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 Southwest Waterfront.

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 Southwest Waterfront 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 Southwest Waterfront 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 Southwest Waterfront that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/lutheran-church-of-the-reformation-food-pantry">Lutheran Church of the Reformation - Food Pantry</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/the-father-mckenna-center">The Father McKenna Center</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/mckenna-s-wagon-19th-st">McKenna’s Wagon: 19th St</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/new-york-avenue-presbyterian-church">New York Avenue Presbyterian Church</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Southwest Waterfront for in-person visits. You can always reach us by <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in Southwest Waterfront

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Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Christ United Methodist Church
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Wed, August 13th (next week)
  Other material needs: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  Clothing may be available
- Sat, August 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Other material needs: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- Other material needs: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
900 4th Street SW Washington, DC 20024
Washington, DC 20024
directions
Contact
(202) 669-2664
https://christchurchinthecity.org/contact/
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Food pantry (groceries)
James Creek Resident Council
8 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.62 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Wed, August 13th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, August 26th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, September 10th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
100 N St SW
Washington, DC 20024
directions
Contact
(202) 803-2231
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent de Paul
13 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.75 mi
Info
Volunteers are needed beginning at 8:30 AM.

Serves 20024 zip code only.
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, August 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, September 27th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, October 25th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
14 M Street Southeast
Navy Yard, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 615-7862
https://svdpdc.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 Southwest Waterfront.
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)
Lutheran Church of the Reformation - Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

1.29 mi
Info
The food pantry is closed on the first two Mondays of April 2023.

It is closed on all Federal holidays plus Easter Monday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and December 26th-31st.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Mon, August 11th (next week)
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday
Location
212 East Capitol Street Northeast
Capitol Hill, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 543-4200
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Father McKenna Center
28 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

1.7 mi
Info
You must meet the current TEFAP income requirements.

Recommended to arrive early

First 35 peoples will be served

Will be closed on the 24th through to the 26th
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- This Thursday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
900 North Capitol Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 842-1112
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Greater New Hope Baptist Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
45 minutes
average wait time

1.47 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tue, August 12th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, August 12th (next week)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, September 9th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
Location
816 8th STREET NW
Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(301) 357-4905
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church of the Epiphany - Welcome Table Cafe
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.43 mi
Info
Serves breakfast every Sunday morning
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, August 17th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, August 24th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
1317 G Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 347-2635
http://epiphanydc.org/ministry/welcome-table/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
McKenna’s Wagon: 19th St
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.56 mi
Info
19th and H Street NW: 2 blocks down from the previous stop. An MT staff member will be present at this location
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Mobile soup kitchen truck
Schedule
- Today
  6:00 pm–6:25 pm
- Tomorrow
  6:00 pm–6:25 pm
- This Wednesday
  6:00 pm–6:25 pm
- 6:00 pm–6:25 pm
  every day
Location
17th Street Northwest
I St NW
Northwest Washington, DC 20006
directions
Contact
(202) 328-6608
https://marthastable.org/health-wellness-programs/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
New York Avenue Presbyterian Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.52 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Located in the basement
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Located in the basement
- This Wednesday
  11:00 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Located in the basement
- 8:15 am
  every week on Sunday
- 11:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1313 New York Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 393-3700
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Food pantry (groceries)
United Church Foggy Bottom Food Pantry
7 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.79 mi
Info
Bring photo ID showing current DC address and proof of need (food stamps, SSI, Medicaid, Medicare, SSDI, unemployment etc.) OR proof of income (showing that income is below federal poverty level for family size).
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, August 23rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, September 13th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1920 G Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20006
directions
Contact
(202) 331-1495
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Southwest Waterfront 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 Southwest Waterfront 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 Southwest Waterfront that’s open today: Lutheran Church of the Reformation - Food Pantry, The Father McKenna Center, McKenna’s Wagon: 19th St, New York Avenue Presbyterian Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Southwest Waterfront for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.