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Columbia Heights Recreation Center

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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

  • Today

    8:30 am–10:00 am

  • Today

    12:00 pm–2:00 pm

  • Next Monday

    8:30 am–10:00 am

  • 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

Map of Columbia Heights Recreation Center

Location

1480 Girard Street Northwest

Northwest Washington, DC 20009

directions

Contact

(202) 671-0373

https://dpr.dc.gov/ColumbiaHeights

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Columbia Heights Recreation Center, at 8:30 AM in 2 hours. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Columbia Heights Recreation Center requires: Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger.

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 Columbia Heights Recreation Center during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Soup kitchens like Columbia Heights Recreation Center 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.

Is Columbia Heights Recreation Center open today?

Columbia Heights Recreation Center is open today 8:30 AM-10:00 AM!

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. Columbia Heights Recreation Center is located at 1480 Girard Street Northwest!

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.