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 East Campus.

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 East Campus 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 East Campus 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 East Campus 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 East Campus.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In East CampusLemontree 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!

Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Sophia Orthodox Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.31 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–9:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Location
1493 Indianola Avenue
Weinland Park, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 702-9096
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Food pantry (groceries)
Neighborhood Services Inc.
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.47 mi
Info
Eligibility: Residents living in zip codes 43201, 43202, 43210 and 43211 are eligible to receive food assistance one time each month. Outside of those zip codes, one can visit once a year.

Intake Process: Walk-in, drive & pick-ups.

Documents: Current proof of address. Photo ID for all adults. Health insurance cards, Social Security cards or birth certificates for anyone under age 18. Franklin County Department JFS documentation is not acceptable.
- Requirements
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
1950 North 4th Street
Suite J.
Indianola Terrace, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 297-0592
https://www.neighborhoodservicesinc.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
New Life United Methodist Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 hour 8 minutes
average wait time

0.76 mi
Info
Eligibility: Anyone. Intake Process: Walk-in. Documents: No documents required.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  7:00 am–8:00 am
- Sun, December 8th (in 2 weeks)
  7:00 am–8:00 am
- Sun, December 15th (in 3 weeks)
  7:00 am–8:00 am
- 7:00 am–8:00 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
25 West 5th Avenue
Victorian Village, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 294-0134
https://www.newlifecolumbus.com/openhours
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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 East Campus.
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)
NNEMAP (Near Northside Emergency Material Assistance Program)
4 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

0.87 mi
Info
Eligibility: 43201, 43211, 43215.

Intake Process: Walk-ins.

Documents: Photo ID and proof of residence for adults. (Also provide proof of each child in household)
- Requirements
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Location
677 East 11th Avenue
Milo-Grogan, OH 43211
directions
Contact
(614) 297-0533
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Better Way Ministries DBA Columbus Dream Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.78 mi
Info
Distribution Model: Walk-up Service
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Open now!
  Thanksgiving Basket Distribution: 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  Call in advance for services
  If you are interested in receiving a Thanksgiving Basket, please contact the Columbus Dream Center (614-547-3138) for information on how to request one. Free meals are regularly served from outside their location in the Short North at 38 W. Greenwood Ave. Please call them for specific times for meal service.
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–10:00 am
- This Monday
  7:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 9:30 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Tuesday
- 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
38 West Greenwood Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201
directions
Contact
(614) 783-4886
www.columbusdreamcenter.org/what-we-do
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Food pantry (groceries)
Buckeye Food Alliance Columbus
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.97 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/BuckeyeFoodAlliance/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
1800 Cannon Drive
1800 Cannon Drive
University District, OH 43210
directions
Contact
(614) 688-2508
https://www.buckeyefoodalliance.org/pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Stephen’s Community House
16 reviews
Unclaimed
16 minutes
average wait time

1.92 mi
Info
Only serves residents of Franklin County.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am
- This Tuesday
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
1500 East 17th Avenue
South Linden, OH 43219
directions
Contact
(614) 294-6347
www.saintstephensch.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mid-Ohio Market at Columbus State
1 review
Unclaimed
1 hour 35 minutes
average wait time

1.99 mi
Info
Distribution Model: Drive Thru
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Thursday
  11:00 am–4:00 pm
- 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
400 Grove Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 287-5353
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Food pantry (groceries)
Linden Market Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.3 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Linden Market Pantry has no upcoming openings!
Location
1464 Cleveland Avenue
Columbus, OH 43211
directions
Contact
(614) 298-4192
https://callingallconnectors.org/lindenfreshmarket/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Clintonville Beechwold CRC Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.16 mi
- Requirements
  Copy of photo ID: Medicaid/food stamp or section
  Helps with income, rent, utility and food stamps
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Lunch
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–4:15 pm
- This Tuesday
  12:00 pm–4:15 pm
- This Wednesday
  12:00 pm–4:30 pm
  Fresh produce
- 12:00 pm–4:15 pm
  every week on Monday, Friday, Tuesday, Thursday
- 12:00 pm–4:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
3222 North High Street
Clintonville, OH 43202
directions
Contact
(614) 268-8118
https://www.clintonvillecrc.org/family-services/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in East Campus 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 East Campus 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 East Campus 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 East Campus.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in East Campus for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.