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

    Loaves & Fishes

    20 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.63 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am

    • This Saturday

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

    • Next Sunday

      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

    Map of Loaves & Fishes

    Location

    1525 Newton St NW

    Washington, DC 20910

    directions

    Contact

    (240) 855-5874

    https://www.saintstephensdc.org/organizations-at-st-stephen-s

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    52 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.39 mi


    Info

    Church‑run pantry providing free bags and boxes of groceries (including canned goods, packaged items, and frozen meats) supported in part by the Capital Area Food Bank, with a Clothes Closet offering free clothing; distribution occurs in the church fellowship hall and is open to all.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Thu, July 9th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Thu, July 23rd (next month)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    48 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.06 mi


    Info

    We also issue Martha Table cards which you may get when you sign up to come to the market, and you can shop 2xs a month on. Do not go to the apartment building; Martha's Table is on the left. It is preferred to call before going. If they are closed, they put a prompt or voicemail. They are closed on holidays and during special events.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      11:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–4:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      11:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–4:00 pm

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

  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 Crestwood.

  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)

    31 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.72 mi


    Info

    CALL BEFORE GOING, SCHEDULE VARIES. We have free pantry food product bags. Walk-ins can request one per month. Fresh produce are available on third Wedsnesday of the month.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      9:00 am–7:00 pm

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–7:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      9:00 am–7:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–7:00 pm

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

    • 10:00 am

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.06 mi


    Info

    CARECEN provides legal aid and support for immigration and housing. They host a food distribution on the last Friday of every month, operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Clients do not need to show an ID. Food delivery services are not available. To reach reception, dial extension 210 or 222.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      10:00 am

    • Fri, July 31st (next month)

      10:00 am

    • Fri, August 28th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am

    • 10:00 am

      every month on the last Friday

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

    24 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.63 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 Wednesday

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

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

      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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    Food pantry (groceries)

    8 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.26 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

    • Tomorrow

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • Tue, June 30th (next week)

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • Tue, July 7th (in 2 weeks)

      1:30 pm–2:30 pm

    • 1:30 pm–2:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.78 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

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

    • Tomorrow

      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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    73 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.01 mi


    Info

    The door for Food Closet is on Kennedy Street

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Wednesday

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Wed, July 8th (in 2 weeks)

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Wed, July 22nd (in 4 weeks)

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:30 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Wednesday

    • 11:30 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    41 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    0.67 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Fri, July 17th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Fri, August 21st (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Fri, September 18th (in 3 months)

      10:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Crestwood 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 Crestwood 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 Crestwood that’s open today: Martha’s Table - Maycroft Office, The Family Place, Shrine of the Sacred Heart

  20. Where are you located?

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