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 Arboretum.

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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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?

You can browse these pages for resources in Arboretum to see if any are 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 in Arboretum.

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Arboretum 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 Arboretum - Lemontree Directory

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Food pantry (groceries)
Plenty to Eat
11 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

0.56 mi
Info
Can only pick up food for yourself, unless you have proof that you are the caregiver and their ID card

Located inside of Academy of Hope Public Charter School
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
2315 18th Place Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 556-0662
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Food pantry (groceries)
CAC Wosem- 24th Place
4 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

0.45 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 8th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, March 8th (in 3 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
2130 24th Place Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(240) 643-6445
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Food pantry (groceries)
Celestial Church of Christ
3 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.53 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, February 22nd (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
1880 Adams Street NE
Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(240) 467-8399
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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 Arboretum.
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)
Damien Ministries Inc
8 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time

1.15 mi
Info
Serves mostly residents who have tested positive for HIV, but does not turn anyone away even if not positive for HIV.

Entrance is at the side of the building

For HIV+ clients, must show ID, proof of address, and medical insurance.

For emergency clients, photo ID is the only requirement. Emergency clients may visit once a month.

You can call ahead to confirm what documents you need to bring.
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- 9:30 am–3:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
2200 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 526-3020
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Food pantry (groceries)
The MSB Outreach House
13 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

1.26 mi
Info
Must be a resident of Ward 5.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Friday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, January 3rd (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, January 10th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
2411 Lawrence Street Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 529-3075
https://www.umc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Samaritan Baptist Church
22 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time

1.23 mi
Info
To get delivery you have to be a senior member of the church
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 22nd (next month)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
1100 Florida Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 397-1870
https://newsamaritan.org/ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Gallaudet University Food Pantry
5 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time

1.32 mi
Info
Only for Gallaudet University Students
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  Student ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- This Friday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
800 Florida Ave. NE
Room Ely 100
Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 651-5432
https://gallaudet.edu/student-center-program-services/health-and-wellness-programs/food-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Marketplace at Rosedale Rec
19 reviews
Unclaimed
32 minutes
average wait time

1.16 mi
Info
Key card system is used to move the line along and keep track of where the need is. Each participant can get one but is not a requirement. We only ask for the number of adults and children in the household.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  8:30 am–10:30 am
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, February 1st (in 2 months)
  8:30 am–10:30 am
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, March 1st (in 3 months)
  8:30 am–10:30 am
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 8:30 am–10:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
1701 Gales Street Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 599-9519
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Food pantry (groceries)
Central Union Mission
28 reviews
Unclaimed
44 minutes
average wait time

1.37 mi
Info
Open enrollment is May 3rd at 9 AM. Clients will be able to shop not once, but twice a month!
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- Thu, January 2nd (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- Thu, January 9th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
  ID required
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
3194 Bladensburg Road Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 745-7118
https://www.missiondc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Crowder Owens Calvary Food Bank
25 reviews
Unclaimed
21 minutes
average wait time

1.42 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, January 7th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
605 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 635-9053
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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?
You can browse these pages for resources in Arboretum to see if any are 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 in Arboretum.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Arboretum for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.