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 Crescent Heights.

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 Crescent Heights 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 Crescent Heights 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 Crescent Heights that’s open today: First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required , Urban Ministry Center/Roof Above

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Ascension Lutheran Church – Nourish Up Food Pantry
7 reviews
Claimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.98 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/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grier Heights Community Center - The Bulb
11 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.01 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)
Holy Comforter Episcopal Church- Nourish Up - Referral Required
17 reviews
Claimed
1 minute
average wait time

1.77 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/
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 Crescent Heights.
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

2.32 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)
First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required
16 reviews
Claimed
average user rating

2.05 mi
Info
At this Nourish Up food pantry location, neighbors facing food insecurity pick up a week's worth of nutritionally balanced groceries and, because this is a client-choice pantry, can select items that best fit their household.

Clients who do not have a referral from a clergy member, medical provider, school counselor, or government human-services agency can ask Lemontree to provide one.
Requirements
You can visit 12 times a year
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Client choice pantry
Fresh produce
Schedule
Today
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Wednesday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Friday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm @ First Presbyterian Church
Appointment required
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Friday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 2nd Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
200 West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333(Mon–Fri 9am–5pm)
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Ascension Lutheran Soup Kitchen
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.98 mi
Info
Need appointment from website.
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Tuesday
11:00 am–12:30 pm
Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
11:00 am–12:30 pm
Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)
11:00 am–12:30 pm
11:00 am–12:30 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
1225 East Morehead Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
directions
Contact
(704) 372-7317
https://www.ascensioncharlotte.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Nourish UP @ Care Ring - Referral Required
13 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.66 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
Client choice pantry
Schedule
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–11:30 am
Next Thursday
2:00 pm–4:30 pm
Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–11:30 am
9:00 am–11:30 am
every week on Tuesday
2:00 pm–4:30 pm
every week on Thursday
1:30 pm–4:00 pm
every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
1514 North Graham Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantry/care-ring-pantry/2025-03-25/
Food pantry (groceries)
Lydia's Food Pantry - Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte
62 reviews
Claimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.32 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
Food pantry (groceries)
Mapleway - The Bulb
6 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

1.93 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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Urban Ministry Center/Roof Above
7 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.02 mi
Info
Roof Above’s Day Services Center offers daily lunch and a hub for basic needs and connections to resources, including showers, laundry, restrooms, device charging, phone, fax, and mail, on‑site nursing and medication support, help obtaining IDs and bus passes, and connections to shelter and housing.
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
9:00 am–12:30 pm
Today
11:15 am–12:15 pm
Tomorrow
9:00 am–12:30 pm
11:15 am–12:15 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
8:30 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
1:30 pm–4:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
9:00 am–12:30 pm
every week on Saturday, Sunday
Location
945 North College Street
Lockwood, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 347-0278
https://www.roofabove.org/get-help/
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Crescent Heights 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 Crescent Heights 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 Crescent Heights that’s open today: First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required, Urban Ministry Center/Roof Above
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Crescent Heights 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 Crescent Heights 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 Crescent Heights, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.