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 Arboretum.

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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum.

Where are you located?

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

Find Free Food In ArboretumLemontree 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)
CAC Wosem- 24th Place
6 minutes
average wait time

0.45 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Sat, June 8th (next week)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, July 13th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, August 10th (in 3 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
Location
2130 24th Place Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(240) 643-6445
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Food pantry (groceries)
Plenty to Eat
28 minutes
average wait time

0.56 mi
Info
Can only pick up food for yourself, unless you have proof that you are the caregiver and their ID card

Located inside of Academy of Hope Public Charter School
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Tue, June 11th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
2315 18th Place Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 556-0662
Food pantry (groceries)
Celestial Church of Christ
15 minutes
average wait time

0.53 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, June 29th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, July 27th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Sat, August 31st (next quarter)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the last Saturday
Location
1880 Adams Street NE
Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(240) 467-8399
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 Arboretum.
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 MSB Outreach House
5 minutes
average wait time

1.26 mi
Info
Must be a resident of Ward 5.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, June 7th (next week)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Fri, June 14th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Friday
- 9:00 am–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
2411 Lawrence Street Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 529-3075
https://www.umc.org/
Food pantry (groceries)
Damien Ministries Inc
11 minutes
average wait time

1.15 mi
Info
Serves mostly residents who have tested positive for HIV, but does not turn anyone away even if not positive for HIV.

Entrance is at the side of the building

For HIV+ clients, must show ID, proof of address, and medical insurance.

For emergency clients, photo ID is the only requirement. Emergency clients may visit once a month.

You can call ahead to confirm what documents you need to bring.
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  9:30 am–3:30 pm
- 9:30 am–3:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
2200 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 526-3020
Food pantry (groceries)
Community Marketplace at Rosedale Rec
43 minutes
average wait time

1.16 mi
Info
Key card system is used to move the line along and keep track of where the need is. Each participant can get one but is not a requirement. We only ask for the number of adults and children in the household.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  8:30 am–10:30 am
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, July 6th (in 2 months)
  8:30 am–10:30 am
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, August 3rd (in 3 months)
  8:30 am–10:30 am
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 8:30 am–10:30 am
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
1701 Gales Street Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 599-9519
Food pantry (groceries)
Gallaudet University Food Pantry
10 minutes
average wait time

1.32 mi
Info
Only for Gallaudet University Students
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Food pantry: Needs to fill out a form
  Student ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Toiletries, if available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Monday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
800 Florida Ave. NE
Room Ely 100
Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 651-5432
https://gallaudet.edu/student-center-program-services/health-and-wellness-programs/food-pantry/
Food pantry (groceries)
New Samaritan Baptist Church
7 minutes
average wait time

1.23 mi
Info
To get delivery you have to be a senior member of the church
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Delivery available for seniors & those adults with disabilities
Schedule
- Wed, June 12th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Wed, June 26th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Wed, July 10th (in 2 months)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Wednesday
Location
1100 Florida Avenue Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20002
directions
Contact
(202) 397-1870
https://newsamaritan.org/ministries/
Food pantry (groceries)
Comprehensive Family resource center
19 minutes
average wait time

1.37 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Two photo IDs required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, June 13th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thu, June 20th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
3194 Bladensburg Road Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 745-7118
https://www.missiondc.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Brookland Manor RIA Community Center
5 minutes
average wait time

0.98 mi
Info
For seniors 55+, and you must register with the Capital Area Food Bank to receive food. You can fill out an application at the community center, and they will help you send it. The food distribution on the third Saturday does not require you to register in advance.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Seniors Only
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Adult diapers available
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Sun, June 9th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): All Day
  Registration required
- Sat, June 15th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  Open to all
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Wed, June 19th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 pm–1:00 pm
  Registration required
- Food pantry (groceries): All Day
  every month on the 2nd Monday
- Food pantry (groceries): 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- Food pantry (groceries): 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
2525 14th Street Northeast
Northeast Washington, DC 20018
directions
Contact
(202) 529-6529
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum 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 Arboretum.
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Arboretum for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.