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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Mighty Writers El Futuro

    18 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.15 mi


    Info

    Some visitors may need to complete registration forms or show identification. Proof of U.S. citizenship is NOT required.

    Please note that longer wait times may occur.

    • Tuesdays: We distribute food through the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). This federal USDA program requires participants to sign a government form and disclose household size and income.
    • Wednesday through Friday: We offer a selection of 6 to 10 food items, including canned goods. Availability depends on daily donations from Retail Rescue and Philabundance.
    • Family Fridays: Food distribution on Fridays is reserved specifically for families with children aged 12 and under.

    To serve as many individuals and families as possible, visits are limited to two times per week.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • This Thursday

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • This Friday

      11:30 am–12:30 pm

    • 11:30 am–12:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Map of Mighty Writers El Futuro

    Location

    1025 South 9th Street

    Bella Vista, PA 19147

    directions

    Contact

    https://mightywriters.org/food-distribution/

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    Community fridge

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet


    Info

    Resource has no phone number however, email and FB is available (https://www.facebook.com/southphlcommunityfridge) and please check their website as well.

    Open 24/7! Free, outdoor community fridge/pantry operated by local volunteers.

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Tomorrow

      12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • This Thursday

      12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • 12:00 am–11:59 pm

      every day

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 minute

    average wait time

    0.72 mi


    Info

    Guest line up on the north patio of the church at 4th and Walnut St at 10 am for a number. We have limited seating.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals
      • Toiletries may be available

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

    Contact

    (215) 923-1733
  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 Bella Vista.

  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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    Community fridge

    0 reviews

    Claimed

    no ratings yet


    Info

    Resource has no phone number however, email and FB is available (https://www.facebook.com/southphlcommunityfridge) and please check their website as well. Fridge image and location : https://www.instagram.com/p/C3QG6QlJb6n/?hl=en&img_index=1

    Open 24/7! Free, outdoor community fridge/pantry operated by local volunteers.

    Schedule

    • Open now!

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

    • Tomorrow

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

    • This Thursday

      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)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.27 mi


    Info

    Fridges and Family at The People's Kitchen offers ready-to-eat meals.

    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • This Friday

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    0.92 mi


    Info

    Line starts forming as early as 7am

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      9:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, July 2nd (next week)

      9:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Thu, July 9th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 9:00 am

      every week on Thursday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    0 reviews

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.74 mi


    Info

    A parish-sponsored, all-volunteer outreach program that has served hot, freshly cooked sit-down lunches restaurant-style since 1985. Guests line up at the 4th Street doorway between Walnut and Locust before entering for a single-seating meal. The program also offers on-site case management for housing assistance through a partnership with Bethesda Project, help with benefits applications (SNAP, utility grants, prescriptions), mail services, health screenings and medical referrals, and distributes clothing, socks, winter coats, and toiletries when available. Adults 18 and older are welcome.

    • Requirements

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

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    9 minutes

    average wait time

    0.67 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • This Thursday

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • This Friday

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:30 am–1:00 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.54 mi


    Info

    Referral from their medical case manager.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit 3 times a month
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:30 am–12:45 pm

    • Tomorrow

      1:30 pm–4:30 pm

    • This Thursday

      9:30 am–12:45 pm

    • 9:30 am–12:45 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • 1:30 pm–4:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.96 mi


    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      9:30 am–11:00 am

      • ID required
    • This Friday

      9:30 am–11:00 am

      • ID required
    • Thu, July 2nd (next week)

      9:30 am–11:00 am

      • ID required
    • Fri, July 3rd (next week)

      CLOSED

      • ID required
    • 9:30 am–11:00 am

      every week on Thursday, Friday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Bella Vista 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 Bella Vista 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 Bella Vista that’s open today: South Philadelphia Community Fridge @ Fridges and Family, South Philadelphia Community Fridge @ BOK Building

  20. Where are you located?

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