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 Shaw.

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 Shaw 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 Shaw 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 Shaw that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cle7dx6dg0008l30ghcc49zjg">United Planning Organization - Shaw Community Service Center</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cleiwtv66007el40fpwgd6dih">The Father McKenna Center</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clee4lxap000yl20fudc2gskb">So Others Might Eat (SOME)</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clelw7n42000wmj0fxqq6r7az">N Street Village</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In ShawLemontree 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)
Bread for the City-Northwest Food Pantry
20 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

0.12 mi
Info
Fresh produce & meat available at every visit. Delivery available on a case by case basis; please call to inquire. Medical care is also available by appointment, including dental and vision.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
1525 7th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 265-2400
https://breadforthecity.org/food/
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Food pantry (groceries)
United Planning Organization - Shaw Community Service Center
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.1 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Proof of household income required
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Proof of household income required
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Proof of household income required
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1726 7th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 238-4600
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Food pantry (groceries)
Immaculate Conception Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.32 mi
Info
Closed on mondays

Can access once a month.

Bring proof of residence and photo identification.

Must live in the Shaw neighborhood (within twenty blocks of the church)
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
1315 8th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 332-8888
www.immaculateconceptionchurchdc.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 Shaw.
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)
National City Christian Church
8 reviews
Unclaimed
11 minutes
average wait time

0.72 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  No requirements
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 4th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
5 Thomas Circle Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 232-0323
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Kwanzaa Kitchen - St. George's Episcopal Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
Info
Serves Bloomingdale/LeDroit Park area of NW Washington residents
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Sat, December 21st (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every 2 weeks on Saturday
Location
160 U Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 985-9267
www.stgeorgesdc.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Father McKenna Center
23 reviews
Unclaimed
22 minutes
average wait time

0.98 mi
Info
You must meet the current TEFAP income requirements.

first 35 peoples will be served
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Monday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–2:30 pm
- 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
900 North Capitol Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 842-1112
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Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
So Others Might Eat (SOME)
4 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

0.61 mi
Info
DINING ROOM IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION. MEAL SERVICES ARE TEMPORARILY RELOCATED TO 75 HANOVER PL. NW. Washington DC
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Next Tuesday
  Other material needs: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  Clothing may be available
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Wednesday, Friday
- Other material needs: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
75 Hanover Place Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(202) 797-8806
http://some.org/services/dining-clothing-and-shower-rooms/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Community fridge
N Street Village
4 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.63 mi
Info
Serves women experiencing homelessness.

Show up and complete a health screening: questions about possible COVID symptoms.

Clients also can sign up to use the laundry and shower facilities
- Requirements
  For women and children only
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 am–9:45 am
- Today
  Community fridge: 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 am–9:45 am
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 8:45 am–9:45 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Monday, Thursday, Friday
- Community fridge: 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1333 N Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 939-2076
https://www.nstreetvillage.org/healthy-meals-basic-needs/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Francis On The Hill
6 reviews
Unclaimed
31 minutes
average wait time

0.99 mi
Info
A bag of groceries is given.

Numbers are given out at 1:30 pm so be sure to be there at or before that time.

Meridian Hill Park is located in NW Washington between 16th and 15th Streets and Euclid St. on the north and W St. on the south. We distribute at the Chapin St. entrance which is halfway up the park on 15th St..
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  1:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  1:30 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, December 10th (in 3 weeks)
  1:30 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:30 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
1498 Chapin Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 680-0517
https://www.followingfrancis.org/francisonthehill
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Food pantry (groceries)
YWCA National Capital Area Food Pantry
12 reviews
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time

0.81 mi
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
  Closed on major holidays
Schedule
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
- Next Tuesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Thursday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
2303 14th Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20009
directions
Contact
(202) 626-0700
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Shaw 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 Shaw 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 Shaw that’s open today: United Planning Organization - Shaw Community Service Center, The Father McKenna Center, So Others Might Eat (SOME), N Street Village
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Shaw for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.