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Food pantry (groceries)

Central Union Mission

72 reviews

Unclaimed

30 minutes

average wait time


Info

Behind the Popeye’s. Look for the orange cones in the driveway. Recommended to arrive early.

  • Requirements

    • You can visit once a month
    • ID required
    • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  • Offerings

    • Free Groceries

Schedule

  • Next Thursday

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • Thu, May 14th (in 2 weeks)

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • Thu, May 21st (in 3 weeks)

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    every week on Thursday

Map of Central Union Mission

Location

3194 Bladensburg Road Northeast

Northeast Washington, DC 20018

directions

Contact

(202) 529-0165

https://www.missiondc.org/need-help/

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Central Union Mission, May 7th at 10:00 AM next week. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Central Union Mission requires: ID required, First come, first serve: open until food runs out.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are usually reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we can help you find options in your area.

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?

No appointment needed! Just show up to Central Union Mission during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries like Central Union Mission offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. 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?

Unfortunately, Central Union Mission may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Is Central Union Mission open today?

Central Union Mission is not open today! If you don’t see anything else open today, please 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. Central Union Mission is located at 3194 Bladensburg Road Northeast!

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the "Remind me" bell above to get 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 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 near you, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.