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 Cotswold.

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 Cotswold 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 Cotswold 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Cotswold to see if any are 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 in Cotswold.

Where are you located?

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

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.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Cotswold 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 in Cotswold, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Grier Heights Community Center - The Bulb
11 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.52 mi
Info
The Bulb is a nonprofit mobile farmers market serving underserved communities in and around Charlotte.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Wed, December 16th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
every month on the 1st Wednesday
Location
3100 Leroy Street
Charlotte, NC 28205
directions
Contact
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
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Food pantry (groceries)
Shalom Adonai Ministerio Internacional
21 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
Info
A church-based food pantry providing grocery assistance.
Requirements
ID required
Drive-thru only
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
Mon, December 7th (in 4 weeks)
11:30 am–12:30 pm
Mon, December 14th (in 5 weeks)
11:30 am–12:30 pm
11:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 2nd Monday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Monday
11:30 am–12:30 pm
every month on the 1st Monday
Location
1148 North Sharon Amity Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
directions
Contact
(704) 910-0450
https://shalomadonaimi.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mapleway - The Bulb
6 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.11 mi
Info
The Bulb brings barrier-free mobile farmers markets to neighborhoods across Charlotte all year long. No sign-up. No ID. No cost. Just fresh food for all, shared with dignity-no questions asked. Each week, we host outdoor markets full of fresh, nutritious, and absolutely delicious produce. You'll find a rotating mix of seasonal fruits, veggies, herbs, and more. -When you visit, we may ask a few brief (and totally optional) questions. This helps us make sure we bring enough food for everyone and it supports the funding that keeps our markets running strong. Your personal information is never shared and will never be used in any way that identifies you. Our team is here to welcome you, answer questions, and help you shop with ease. Questions? Contact us.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Friday
10:30 am–11:30 am
Fri, December 4th (in 3 weeks)
10:30 am–11:30 am
Fri, December 18th (next month)
10:30 am–11:30 am
10:30 am–11:30 am
every month on the 1st Friday
10:30 am–11:30 am
every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
1012 McAlway Road
Cotswold, NC 28211
directions
Contact
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
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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 Cotswold.
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)
Nourish Up Pantry at Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte
5 reviews
Claimed
15 minutes
average wait time

2.91 mi
Info
A Nourish Up community food-access resource serving neighbors in Mecklenburg County who need food assistance.
Requirements
You can visit 12 times a year
Call in advance for services
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Client choice pantry
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Appointment required
Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
CLOSED
Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
3601 Central Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/venue/galilee-ministries-of-east-charlotte/
Food pantry (groceries)
Eastern Hills Baptist Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required
55 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.48 mi
Info
Eastern Hills Baptist Church partners with Nourish Up to support neighbors experiencing food insecurity.
Requirements
You can visit 12 times a year
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Delivery may be available
Schedule
Next Thursday
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
CLOSED
Thu, December 3rd (in 3 weeks)
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
4855 Albemarle Road
Charlotte, NC 28205
directions
Contact
(704) 537-5101
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Cokesbury Methodist Church - The Bulb
26 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.82 mi
Info
The Bulb operates a nonprofit, community-led mobile farmers market that brings free food distribution to Charlotte neighborhoods with limited access to nutritious food.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Tuesday
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Tue, December 15th (next month)
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
every month on the 1st Tuesday
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
6701 Idlewild Road
Charlotte, NC 28212
directions
Contact
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
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Food pantry (groceries)
Holy Comforter Episcopal Church- Nourish Up - Referral Required
17 reviews
Claimed
1 minute
average wait time

3.24 mi
Info
Lemontree can provide the required referral for this pantry. Please reach out to our helpline for help getting a referral for a Nourish Up pantry. Nourish Up also runs pop-up food shares, where no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required for these pop-ups. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/ Website: https://nourishup.org/pantries/ Requirements: referral required, appointment required
Requirements
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Tuesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2701 Park Road
Freedom Park, NC 28209
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Jewish Family Services
4 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.08 mi
Info
Serves the Jewish community; not open to the public for regular services. Clients must be set up with a case manager to access services. They will provide one-time, emergency assistance even if you are not Jewish.
Requirements
ID required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
November 26th is Thanksgiving Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
Wed, December 9th (in 4 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Thursday
Location
5007 Providence Rd
Suite 105
Charlotte, NC 28226
directions
Contact
(704) 364-6594
https://jfscharlotte.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ascension Lutheran Church – Nourish Up Food Pantry
7 reviews
Claimed
1 minute
average wait time

3.24 mi
Info
Lemontree can provide the required referral for this pantry. Please reach out to our helpline for help getting a referral for a Nourish Up pantry. Nourish Up also runs pop-up food shares, where no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required for these pop-ups. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/ Website: https://nourishup.org/pantries/ Requirements: referral required, appointment required
Requirements
Referral required
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
11:00 am–1:30 pm
Next Friday
11:00 am–1:30 pm
Mon, November 23rd (in 2 weeks)
11:00 am–1:30 pm
Fri, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
CLOSED
11:00 am–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Friday
Location
1225 East Morehead Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
directions
Contact
(704) 372-7317
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Lydia's Food Pantry - Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte
62 reviews
Claimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.91 mi
Requirements
Call in advance for services
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
3:00 pm–4:00 pm @ Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte
Appointment required
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Halal food available
Next Wednesday
11:00 am–1:00 pm @ Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte
Appointment required
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Halal food available
Next Thursday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm @ Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte
Appointment required
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Halal food available
3:00 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
11:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
3601 Central Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205
directions
Contact
(704) 900-5210
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Cotswold 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 Cotswold 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Cotswold to see if any are 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 in Cotswold.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Cotswold for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
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.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Cotswold 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 in Cotswold, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.