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 Derita Woods.

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 Derita Woods 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 Derita Woods 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 Derita Woods that’s open today: Champion House of Care Project One Food Pantry , Hearts United for Good , Sugaw Creek Recreation Center , HIGHLAND RENAISSANCE ACADEMY-1 , Sugar Creek Charter School , Masjid Ash-Shaheed (CMS Summer Meal Program Site) , Kingdom Harvest Bibleway Church

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Champion House of Care Project One Food Pantry
74 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.93 mi
Info
Please park, have your phone available to receive your food box.
Requirements
You can visit once every 7 weeks
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Toiletries may be available
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Today
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Next Monday
9:30 am–11:00 am
Next Monday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
9:30 am–11:00 am
every week on Monday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Monday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
1:30 pm–2:30 pm
every week on Thursday
2:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Friday
Location
2230 West Sugar Creek Road
Charlotte, NC 28262
directions
Contact
(980) 415-8113
www.championhouseofcareprojectone.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Statesville Ave. Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up - Referral Required
35 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.23 mi
Info
Update to FEMA Card Program We have received additional FEMA gift cards, and the program will reopen in June for clients with supplemental dietary needs. Reminder that clients may receive one referral per calendar year (Jan–Dec). Referrals must be CALLED in by medical providers ONLY.

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 Diaper Bank Pantries: Statesville Ave & Eastern Hills The above pantries partner with the NC Diaper Bank and maintain a consistent supply of child and adult diapers. Clients may pick up diapers once per month during pantry hours, with or without a referral, as supplies are available.
Requirements
Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Next Wednesday
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Next Thursday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
3:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
3435 Nevin Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Faith CME Church
28 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
Info
Faith CME Church offers food to help meet the nutritional needs of the community. The pantry operates as a drive-thru and is open to anyone in need.
Requirements
Drive-thru only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Wednesday
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Wed, August 19th (in 2 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Wed, August 26th (in 3 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
457 Wellingford Street
Charlotte, NC 28213
directions
Contact
(704) 597-8249
https://faithcmechurch.org/
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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 Derita Woods.
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)
Hearts United for Good
8 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

2.13 mi
Info
Offers groceries, hygiene kits, and diapers. To make a food pantry appointment booking, please visit www.hugclt.org/book-online. Registration on website is required.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Client choice pantry
Toiletries may be available
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Today
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Monday
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Tuesday
9:00 am–5:00 pm
Appointment required
9:00 am–5:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2920 North Tryon Street
Tryon Hills, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 870-4901
https://www.hugclt.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hidden Valley - The Bulb
18 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.82 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Schedule
Next Tuesday
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, August 18th (in 2 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tue, August 25th (in 3 weeks)
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
5:00 pm–6:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
802 Tom Hunter Road
Hidden Valley, NC 28213
directions
Contact
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Sugaw Creek Recreation Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.96 mi
Info
Sugaw Creek Recreation Center hosts a USDA Summer Food Service Program site run by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School Nutrition Services. Free nutritious meals and snacks are provided to children and teens during summer break at this Mecklenburg County recreation center. As a federal open site, all children 18 and under can receive meals at no cost, and children eat on site. The center also offers youth programs and community activities during summer, so families can combine meal service with recreation programming in a welcoming neighborhood space.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
8:30 am–9:00 am
Today
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
Next Monday
8:30 am–9:00 am
8:30 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
943 W. Sugar Creek Road
Charlotte, NC 28213
directions
Contact
(980) 314-1124(Mon–Thu 8am–8pm, Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 9am–5pm)
https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/Places-to-Visit/Rec-Centers/sugaw-creek-recreation-center
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
HIGHLAND RENAISSANCE ACADEMY-1
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.74 mi
Info
Catherine Essick (980) 343-6041 6/22/2026 10:00:00 AM 7/31/2026 10:00:00 AM
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
8:00 am–9:00 am
Today
11:45 am–12:30 pm
Next Monday
8:00 am–9:00 am
8:00 am–9:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
11:45 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
125 West Craighead Road
Sugar Creek, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Sugar Creek Charter School
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.77 mi
Info
Sugar Creek Charter School operates as a free summer meal site, serving nutritious breakfast and lunch to children when school is out. Hosted through the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School Nutrition Services summer program, the site welcomes all kids and teens ages 18 and younger with no paperwork or sign-up needed. Families can simply stop in to enjoy ready-to-eat meals in a familiar school setting.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
7:30 am–8:00 am
Today
11:30 am–12:00 pm
Next Monday
7:30 am–8:00 am
7:30 am–8:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
11:30 am–12:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
4101 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041
http://www.thesugarcreek.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Masjid Ash-Shaheed (CMS Summer Meal Program Site)
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.48 mi
Info
A free community meal program for children and youth, hosted at the Masjid Ash-Shaheed community center as part of the USDA Summer Food Service Program in partnership with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The welcoming environment invites neighborhood kids to gather for a shared lunchtime meal in a family-friendly setting.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:45 am–12:30 pm
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:45 am–12:30 pm
Next Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:45 am–12:30 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:45 am–12:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
400 West Sugar Creek Road
Charlotte, NC 28213
directions
Contact
(980) 343-6041(Mon–Thu 7am–5pm, Fri 7am–12pm)
https://masjidashshaheed.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Kingdom Harvest Bibleway Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.69 mi
Info
Kingdom Harvest Bibleway Church, also known as The Harvest, is a faith-based congregation in the Nevin community of Charlotte, NC. Each summer the church partners with CMS School Nutrition Services to operate a USDA Summer Food Service Program site, providing free, nutritious breakfast and lunch meals to children in the community.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:15 am–10:00 am
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:15 pm–1:00 pm
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:15 am–10:00 am
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:15 pm–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:15 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5236 Statesville Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
directions
Contact
(704) 597-3197(Mon–Fri 9am–2pm)
https://theharvestbwc.com/
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Derita Woods 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 Derita Woods 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 Derita Woods that’s open today: Champion House of Care Project One Food Pantry, Hearts United for Good, Sugaw Creek Recreation Center, HIGHLAND RENAISSANCE ACADEMY-1, Sugar Creek Charter School, Masjid Ash-Shaheed (CMS Summer Meal Program Site), Kingdom Harvest Bibleway Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Derita Woods 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 Derita Woods 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 Derita Woods, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.