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 River South.

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 River South 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 River South 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 River South 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 River South.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In River SouthLemontree 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.

Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. John's Evangelical Protestant Church
no ratings yet

0.32 mi
Info
Meal will be serve at Trinity Lutheran Church (Old Trinity 404 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215, United States.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, June 5th (next week)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Wed, June 12th (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
59 East Mound Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 224-8634
https://www.stjohnschurchcolumbus.org/the-largest-table.html
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Food pantry (groceries)
Open Shelter
no ratings yet

0.33 mi
Info
Eligibility: ALL. Documents: None.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointment not required, but they prefer if you call ahead so they can have your food box ready
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- This Friday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
61 East Mound Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 222-2885
Food pantry (groceries)
St. Lawrence Haven
no ratings yet

0.55 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- This Thursday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- This Friday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
200 South 5th Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 224-3416
https://holycrosscolumbus.com/outreach/st-lawrence/
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 River South.
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)
Dodge Rec Center
1 hour 27 minutes
average wait time

0.66 mi
Info
3-5PM free produce (second Thursday, April-December, Bring ID)
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, June 13th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, July 11th (in 2 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Thu, August 8th (in 3 months)
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Thursday
Location
667 Sullivant Avenue
Franklinton, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 645-3176
https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/food/mobile-produce-markets/
Food pantry (groceries)
Livingston United Methodist Church
no ratings yet

0.55 mi
Info
Eligibility: Residents of 43205, 43206 or 43215.

Intake Process: Walk-in.

Documents: ID for each household member. Current proof of address (within last 90 days)
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Tue, June 25th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- Thu, June 27th (in 4 weeks)
  9:00 am–11:30 am
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the last Tuesday
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the last Thursday
- 9:00 am–11:30 am
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
200 East Livingston Avenue
South Columbus, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 560-0377
https://charitablepharmacy.org/
Other public benefits
Apothecare Pharmacy
no ratings yet

Info
HEALTHCARE RESOURCES
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am–5:30 pm
- This Thursday
  8:00 am–5:30 pm
- This Friday
  8:00 am–5:30 pm
- 8:00 am–5:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
131 North High Street
Uptown District, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 228-4476
http://www.southeastinc.com/
Food pantry (groceries)
Southside Community Ministries
no ratings yet

0.66 mi
Info
Make your appointment by calling 211.Sign up at the door and go back to your car. Entrance to the center is not allowed. You will be notified when your food is ready to go behind the center to door at 409 Industry Dr, Columbus, OH 43204 to pick up your food. We will call two cars at a time. You will receive a prepackaged box containing essential food items. We ask that you load your car and return the cart.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Photo ID and proof of address is required for adults 18+
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- This Friday
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- Mon, June 24th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:30 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the last Monday
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the last Wednesday
- 12:00 pm–2:30 pm
  every month on the last Friday
Location
197 East Gay Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 341-2282
Food pantry (groceries)
S.V.D.P. St. Vincent de Paul Volunteer Center, Downtown Service Center
average user rating

1.03 mi
Info
Heather Swiger, Operations Manager (614) 241-2569
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- This Friday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
580 East Main Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 241-2569
www.vincentianvoice.org
Meal delivery
Franklin County Office on Aging (Free Meals)
no ratings yet
- Offerings
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  Meal delivery: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- This Thursday
  Meal delivery: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- This Friday
  Meal delivery: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Meal delivery: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
280 East Broad Street
Downtown, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 525-6200
officeonaging.org
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Holy Family Soup Kitchen
no ratings yet

0.81 mi
Info
Temporarily located at 588 W. Scott St., Columbus, Ohio 43215

To Go Meals only are served Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. - Noon

No volunteers or food donations until further notice. For updates: please call (614) 461-9444
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- This Thursday
  10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- This Friday
  10:30 am–12:00 pm
  Grab and Go Meals
- 10:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
588 Scott Street
Franklinton, OH 43215
directions
Contact
(614) 221-4323
www.hfsk.org
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in River South 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 River South 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 River South 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 River South.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in River South for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.