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 Cottage City.

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 Cottage City 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 Cottage City 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 Cottage City that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cle8lrpks0009mi0fbbak26t2">Damien Ministries Inc</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82f0fo02sn0d02x0ixb7zn">LindaBen Foundation / Word of Faith Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clebu4uhn0000l10f6k9qvc1x">Plenty to Eat</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In Cottage CityLemontree 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)
Central Union Mission
28 reviews
Unclaimed
44 minutes
average wait time

0.66 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
- Tomorrow
  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)
Comprehensive Family resource center
12 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.66 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Two photo IDs required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 2nd (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 9th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 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)
The MSB Outreach House
13 reviews
Unclaimed
6 minutes
average wait time

1.14 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) 635-7559
https://www.umc.org/
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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 Cottage City.
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

1.3 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
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Open now!
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- Next Monday
  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)
Crossover Church
24 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

1.31 mi
Info
PG county residents only
- Requirements
  ID required
  Call in advance for services
  Proof of household income required
  Registration required
  New clients should call & leave a voicemail
  Appointments required
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- This Friday
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, January 3rd (next week)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, January 10th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
5340 Baltimore Avenue
Hyattsville, MD 20781
directions
Contact
(301) 442-6478
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Food pantry (groceries)
LindaBen Foundation / Word of Faith Church
46 reviews
Unclaimed
51 minutes
average wait time

1.51 mi
Info
Food pantry is only by appointment https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/65983176057/false#/invitation Sign up with this link to book your appointment with day and time for food or text to 240) 461-9442 for appointment
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (next week)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
5100 Tanglewood Drive
Edmonston Recreation Center
Hyattsville, MD 20781
directions
Contact
(240) 461-9442
https://www.lindabenfoundation.org/programs
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Food pantry (groceries)
Northeastern Presbyterian Church
12 reviews
Unclaimed
11 minutes
average wait time

1.3 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
- Info
  Closed during summer
Schedule
- Sat, January 18th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, February 15th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, March 15th (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2112 Varnum St. NE
Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 316-8744
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Food pantry (groceries)
Plenty to Eat
11 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

1.84 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
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Open now!
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  11:00 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

1.65 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

1.85 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
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Cottage City 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 Cottage City 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 Cottage City that’s open today: Damien Ministries Inc, LindaBen Foundation / Word of Faith Church, Plenty to Eat
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Cottage City for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.