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 South Columbus.

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 South Columbus 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 South Columbus 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 South Columbus that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clhxzab6z0siin20hj1kw833e">The Open Shelter</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhf9sk5u002sjq0f9b8nzm75">Stowe Mission of Central Ohio</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhf8rar5001rli0fa28df5y5">Southside Roots Community Meal</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clhf8wtvx0000mg0flj5t1phy">Community Kitchen</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In South ColumbusLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
Lutheran Social Services South Side Food Pantry
Unclaimed
1 hour 58 minutes
average wait time

0.27 mi
Info
Intake Process: Referral from Hands-on Central Ohio, (614) 341-2282, or can be accessed online. If emergency, walk-in can obtain bread and produce, until referral is received.

Documents: Picture ID for each adult. Birth certificate, health insurance or Social Security card for each child. Proof of income.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Mon, September 16th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
1460 South Champion Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43206
directions
Contact
(877) 577-6325
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Food pantry (groceries)
LSS Champion Ave Food Pantry
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

0.27 mi
Info
Franklin and Delaware County residents do not need a referral. They can visit www.lssfoodpantries.org to place an order and make an appointment for a pick-up date and time. If you need assistance, please call our help desk at 877-LSS-MEAL weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Service area: Franklin County
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
Schedule
- Tue, October 15th (next month)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Fri, November 15th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Wed, January 15th (in 2 quarters)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday the 15th
Location
1460 South Champion Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43206
directions
Contact
(877) 577-6325
https://lssnetworkofhope.org/foodpantries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
All People’s Fresh Food Market
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.68 mi
Info
Eligibility: based on income eligibility. Intake Process: Walk in and drive thru pick up. Documents: ID & proof of income.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–4:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–5:00 pm
- 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday, Thursday
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
- 10:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
946 Parsons Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43206
directions
Contact
(614) 445-7342
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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 South Columbus.
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)
The Open Shelter
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.64 mi
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
- Info
  No appointment necessary
  No requirements
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
1037 Parsons Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43206
directions
Contact
(614) 222-2885
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Food pantry (groceries)
Stowe Mission of Central Ohio
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.71 mi
Info
Eligibility: Anyone. Intake Process: Walk-in. Documents: No documents required.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–12:30 pm
- Next Monday
  11:00 am–12:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–12:30 pm
- 11:00 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
888 Parsons Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43206
directions
Contact
(614) 445-8400
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Food pantry (groceries)
Southside Ministry Food Pantry (Open days)
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.91 mi
Info
Dates & Hours: Call for dates and times.

Eligibility: Registration required onsite. Clients must arrive 15 minutes prior to closing time AND be registered with Hands On Central Ohio.
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Mon, September 23rd (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Wed, September 25th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Wed, October 23rd (next month)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Monday
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the 5th Friday
Location
225 East Gates Street
South Columbus, OH 43206
directions
Contact
(614) 444-1669
http://www.sscmfoodpantry.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Southside Roots Community Meal
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

1.24 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Housing assistance
- Info
  Clients may visit twice a week
  No ID is required.
  Walk-ins accepted
  Available Medical help assistance
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
280 Reeb Avenue
Reeb-Hosack, OH 43207
directions
Contact
(614) 468-9300
https://mofc.org/mid-ohio-kitchen/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Community Kitchen
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.93 mi
Info
2023 Summer Food Program serves breakfast &lunch to kids 18 years and under. Entrance from the alley in the rear of the building. https://www.facebook.com/communitykitchencolumbus
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- Today
  11:30 am–12:30 pm
  Lunch
- Next Monday
  8:00 am–9:30 am
  Breakfast
- 8:00 am–9:30 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 11:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
640 South Ohio Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43205
directions
Contact
(614) 252-6428
https://www.communitykitchencolumbus.org
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Hand to Hand Feeding
Unclaimed
16 hours 40 minutes
average wait time

0.79 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–4:30 pm
- Next Monday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
- 1:00 pm–4:30 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
1547 Parsons Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43207
directions
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Blessings Food Pantry
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.14 mi
- Requirements
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sat, September 21st (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Sat, October 5th (in 4 weeks)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
1600 South 6th Street
South Columbus, OH 43207
directions
Contact
(614) 445-0877
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in South Columbus 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 South Columbus 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 South Columbus that’s open today: The Open Shelter, Stowe Mission of Central Ohio, Southside Roots Community Meal, Community Kitchen
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in South Columbus for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.