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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Nourish UP @ Care Ring - Referral Required

    3 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.57 mi


    Info

    Previously "Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays". New name. Same mission. This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral. 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 (Y or N) ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP (Y or N) ▪ 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. To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/ Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours. The Bulb distribute fresh produce every thursday at 11am

    • Requirements

      • Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      CLOSED

    • Next Wednesday

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • Next Thursday

      CLOSED

      • Fresh produce
    • Next Thursday

      CLOSED

    • 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Tuesday

    • 2:00 pm–4:30 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Wednesday

    Map of Nourish UP @ Care Ring - Referral Required

    Location

    1514 North Graham Street

    Charlotte, NC 28206

    directions

    Contact

    (704) 523-4333

    https://nourishup.org/pantry/care-ring-pantry/2025-03-25/

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    SNAP/EBT

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Families need to complete the 2024-25 school meal & summer EBT application to receive summer benefits ($120 per eligible child)- name spelling, address, etc. all need to be up to date and accurate! Summer EBT Outreach Toolkit"https://northcarolina.summerebtapp.com/begin MIMB staff can:

    • Answer questions about FNS/ SNAP
    • Complete an eligibility screening
    • Provide assistance with completing the FNS/SNAP application
    • Contact us by calling toll free at 1-855-240-1451 or 1-888-382-7105 (para ayuda en español) or filling out the contact form below and a representative will respond as soon as possible

    NOTE: More In My Basket provide over-the-phone assistance (not in person). They can assist anyone within North Carolina by checking the eligibility and by sending a packet for you that can be filled out before going to the County offices.

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      8:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      8:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      8:00 am–5:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      8:00 am–5:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–5:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Is this your resource?Claim it!
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    7 minutes

    average wait time

    1.68 mi


    Info

    • For Appointments, please call: 704-567-2128 ext 4
    • Those receiving food stamps are not eligible. If you have applied for food stamps but have not yet received your card, you are eligible.
    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Appointments required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      12:00 pm–1:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      12:00 pm–1:30 pm

    • Mon, December 29th (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–1:30 pm

    • 12:00 pm–1:30 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.42 mi


    Info

    Foof distribution is at the back side of the school

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Wed, January 7th (in 3 weeks)

      10:45 am–11:45 am

    • Wed, January 21st (next month)

      10:45 am–11:45 am

    • Wed, February 4th (in 2 months)

      10:45 am–11:45 am

    • 10:45 am–11:45 am

      every month on the 1st Wednesday

    • 10:45 am–11:45 am

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.33 mi


    Info

    First come first serve

    • Requirements

      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Must be income-eligible
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers upon availability

    Schedule

    • Wed, December 31st (in 2 weeks)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, January 14th (in 4 weeks)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Wed, January 28th (next month)

      8:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

      every 2 weeks on Wednesday

    Contact

    (704) 334-5309

    http://www.spbcnc.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.32 mi


    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
      • Appointments required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      CLOSED

    • Wed, December 31st (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm

    • Wed, January 7th (in 3 weeks)

      1:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Contact

    (704) 756-5176

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    24 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.62 mi


    Info

    Previously "Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays". New name. Same mission.

    This is an emergency food pantry that requires a referral.

    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 (Y or N) ▪ Receiving Food Stamps/SNAP (Y or N) ▪ 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.

    To access pop-up food shares for excess fresh items, no referral, ID or financial documents are required. Pre-registration is required to ensure there is enough food. Follow this link to see locations and register: https://nourishup.org/foodshare/

    Visit our website at https://nourishup.org/pantries/ under the food pantries tab for all of our location and hours.

    • Requirements

      • Referral Required. Lemontree can provide this referral. Please see the requirements in notes.
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tue, December 30th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, January 13th (in 4 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Tue, January 27th (next month)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every 2 weeks on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.81 mi


    Info

    Small boxes of food, for emergency.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Appointments required
      • Registration required on site
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clients can visit: Once a month

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      11:30 am–1:00 pm

    • Tue, December 30th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 11:30 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    21 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.62 mi


    • Requirements

      • Drive-Thru Only
      • Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      CLOSED

    • Wed, December 31st (in 2 weeks)

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Wed, January 7th (in 3 weeks)

      5:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

    Contact

    (704) 597-8249

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.82 mi


    Info

    The Bulb brings barrier-free mobile farmers markets to neighborhoods across Charlotte all year long. No sign-up. No ID. No cost. Just fresh food for all, shared with dignity-no questions asked. Each week, we host outdoor markets full of fresh, nutritious, and absolutely delicious produce. You'll find a rotating mix of seasonal fruits, veggies, herbs, and more. -When you visit, we may ask a few brief (and totally optional) questions. This helps us make sure we bring enough food for everyone and it supports the funding that keeps our markets running strong. Your personal information is never shared and will never be used in any way that identifies you. Our team is here to welcome you, answer questions, and help you shop with ease. Questions? Contact us.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Thu, January 1st (in 2 weeks)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Thu, January 15th (in 4 weeks)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Thu, February 5th (in 2 months)

      3:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Thursday

    • 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources 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.

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.