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.

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 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 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 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.

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Mill Grove United Methodist Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

3.17 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/millgroveumc
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Monday
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- February 16th is Washington's Birthday
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Mon, February 16th (next week)
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Mon, February 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
7311 Mill Grove Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
directions
Contact
(704) 882-3770
https://millgrove.org/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Stallings Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.82 mi
Info
Parking lots do not open until 5 p.m.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Friday
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Fri, February 20th (next week)
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- Fri, February 27th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1115 Stallings Road
Matthews, NC 28104
directions
Contact
(704) 821-8820
https://www.facebook.com/CommonCupboard
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Food pantry (groceries)
Joseph's Food Pantry at Refinery Church
14 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

6.24 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:00 am
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:00 am
- Tue, February 24th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:00 am
- 9:30 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
11231 Lawyers Road
Mint Hill, NC 28227
directions
Contact
(704) 900-6482
https://www.refinerychurchclt.com/
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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.
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)
Servant’s Heart of Mint Hill - Nourish Up - Referral Required
12 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

7.56 mi
Info
Previously "Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays". New name. Same mission.

This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral.

How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status (Y or N) ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP (Y or N) ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.
- Requirements
  Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Thu, February 19th (next week)
  3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Thu, February 26th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
9229 Lawyers Road, Suite N
Suite N
Mint Hill, NC 28227
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
Food pantry (groceries)
The New Antioch Church
31 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

8.41 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Proof of household income required
  Completed application
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, February 24th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
8324 Idlewild Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
directions
Contact
(704) 712-1102
https://sites.google.com/view/amparoyfortaleza
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. John Neumann-
14 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

8.23 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  5:30 pm–7:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Mon, February 16th (next week)
  CLOSED
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Tuesday
- 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
8451 Idlewild Road
Marlwood, NC 28227
directions
Contact
(704) 536-6520
https://4sjnc.org/ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Hope Baptist Church
51 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

8.8 mi
Info
Line starts around 8:30am
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Sat, February 21st (next week)
  10:00 am
- Sat, March 7th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am
- Sat, March 21st (next month)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
7841 Idlewild Road
Idlewild Farms, NC 28212
directions
Contact
(704) 537-6340
https://newhopecharlotte.org/ministries
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Operation Reach Out
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

8.13 mi
Info
Call first to have an appointment and verify if you are eligible.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Appointments required
  On-site registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–1:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1308 Miller Street
Monroe, NC 28110
directions
Contact
(704) 289-4237
http://www.opreachout.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
UNION COUNTY COMMUNITY SHELTER
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

8.37 mi
Info
SHELTER/TRANSITIONAL HOUSING

CRISIS ASSISTANCE FOR SINGLE ADULTS AND FAMILIES
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Drive-thru only
  On-site registration required
- Tue, March 17th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Drive-thru only
  On-site registration required
- Tue, April 21st (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Drive-thru only
  On-site registration required
- Food pantry (groceries): 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 6:30 pm–7:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:30 pm–1:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:00 am
Location
160 Meadow Street
Monroe, NC 28110
directions
Contact
(704) 261-3491
https://www.unionshelter.org/food/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Cokesbury Methodist Church - The Bulb
9 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

9.44 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Fresh produce
Schedule
- Tue, February 17th (next week)
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Tue, March 3rd (in 3 weeks)
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Tue, March 17th (next month)
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
6701 Idlewild Road
North Sharon Amity / Reddman Road, NC 28212
directions
Contact
https://www.thebulbgallery.org/marketsites
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 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.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.