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 Mount Pleasant.

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 Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant that’s open today: Martha’s Table - Maycroft Office , Shrine of the Sacred Heart , The Dance Institute of Washington , Latin American Youth Center Food Pantry , The Family Place , Columbia Heights Recreation Center , Marie Reed Recreation Center

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Loaves & Fishes
20 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.22 mi
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Tomorrow
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
Next Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 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
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)
Martha’s Table - Maycroft Office
50 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.32 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
July 3rd is Independence Day (substitute day)
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
11:00 am–4:00 pm
Next Monday
11:00 am–4:00 pm
Next Tuesday
11:00 am–4:00 pm
11:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1474 Columbia Road Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 808-8002
https://marthastable.org
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shrine of the Sacred Heart
13 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.13 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
CLOSED
Tomorrow
CLOSED
Next Monday
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
Location
3211 Sacred Heart Way
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 234-8000
https://sacredheartdc.org/dinner-program
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
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 Mount Pleasant.
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!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
The Dance Institute of Washington
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.29 mi
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
July 3rd is Independence Day (substitute day)
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
11:30 am–1:30 pm
Next Monday
8:30 am–10:30 am
Next Monday
11:30 am–1:30 pm
8:30 am–10:30 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
11:30 am–1:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
3400 14th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 899-3842
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Food pantry (groceries)
Latin American Youth Center Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.34 mi
Info
The LAYC Food and Nutrition Program operates an internal food pantry that strengthens food security for youth and families currently participating in LAYC programs. The pantry supplies grocery bags along with basic hygiene items and is distributed to clients through LAYC staff as part of the broader youth-development services the agency provides at its Columbia Road headquarters.
Requirements
Students & staff only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
July 3rd is Independence Day (substitute day)
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
8:00 am–7:00 pm
Next Monday
8:00 am–7:00 pm
Next Tuesday
8:00 am–7:00 pm
8:00 am–7:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1419 Columbia Rd NW
Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 319-2225
https://www.layc-dc.org/food-and-nutrition
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries)
Thrive DC
24 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.22 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
Next Monday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Appointment required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Next Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Appointment required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Next Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:30 am–9:30 am
Appointment required
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
Location
1525 Newton Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 360-9772
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Family Place
32 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.13 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
July 3rd is Independence Day (substitute day)
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
9:00 am–7:00 pm
Next Monday
9:00 am–7:00 pm
Next Tuesday
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
Location
3309 16th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20010
directions
Contact
(202) 265-0149
https://www.thefamilyplacedc.org/
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Columbia Heights Recreation Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.43 mi
Info
Operated through a partnership between the DC Department of Parks and Recreation and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, this site hosts the seasonal DC Youth Meals Program, an open-access summer feeding site serving free, ready-to-eat breakfast and lunch meals on-site to local youth when school is out. Hunger doesn't take a summer break, and these meals help children and teens get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow during the months when National School Lunch and School Breakfast meals are not universally available. The program is funded by the US Department of Agriculture's Summer Food Service Program, and the site is hosted inside the 4-story Columbia Heights Community Center, one of DPR's larger neighborhood recreation facilities.
Requirements
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
July 3rd is Independence Day (substitute day)
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Next Monday
8:30 am–10:00 am
Next Monday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
8:30 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1480 Girard Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 671-0373
https://dpr.dc.gov/ColumbiaHeights
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Marie Reed Recreation Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.77 mi
Info
The Marie Reed Recreation Center hosts a free DC Youth Meals summer meal site in Adams Morgan for children and teens 18 and younger. The site operates through a partnership between the DC Department of Parks and Recreation and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, serving ready-to-eat meals during weekday hours throughout the summer season. Beyond the seasonal meal program, this full-service neighborhood recreation center also offers an indoor pool, gymnasium, basketball court, playground, kiddie pool, and tennis court for community members.
Requirements
All children under 18 are eligible
Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
July 3rd is Independence Day (substitute day)
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Open now!
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Next Monday
8:30 am–10:00 am
Next Monday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
8:30 am–10:00 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2200 Champlain Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 671-0418
https://dpr.dc.gov/mariereed
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Food pantry (groceries)
Francis On The Hill
22 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.67 mi
Info

A bag of groceries is given.

Numbers are given out at 1:30 pm so be sure to be there at or before that time.

Meridian Hill Park is located in NW Washington between 16th and 15th Streets and Euclid St. on the north and W St. on the south. We distribute at the Chapin St. entrance which is halfway up the park on 15th St..

They have 2 lines where one line is for the 260 premade bags they have on their truck and to get a ticket you have to arrive early while the second line is for anyone who didn't receive a ticket and got in line to get any extra food they may have
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
1:30 pm–3:00 pm
Tue, July 14th (in 2 weeks)
1:30 pm–3:00 pm
Tue, July 21st (in 3 weeks)
1:30 pm–3:00 pm
1:30 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Tuesday
Location
1498 Chapin Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 680-0517
https://www.followingfrancis.org/francisonthehill
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant that’s open today: Martha’s Table - Maycroft Office, Shrine of the Sacred Heart, The Dance Institute of Washington, Latin American Youth Center Food Pantry, The Family Place, Columbia Heights Recreation Center, Marie Reed Recreation Center
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.