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 Southeast.

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 Southeast 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 Southeast 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 Southeast 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 Southeast.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In SoutheastLemontree 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)
Mount Moriah Baptist Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.81 mi
Info
Note: Contact Church before Thanksgiving Holiday and Christmas for day and time.
- Requirements
  ID required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, January 23rd (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, February 27th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
1636 East Capital St NE
Washington, DC 20001
directions
Contact
(410) 271-5656
https://www.mountmoriahchurch.org/resources
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Holy Temple Church
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.17 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
439 12th Street Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 547-8364
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Food pantry (groceries), Other
Bread for the City - Southeast Center
40 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

1.12 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
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Other: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Friday
Location
1700 Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast
Fairlawn, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 773-2308
https://breadforthecity.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 Southeast.
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)
St. Vincent de Paul
8 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

1.04 mi
Info
Volunteers are needed beginning at 8:30 AM.

Serves 20024 zip code only.
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 28th (next week)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, February 22nd (in 2 months)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
14 M Street Southeast
Navy Yard, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 615-7862
https://svdpdc.org/
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Martha's Table--Martha's Outfitters
2 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

Info
Martha's Outfitters offer adult clothing & children's clothing via a monthly credit. Call directly at (202) 885-9613. Accepts clothing donations
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
Schedule
- Open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
Location
2204 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 885-9613
https://marthastable.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army: Martin Luther King ( Senior Brown Bag )
2 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

1.23 mi
Info
Other Services Offered:

Energy Assistance-can provide up to $500.00 to Pepco and Washington Gas bills as well. Clients will need to have a disconnection notice or be currently disconnected before we schedule an appointment.

Rental Assistance-can only provide up to two months of rental assistance. Call 202-678-9771 for more details regarding the program or 202-332-5000.

Anyone experiencing homelessness or in need of furniture vouchers can reach out to Ms. Tanya Thomas at 202-984-7346. Ms. Thomas also helps with securing ID's as well.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Seniors Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- December 25th is Christmas Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
2300 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 678-9771
https://salvationarmynca.org/nca/gethelp
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lutheran Church of the Reformation - Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

0.95 mi
Info
The food pantry is closed on the first two Mondays of April 2023.

It is closed on all Federal holidays plus Easter Monday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and December 26th-31st.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Mon, December 30th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–5:00 pm
- 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday
Location
212 East Capitol Street Northeast
Capitol Hill, DC 20003
directions
Contact
(202) 543-4200
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Food pantry (groceries)
Children of Mine Youth Center
1 review
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

1.23 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Sat, January 18th (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- Sat, February 15th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am–10:00 am
- 8:00 am–10:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
2263 Mount View Place Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 610-1055
http://childrenofminedc.org/programs/
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Food pantry (groceries)
James Creek Resident Council
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.28 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, January 28th (next month)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
Location
100 N St SW
Washington, DC 20024
directions
Contact
(202) 803-2231
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ambassador Baptist Church
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1 mi
Info
There will be no food distribution on the fourth week of December because of the holidays
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 28th (next week)
  8:00 am–10:30 am
- Sat, January 11th (in 3 weeks)
  8:00 am–10:30 am
- Sat, January 25th (next month)
  8:00 am–10:30 am
- 8:00 am–10:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 8:00 am–10:30 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
1408 Minnesota Ave SE
Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 678-1993
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Southeast 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 Southeast 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 Southeast 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 Southeast.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Southeast for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.