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Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends

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A parish-sponsored, all-volunteer outreach program that has served hot, freshly cooked sit-down lunches restaurant-style since 1985. Guests line up at the 4th Street doorway between Walnut and Locust before entering for a single-seating meal. The program also offers on-site case management for housing assistance through a partnership with Bethesda Project, help with benefits applications (SNAP, utility grants, prescriptions), mail services, health screenings and medical referrals, and distributes clothing, socks, winter coats, and toiletries when available. Adults 18 and older are welcome.

  • Requirements

    • First come, first serve: open until food runs out

  • Offerings

    • Prepared Meals

Schedule

  • Today

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • This Saturday

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • Next Tuesday

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

  • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

    every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

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Location

321 Willings Alley

Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Contact

(215) 923-1733

https://oldstjoseph.org/faith-food-friends

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How do I get food?

You can receive food by visiting Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends, at 10:00 AM in 9 hours. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends requires: 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 Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

What kind of food do they have?

Soup kitchens like Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends 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 Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends open today?

Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends is open today 10:00 AM-12:00 PM!

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. Old St. Joseph's Faith, Food and Friends is located at 321 Willings Alley!

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.