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 Capitol Hill.

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 Capitol Hill 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 Capitol Hill 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 Capitol Hill 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 Capitol Hill.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In Capitol HillLemontree 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)
Lutheran Church of the Reformation - Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.16 mi
Info
The food pantry is closed on the first two Mondays of April 2023.

It is closed on all Federal holidays plus Easter Monday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and December 26th-31st.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Mon, December 30th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday
Location
212 East Capitol Street Northeast
Capitol Hill, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 543-4200
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Food pantry (groceries)
Calvary Episcopal Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.83 mi
Info
Call Ms. Yvonne Lee at (202) 615-6971 to make an appointment.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Contact in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Location
820 6th Street Northeast
Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 615-6971
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Father McKenna Center
25 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

0.99 mi
Info
You must meet the current TEFAP income requirements.

first 35 peoples will be served

Will be closed on the 24th through to the 26th
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Thursday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
900 North Capitol Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 842-1112
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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 Capitol Hill.
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)
St. Vincent de Paul
8 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

0.97 mi
Info
Volunteers are needed beginning at 8:30 AM.

Serves 20024 zip code only.
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, February 22nd (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
14 M Street Southeast
Navy Yard, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 615-7862
https://svdpdc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mount Moriah Baptist Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
Info
Note: Contact Church before Thanksgiving Holiday and Christmas for day and time.
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 23rd (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, February 27th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
1636 East Capital St NE
Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(410) 271-5656
https://www.mountmoriahchurch.org/resources
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
McKenna’s Wagon: New Jersey Ave. and I St. NE
5 reviews
Unclaimed
24 minutes
average wait time

1.1 mi
Info
Located between New Jersey Ave. and I St. NE

If meeting at the stops, park on I St. and walk over to the service site.
- Requirements
  Grab and Go Meals
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Mobile soup kitchen truck
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  5:15 am–5:40 am
  Mobile pantry
- Next Monday
  5:15 am–5:40 am
  Mobile pantry
- Next Tuesday
  5:15 am–5:40 am
  Mobile pantry
- 5:15 am–5:40 am
  every day
Location
116 I Street Northwest
Martha's Table Mobile Soup Kitchen
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 328-6608
https://marthastable.org/health-wellness-programs/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Purity Baptist Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
31 minutes
average wait time

0.94 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Must be a resident of Washington DC
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, January 2nd (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
- Thu, January 9th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
1325 Maryland Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 397-4333
https://www.puritybaptistdc.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
HIPS
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.87 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Monday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
  Hot meal is available
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
  Hot meal is available
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
  Hot meal is available
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Tuesday, Thursday
Location
906 H Street Northeast
H Street Corridor, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 232-8150
https://web.facebook.com/iloveHIPS/?_rdc=1&_rdr
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Samaritan Baptist Church
22 reviews
Unclaimed
7 minutes
average wait time

1.12 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.
  Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 3 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

1.19 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
- Next Monday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next 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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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Capitol Hill 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 Capitol Hill 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 Capitol Hill 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 Capitol Hill.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Capitol Hill for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.