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.

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Summer Meals site hosted at Oakhurst STEAM Academy, providing free USDA Summer Food Service Program meals to children 18 and younger during summer break. Operated by CMS School Nutrition Services.

A Nourish Up community food-access resource serving neighbors in Mecklenburg County who need food assistance.

Catherine Essick (980) 343-6041 6/22/2026 10:00:00 AM 7/2/2026 10:00:00 AM

Catherine Essick (980) 343-6041 6/22/2026 10:00:00 AM 8/6/2026 10:00:00 AM

Catherine Essick (980) 343-6041 6/22/2026 10:00:00 AM 7/31/2026 10:00:00 AM

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.

1ST & 3RD WED , 4-5pm,

Operated by Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, this recreation center hosts the USDA Summer Food Service Program (Seamless Summer Option) by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School Nutrition Services during summer. Free, nutritious breakfast and lunch meals and snacks are served on-site to children and teens 18 and under. No registration, ID, or proof of income is required; meals must be eaten on-site.