculate-conception">Shrine of the Immaculate Conception</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/loaves-and-fishes-at-st-john">Loaves and Fishes at St John</a>

Where are you located?

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

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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Crossroads Community Ministries
6 reviews
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.23 mi
Info
Clients must complete intake onsite and be enrolled in one of our support service programs in order to receive a meal.

We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30am-1:30pm. We see clients on a first-come, first-served basis. We offer a daily meal for guests who are receiving services. Those services include documentation, transportation and housing assistance, mailroom services, and case management. The meal is served between 10am-noon.

The building is near St. Luke's Episcopal Church
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
420 Courtland Street Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308
directions
Contact
(404) 873-7654
https://crossroadsatlanta.org/need-help/
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Food pantry (groceries)
APS Student and Family Support Hub
3 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

1.01 mi
Info
Limited spots available each week Must be an APS Family Call 404-802-1900 for more information. WHEN: Tuesdays in June & July at 10:30AM - Until we are out PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO DISTRIBUTION JULY 1ST
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  CLOSED
- Tue, November 18th (next week)
  10:30 am
- Tue, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
  10:30 am
- 10:30 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
601 Beckwith Street Southwest
Atlanta University Center, GA 30314
directions
Contact
(404) 802-1900
https://www.atlantapublicschools.us/Page/72184
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Food pantry (groceries)
Butler St. Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
10 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.63 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 am–10:00 am
  Breakfast
- Thu, November 20th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 am–10:00 am
  Breakfast
- Thu, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
  CLOSED
  Breakfast
- Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
23 Jesse Hill Junior Drive Southeast
Downtown Atlanta, GA 30303
directions
Contact
(404) 659-8745
https://www.bscmechurch.org/
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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 Atlanta.
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)
Flipper Temple AME Church
30 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.94 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/FlipperTempleAME/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- Wed, November 19th (next week)
  9:30 am–2:30 pm
- Wed, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
580 Atlanta Student Movement Boulevard
Atlanta University Center, GA 30314
directions
Contact
(404) 522-5020
https://www.flippertempleame.com/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
24 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.11 mi
Info
Must have an existing residence or housing to receive groceries. Food pantry needs to know that there's a kitchen where the food is cooked.

No requirements for soup kitchen and sandwich lines.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  Closed on major holidays
  Walk-ins accepted
  No requirements
  Hands out sandwiches
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  Closed on major holidays
  Walk-ins accepted
  No requirements
  Hands out sandwiches
- This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  State ID required
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:30 am
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:30 am–10:45 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
48 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest
South Downtown, GA 30303
directions
Contact
(404) 521-1866
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Food pantry (groceries)
Summerhill Neighborhood Development Corporation
3 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.02 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Number of household members
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  11:00 am
- Wed, November 19th (next week)
  11:00 am
- Wed, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
  CLOSED
- 11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday
Location
211 Georgia Avenue Southeast
Summerhill, GA 30312
directions
Contact
(404) 586-0150
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Salvation Army Atlanta Harbor Light
4 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.21 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  CLOSED
- This Thursday
  8:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tue, November 18th (next week)
  8:00 am–2:00 pm
- 8:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
469 Marietta Street NorthWest
Downtown Atlanta, GA 30313
directions
Contact
(404) 486-2700
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/metro-atlanta/red-shield-services
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Food pantry (groceries)
Central United Methodist Church
23 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

0.86 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- November 26th is Thanksgiving Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 10th (next month)
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the last Wednesday
Location
501 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest
Atlanta University Center, GA 30314
directions
Contact
(404) 524-4263
https://www.centralumcatl.org/cumc-food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Blessed Divas Corporation
1 review
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.76 mi
Info
Program Qualifications To participate in our program, all applicants must meet the following requirements: Provide a Valid Photo ID Submit Proof of Residency (such as a utility bill, lease, or official mail) Complete the Required ACFB Registration Form Be 17 Years of Age or Older All information must be provided at the time of registration. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to our community efforts.

Program Contact Quandra Zellner 470-269-1269 info@blesseddivasatl.com
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, November 22nd (next week)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Sat, November 29th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
477 Windsor Street Southwest
Mechanicsville, GA 30312
directions
Contact
(470) 269-1269
www.blesseddivasatl.com
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Loaves and Fishes at St John
2 reviews
Claimed
no ratings yet

1.13 mi
Info
Sometimes offer Job referrals.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–9:45 am
  Open to all
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–9:45 am
  Open to all
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–9:45 am
  Open to all
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–9:45 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
543 Cherokee Avenue Southeast
Grant Park, GA 30312
directions
Contact
(404) 423-4678
https://www.saintjohnwonderworker.org/
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta that’s open today: Crossroads Community Ministries, Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Loaves and Fishes at St John
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Atlanta for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.