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 Brightwood.

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 Brightwood 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 Brightwood 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?

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. Here’s a list of everything in Brightwood that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clh68vy8w0004l50fkp2iu2vd">Food and Friends</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82f18d02ul0d02ocuu14na">Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clzwxixbt195u76muxlajpvce">Shiloh Church of God 7th Day</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In BrightwoodLemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries)
Emory Beacon of Light
53 reviews
Unclaimed
23 minutes
average wait time

0.12 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
  Line starts at 10am in the morning
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
6100 Georgia Avenue Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 829-5732
http://emorybeaconoflight.org/index.php/programs/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Sixth Church Food Closet
40 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

0.82 mi
Info
The door for Food Closet is on Kennedy Street
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, December 25th (next month)
  11:30 am–1:00 pm
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 11:30 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
5413 16th Street Northwest
Sixteenth Street Heights, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 723-5377
sixthpresbyterian.org
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Meal delivery
Food and Friends
0 reviews
Claimed
no ratings yet

Info
No income requirements. Must be referred by medical professional. Application available online: https://foodandfriends.org/how-to-get-meals/z We cannot guarantee a specific delivery time within this schedule. Someone must be home to receive the food, but it does not have to be you or anyone in particular. To arrange an alternative delivery option, please call (202) 269-6820. You have the option to make the arrangement permanent or for a single day only.
- Requirements
  Referral required
  Serves HIV Positive patients only
  Eligibility: Chronic or life-altering illness like cancer, Alzheimer’s, renal failure, COPD, HIV/AIDS. Check your eligibility at https://www.glwd.org/get-meals/find-out-if-you-are-eligible-for-medically-tailored-meals/
- Offerings
  Delivery may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Meal delivery: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Meal delivery: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Meal delivery: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Meal delivery: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
219 Riggs Road Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 269-2277
https://foodandfriends.org/how-to-get-meals/
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 Brightwood.
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)
Church of Christ
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.27 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am
- Tue, January 14th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am
- Tue, February 11th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
Location
4801 16th Street Northwest
Sixteenth Street Heights, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 882-4711
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Food pantry (groceries)
19th Street Baptist Church
12 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time

1.41 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  No requirements
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Thu, December 26th (next month)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
4606 16th Street Northwest
Crestwood, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 829-2773
https://19thstreetbc.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building
10 reviews
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time

1.73 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am
  Breakfast
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:55 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–10:55 am
  every week on Saturday, Sunday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:55 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm
  every week on Friday, Thursday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am
  every week on Friday, Thursday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday
Location
8106 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 585-6463
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Food pantry (groceries)
People’s Congregational Church
19 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.29 mi
Info
will not be open for the month of January
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Fri, December 20th (in 4 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, January 17th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, February 21st (in 3 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Friday
Location
4704 13th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20011
directions
Contact
(202) 829-5511
https://peopleschurchucc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church of the Living God
46 reviews
Unclaimed
36 minutes
average wait time

1.76 mi
Info
Contact: June Muna Mbulu
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
1417 Chillum Road
Hyattsville, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(301) 559-8893
https://www.clgfgm.org/contact
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Financial assistance, Food pantry (groceries)
Montgomery College - Takoma Park Mobile Food Market
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
Info
The Mobile Market provides fresh fruits, vegetables, and other foods to MC students, faculty/staff, and the community. The food is distributed on campus at no cost. All you need to do is check the schedule for the campus convenient to you, bring your bags to carry your groceries, and pick up some food.

No proof of eligibility is required. Food is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Mobile Market is a partnership between Montgomery College and the Capital Area Food Bank. If you're interested in volunteering with the Mobile Market, please fill out the volunteer form

Location: Inside of Montgomery College - Takoma Park at Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center Atrium (ST)...

Dates: September 18 2024 October 16 2024 November 20 2024 December 18 2024

2025 February 12 March 12 April 9 May 7 June 25 July 23 August 13
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Schedule
- Wed, December 18th (in 4 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, January 15th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Wed, February 19th (in 3 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
7600 Takoma Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
directions
Contact
(251) 744-4411
https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/life-at-mc/student-health-and-wellness/fuel-for-success-food-campaign.html?fbclid=IwAR0rUziSyYdjXgOy3zalKydPFZNZSdKqNB1w5RoyqLT7PUvTCqGnMyDpHhw
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Other, Food pantry (groceries)
Shiloh Church of God 7th Day
5 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

Info
This is not a regular pantry, call them to inquire for food and they will arrange a food bag for you.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday
Location
5701 Eastern Avenue Northeast
West Hyattsville, MD 20782
directions
Contact
(301) 559-5262
https://shiloh7thday.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Brightwood 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 Brightwood 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?
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. Here’s a list of everything in Brightwood that’s open today: Food and Friends, Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building, Shiloh Church of God 7th Day
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Brightwood for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.