Stead Recreation Center

You can receive food by visiting Stead Recreation Center, at 8:30 AM in 14 minutes. Make sure to check each resource to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements–Stead Recreation Center requires: All children under 18 are eligible, Summer Meal Program- Free meals and snacks to children 18 and younger.

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.

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!

No appointment needed! Just show up to Stead Recreation Center during operating hours — no pre-registration required.

Soup kitchens like Stead 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.

Stead Recreation Center is open today 8:30 AM-9:30 AM!

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. Stead Recreation Center is located at 1625 P Street Northwest!

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.

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.

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.