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 Salem.

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 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clhg6p7fu000umg0fjw90he8n">Inprem Holistic Community Resource Center by</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhghu9xb0002l90fswgeche1">Worthington Resource Center Pantry</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhg3yo63000sjx0fxsru925x">Helping Hands Food Pantry @ Christian Assembly Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhm9hy9201otmb0hd0fbwlmy">Vineyard Columbus Northside Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Inprem Holistic Community Resource Center by
17 reviews
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time

0.88 mi
Info
Eligibility: Anyone.

Intake Process: Telephone for appointment.

Documents: Photo ID and proof of address for adults.

Mon- Fri Closed 1pm to 2 pm for break
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–7:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–7:00 pm
- 10:00 am–7:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  every week on Friday, Wednesday
- 12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
5757 Karl Road
Columbus, OH 43229
directions
Contact
(614) 516-1812 or (614) 747-9265
www.inprem.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Military Veterans Resource Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.77 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  8:30 am–4:00 pm
- 8:30 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1395 East Dublin Granville Road
Northland, OH 43229
directions
Contact
(614) 230-0662
https://milvetsrc.org/veterans-food-bank/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Epworth United Methodist Church Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.09 mi
Info
Registration for each market begins at 1:00 p.m. in Epworth’s south parking lot. Use the Karl Rd. entrance.

Households are eligible to participate in these markets when they earn no more than 200% of the federal poverty level.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  2:00 pm–4:00 am
- Tue, January 28th (next month)
  2:00 pm–4:00 am
- Tue, February 25th (in 2 months)
  2:00 pm–4:00 am
- 2:00 pm–4:00 am
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
5100 Karl Road
Northland, OH 43229
directions
Contact
(614) 885-8015
https://epworthonkarl.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 Salem.
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)
Worthington Resource Center Pantry
5 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

1.62 mi
Info
Eligibility: Must live in zip codes 43016, 43065, 43081, 43085, 43229, 43235 or 43240. Each household may be served twice per month. Resident income must be below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

Intake Process: Walk-in & drive up for pick up.

Documents: New clients must provide ID for each member of the household. Photo ID (driver’s license or state ID) for adults. Birth certificates, Social Security cards or school IDs for children. Proof of current address (lease or utility bills received by mail). Clients already registered are expected to provide a photo ID and proof of address at every visit.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  3:00 pm–7:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 5th Saturday
Location
6700 Huntley Road
Columbus, OH 43229
directions
Contact
(614) 985-1766
www.worthingtonresourcepantry.org/get-help
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Food pantry (groceries)
St Michael St Vincent DePaul Food Pantry
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.37 mi
Info
Call 211 to request food and schedule an appointment/referral.
- Requirements
  Appointment and Referral Required. Call 211.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Appointments required
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
5750 North High Street
Colonial Hills, OH 43085
directions
Contact
(614) 885-7814
https://www.saintmichael-cd.org/
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SNAP/EBT
mRelief SNAP Screener - Columbus
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
Go to https://apply.mrelief.com/screener or text "Food" to 74544 to check eligibility.

Location
Columbus, OH
Contact
https://apply.mrelief.com/screener
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Food pantry (groceries)
Gethsemane Lutheran Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.41 mi
Info
Eligibility: Zip codes 43214, 43220, 43221, 43229 and parts of 43202 (East to I71, west to Olentangy River, south to Hudson St, north to Worthington). Service frequency is on a case-by-case basis. Will serve those outside of zip codes only once.

Intake Process: Walk-in &/or drive thru (volunteer will come to car).

Documents: Photo ID. Proof of income. Proof of address.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  6:30 pm–8:00 pm
- January 1st is New Year's Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, January 1st (in 2 weeks)
  6:30 pm–8:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  6:30 pm–8:00 pm
- 6:30 pm–8:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
35 East Stanton Avenue
Sharon Heights, OH 43214
directions
Contact
(614) 885-4319
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Food pantry (groceries)
Helping Hands Food Pantry @ Christian Assembly Church
11 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

2.13 mi
Info
Eligibility: Residents in zip codes 43211, 43219, 43224, 43229 and 43231 that meet ODJFS income levels.

Intake Process: Walk-in.

Documents: Photo ID and current proof of address for adults.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Tuesday
  5:30 pm–7:00 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Saturday
- 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
4099 Karl Road
Northland, OH 43224
directions
Contact
(614) 261-8440
https://christianassembly.com/
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SNAP/EBT
Franklin County Job and Family Services
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
Info
Below is a link to complete the application process. https://jfs.franklincountyohio.gov/how-to-apply-for-food-and-cash-assistance
- Requirements
  Registration required
  Appointments required
  Completed application
Schedule
- Next Monday
  7:02 am
- Next Tuesday
  7:02 am
- Next Tuesday
  7:02 am
- every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday
Location
1721 Northland Park Avenue
Northland, OH 43229
directions
Contact
(614) 233-2851
https://jfs.franklincountyohio.gov/Food-Assistance
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Food pantry (groceries)
Vineyard Columbus Northside Food Pantry
28 reviews
Claimed
17 minutes
average wait time

2.38 mi
Info
Eligibility: Must be a resident of zip codes 43224, 43229, and 43231. Documents: Adults: Photo ID and Proof of residence. Also must have proof of each child in household.

We strongly encourage all of our guests to make an appointment through www.Freshtrak.com to secure service on the day they wish to visit the pantry. A limited number of walk-ins are available each service day.

Haitian Creole Kalkil: Dwe yon rezidan nan kòd postal 43224, 43229, ak 43231. Dokiman: Granmotan: ID foto ak prèv rezidans. Epitou dwe gen prèv chak timoun nan kay la.

Nou fòtman ankouraje tout envite nou yo pran yon randevou nan www.Freshtrak.com pou sekirite nan jou yo vle vizite panteri a. Yon kantite limite nan mache-ins yo disponib chak jou sèvis.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–11:40 am
- Next Tuesday
  5:00 pm–7:40 pm
- Next Thursday
  1:00 pm–3:40 pm
- 5:00 pm–7:40 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 1:00 pm–3:40 pm
  every week on Thursday
- 9:00 am–11:40 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
4664 Cleveland Avenue
Northland, OH 43231
directions
Contact
(614) 259-5441
www.freshtrak.com
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem that’s open today: Inprem Holistic Community Resource Center by, Worthington Resource Center Pantry, Helping Hands Food Pantry @ Christian Assembly Church, Vineyard Columbus Northside Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Salem for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.