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 Gateway.

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 Gateway 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 Gateway 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 Gateway that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clh1q630l0000lg0fmxsnf11o">First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clikr2z3307ahlo0gj5f4j7cu">Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clh1hzq9x001wmg0fvfu2pt6j">Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cljbzg3se01btrs0ho7gjwfc6">Salvation Army</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clh0vao87001qlb0fyxcva3mp">Urban Ministry Center/Roof Above</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In GatewayLemontree 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)
First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up
5 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.44 mi
Info
First Presbyterian Church will change their hours to 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Wednesday November 27, 2024. "THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY CLOSURE! ALL OPERATIONS INCLUDING PANTRIES, MOBILE PANTRIES AND FOOD PHARMACIES, HOME DELIVERIES, FOOD SHARES, MEALS ON WHEELS DELIVERY, MAIN OFFICE AND WAREHOUSE WILL BE CLOSED Thursday November 28, 2024 through Sunday December 1, 2024 in observance of Thanksgiving!" Announcing the new name for "Loaves & Fishes": "Nourish", same mission, new name. This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral and an appointment. To have access to any of their pop-ups, you don't need a referral, ID or financial documents, but pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. You can find their upcoming pop-ups and register here: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/ How To Get A Referral: To get a referral please have the following information ready for each person in the household: ▪ First and Last Name ▪ Date of Birth ▪ Phone Number (if available) ▪ Current Address ▪ Gender ▪ Ethnicity ▪ Veteran Status ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP** ▪ Household Income** ▪ Disability (Y or N) ▪ Email Address (if available) ▪ Date of Pick Up ▪ Preferred Pantry Location and secondary location in case the primary location is at capacity.

Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for a PDF version of our location and hours.
- Requirements
  Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  CLOSED
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every week on Friday
Location
200 West Trade Street
Charlotte center city, NC 28202
directions
Contact
(704) 332-5123
https://nourishup.org/pantries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Greater Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.04 mi
Info
Providing Carryout meals only Every SECOND & FORTH Sunday in our Family Life Center Starting @ 12:30 PM UNTIL 2:00 PM While supply last
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 4:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
727 West Trade Street
Charlotte center city, NC 28202
directions
Contact
(704) 376-8806
https://www.mountmoriahpb.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.89 mi
Info
A referral is required to receive a week’s worth of groceries from our pantries. For information on how to get a referral click here or call 704-523-4333. For a printable list of pantries click here.
- Requirements
  Referral required
  Inquire about additional food available through TEFAP program; subject to eligibility
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, November 29th (next week)
  11:00 am–12:00 pm
- Fri, December 6th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–12:00 pm
- 11:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Friday
Location
1901 Rozzelles Ferry Road
Smallwood, NC 28208
directions
Contact
(704) 523-4333
https://loavesandfishes.org/venue/clinton-chapel-a-m-e-zion-church/
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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 Gateway.
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)
Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.89 mi
Info
Serve clients once a month. Provides walk-in assistance on a first-come, first-served basis during normal operating hours.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
1123 South Church Street
Charlotte, NC 28203
directions
Contact
(704) 370-3262
http://ccdoc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina
3 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.8 mi
Info
Counties Served: North Carolina - Anson, Burke, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Union; South Carolina - Lancaster, York, Spartanburg, Union.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  7:30 am–4:00 pm
- Next Monday
  7:30 am–4:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  7:30 am–4:00 pm
- 7:30 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
500 Spratt Street
Lockwood, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 376-1785
http://www.secondharvestmetrolina.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.86 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/salvationarmycharlotte
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  7:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Monday
  7:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  7:00 am–5:00 pm
- 7:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
534 Spratt Street
Lockwood, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 348-2560
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/greater-charlotte/home
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Food pantry (groceries)
Queen City Nerve
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  Eat, Gay, Love 2024: Thanksgiving Dinner: 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  Pre-registration required
  Focuses on LGTB community
  Our sixth annual inclusive Thanksgiving dinner keeps the same mission: Spread love and food to our underserved members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
  
  Queen City Nerve and Brian DuBois are partnering with Resident Culture Brewing to host a free dinner on Thanksgiving day for anyone in search of community care. Unfortunately, members of the LGBTQIA+ community are often excluded from family functions during the holidays and we work together to offer a safe space for enjoyment.
  
  REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eat-gay-love-2024-6-years-of-spreading-love-in-the-community-tickets-1029079784337?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Location
332 West Bland Street
Charlotte, NC 28203
directions
Contact
(704) 817-8996
https://qcnerve.com/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Other
Urban Ministry Center/Roof Above
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.96 mi
Info
Basic services: showers, laundry, restrooms, device charging, phone, fax, and mail On-site nurse, prescription assistance, over-the-counter medications Help with obtaining ID, bus passes (for verified work/medical appointment), and more Connections to community resources First step to emergency shelter and housing
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Other: 8:30 am–1:30 pm
  Registration required on site
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:15 am–12:15 pm
  Lunch
- Next Monday
  Other: 8:30 am–1:30 pm
  Registration required on site
- Other: 8:30 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:15 am–12:15 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Thursday
Location
945 North College Street
Lockwood, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 347-0278
urbanministrycenter.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Charlotte Berean Seventh Day Adventist Church Community Center
3 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.14 mi
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–10:00 am
- 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Tuesday
Location
1801 Double Oaks Road
Charlotte, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 377-6313
https://www.cbsdac.org/ministries/community-service
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Food pantry (groceries)
Harvest Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.13 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  7:30 am
  Breakfast
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am
  Lunch
- Next Wednesday
  7:30 am
  Breakfast
- 7:30 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
- 11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
1800 Brewton Drive
Double Oaks, NC 28206
directions
Contact
(704) 333-4280
www.theharvestcenter.org
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Gateway 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 Gateway 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 Gateway that’s open today: First Presbyterian Church - Nourish Up, Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, Salvation Army, Urban Ministry Center/Roof Above
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Gateway for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.