The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command

Food Assistance in Washington, District of Columbia. The Salvation Army's headquarters for Washington, DC and the surrounding area, open Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Staff can direct you to the nearest corps community center with a food pantry or hot meals. Their emergency assistance program, which includes food help, can be reached at 202-332-5000.

Phone: 202-756-2600

Address: 2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Suite 500, Washington, District of Columbia, 20020

Website: https://salvationarmynca.org

Languages: English, Spanish

Services offered: Food pantry, emergency food, utility/rent assistance in Washington

Insurance & payment accepted: Free

Good to know: Phone and address verified from the Salvation Army National Capital Area Command contact page at salvationarmynca.org/nca/contact-us on 2026-10-07. Local site, not part of the food bank's county partition — it is listed in addition to the food bank responsible for this county.

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Frequently asked questions about The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command

How do I contact The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command?

You can call The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command at 202-756-2600 or visit 2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Suite 500 in Washington, District of Columbia. Their website is https://salvationarmynca.org.

What services does The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command offer?

The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command offers Food pantry, emergency food, utility/rent assistance in Washington. The Salvation Army's headquarters for Washington, DC and the surrounding area, open Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Staff can direct you to the nearest corps community center with a food pantry or hot meals. Their emergency assistance program, which includes food help, can be reached at 202-332

Are services at The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command reports accepting: Free. Call The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command at 202-756-2600 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command support?

The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command reports providing services in: English, Spanish. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.