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 Lancaster.

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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster.

Where are you located?

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

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SNAP/EBT
Fairfield County Job and Family Services
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You can apply online at https://ssp.benefits.ohio.gov/apspssp/indexOHLanding.jsp

To apply for cash and food assistance benefits, you must complete a face-to-face interview. The county will schedule that interview after you complete the application and mail it, fax it, or deliver it to the county agency. The face-to-face interview may be waived if you meet a hardship condition

It is important that you mail, fax, or deliver your application to the county agency as soon as possible as it could affect the first day that you may be eligible to receive benefits.

A case worker at your County Department of Job and Family Services can help you if you are having problems getting needed information. It is important that you inform your caseworker that you need help.
- Requirements
  Proof of lower income required, such as your EBT card
- Offerings
  SNAP assistance available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  8:00 am–12:00 pm
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
239 West Main Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 652-7889
https://benefits.ohio.gov/help-center/contact-us/fairfield-county
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Maple Street UMC Community Kitchen
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0.29 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
  Breakfast
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  Lunch
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
  Breakfast
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
438 East Wheeling Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 687-6384
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lancaster Vineyard Church Pantry
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0.62 mi
Info
Anyone needing assistance can call Fairfield County Information and Referral (dial “2-1-1”) and ask to be referred to Lancaster Vineyard Food Pantry & Outreach. While it is helpful for us to know you’re coming, we do accept walk-ins.
- Requirements
  Referral required
  Pre-registration required by phone
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  3:00 pm–6:30 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (next week)
  3:00 pm–6:30 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–6:30 pm
- 3:00 pm–6:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
423 West Wheeling Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 689-8463
https://www.lancastervineyard.org/food-pantry
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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 Lancaster.
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)
Salvation Army Lancaster
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.8 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am–12:30 am
- This Tuesday
  9:30 am–12:30 am
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  9:30 am–12:30 am
- 9:30 am–12:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
228 West Hubert Avenue
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 687-1921
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Food pantry (groceries)
Maywood Mission Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.01 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and pad service
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Open to all
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Friday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Friday, Monday
Location
1025 South Broad Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 901-3027
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Food pantry (groceries)
We Care Food Pantry-St. Vincent Food Program
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0.36 mi
Info
To get a referral call 2-1-1. Distribution Model: Drive Thru https://www.facebook.com/StVincentThriftStore Residents of Fairfield County, Ohio only. Food boxes are distributed the third Monday of the month.
- Requirements
  Referral required
  Must be income-eligible
  ID must show you reside in this county.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
We Care Food Pantry-St. Vincent Food Program has no upcoming openings!
Location
424 Locust Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 653-6037
https://svdplancasteroh.com/we-care-food-boxes
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Food pantry (groceries)
Victory Center Lancaster Pantry/west
0 reviews
Unclaimed
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1.13 mi
- Requirements
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 4th (next week)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
625 Garfield Avenue
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 201-2778
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Mark Emerald Food Pantry
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1.72 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/StMarkLancaster
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  2:15 pm–4:00 pm
- This Saturday
  9:45 am–12:30 pm
- Tue, December 31st (next week)
  2:15 pm–4:00 pm
- 2:15 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 9:45 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
331 Gay Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 681-9634
https://stmarklancaster.com/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lancaster Fairfield CAA
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1.83 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  ID required for all members of the household
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Fresh produce
  Diapers and pad service
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  8:00 am–4:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  8:00 am–4:00 pm
- 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1743 East Main Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 653-4146
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Food pantry (groceries)
LSS Lancaster
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2.45 mi
Info
Distribution Model: Drive Thru
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Tuesday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2045 East Main Street
Lancaster, OH 43130
directions
Contact
(740) 687-5130
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Lancaster for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.