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 Southwest.

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 Southwest 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 Southwest 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 Southwest that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clgyengbh0002mm0f6zk3f6rx"> Salvation Army: Martin Luther King ( Senior Brown Bag )</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clelps6260000jp0fh6jnfox8">Good Stuff Eatery-Crystal City</a>

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In SouthwestLemontree 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)
James Creek Resident Council
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.83 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 24th (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)
Christ United Methodist Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
12 minutes
average wait time

0.87 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Registration required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  2:30 pm–3:30 pm
- Sat, December 14th (in 3 weeks)
  2:00 pm–3:30 pm
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  2:30 pm–3:30 pm
- 2:00 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
900 4th Street SW Washington, DC 20024
Washington, DC 20024
directions
Contact
(202) 669-2664
https://christchurchinthecity.org/contact/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent de Paul
8 reviews
Unclaimed
2 minutes
average wait time

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

Serves 20024 zip code only.
- Requirements
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, December 28th (next month)
  9:00 am–11:00 am
- Sat, January 25th (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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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 Southwest.
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)
Salvation Army: Martin Luther King ( Senior Brown Bag )
2 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

1.88 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
- Open now!
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
  Fresh produce
- Next Monday
  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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We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Good Stuff Eatery-Crystal City
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.58 mi
Info
Call first for appointment.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
  Offers job training/assistance
Schedule
- Open now!
  11:00 am–10:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–10:00 pm
  Appointments required
- This Saturday
  11:00 am–10:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
2110 Crystal Drive
Crystal City, VA 22202
directions
Contact
(703) 415-4663
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Food pantry (groceries)
Assumption Food Bank
4 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

2.16 mi
Info
To arrive no later than 11:30am

If the person has children - Proof from the current school with the child's info or DHS Printout

Bring valid D.C. photo identification or proof of residency

Must be Ward 8 residents
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
220 Highview Place Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20032
directions
Contact
(202) 561-5941
http://assumptiondc.org/outr each/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Lutheran Church of the Reformation - Food Pantry
2 reviews
Unclaimed
1 minute
average wait time

1.94 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 2nd (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)
Martha's Table - UPO-Petey Greene
5 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.16 mi
Info
*Community Pop-up Grocery Distribution
- Requirements
  Pop up food pantry
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, December 5th (in 2 weeks)
  1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Thu, December 12th (in 3 weeks)
  1:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 1:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
2907 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20032
directions
Contact
(202) 328-6608
https://marthastable.org/operations/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Horton’s Kids
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.14 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, December 26th (next month)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, January 23rd (in 2 months)
  3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Thursday
Location
2500 Pomeroy Road Southeast
Southeast Washington, DC 20020
directions
Contact
(202) 544-5033
https://www.hortonskids.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church of the Epiphany - Welcome Table
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

2.12 mi
Info
Serves breakfast every Sunday morning
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, December 1st (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Sun, December 8th (in 3 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:30 am
  every week on Sunday
Location
1317 G Street Northwest
Northwest Washington, DC 20005
directions
Contact
(202) 347-2635
http://epiphanydc.org/ministry/welcome-table/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Southwest 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 Southwest 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 Southwest that’s open today: Salvation Army: Martin Luther King ( Senior Brown Bag ), Good Stuff Eatery-Crystal City
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Southwest for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.