11 Food Assistance in District of Columbia — Free Help
11 verified food assistance resources in District of Columbia. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance use treatment, and…
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- Capital Area Food Bank — Food Assistance in Washington, District of Columbia — (202) 644-9800 — Member food bank of the Feeding America national network — the largest U.S. hunger-relief organization, comprising 198 regional food banks that distribute meals
- DC 211 - Food Assistance Referrals — Food Assistance in District of Columbia — 211 — Dial 2-1-1 Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, to reach the District's 211 Warmline and be referred to food pantries and other social services. From outside the Dis
- DC EBT Card Customer Service — Food Assistance in District of Columbia — 888-304-9167 — Customer-service line for the District of Columbia EBT card used for SNAP food benefits. Call to check your balance, change your PIN, or report a lost or stolen
- DC SNAP — Department of Human Services Call Center — Food Assistance in District of Columbia — 202-727-5355 — Main line for SNAP food benefits in the District of Columbia. Call to apply, check the status of an application, report changes, or ask about your monthly benef
- DC School and Summer Meals — Food Assistance in District of Columbia — 202-727-1839 — The Office of the State Superintendent of Education runs free school breakfast and lunch during the school year and the DC Youth Meals Program in the summer, wh
- DC WIC Program (Women, Infants & Children) — Food Assistance in District of Columbia — 202-442-9397 — WIC gives free healthy food, infant formula, breastfeeding support, and nutrition advice to pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five who qualify. Ca
- Feeding America - District of Columbia — Food Assistance in Washington, District of Columbia — (800) 771-2303
- Feeding America - District of Columbia — Food Assistance in District of Columbia — (800) 771-2303
- The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command — Food Assistance in Washington, District of Columbia — 202-756-2600
- The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command — Food Assistance in Washington, District of Columbia — 202-756-2600 — 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 cor
- The Salvation Army Sherman Avenue Corps — Food Assistance in Washington, District of Columbia — 202-829-0100 — Salvation Army corps community center in Columbia Heights running a food pantry on Mondays from 9:30 AM to 12 PM. The office is open to the public Monday to Fri
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Frequently asked questions
How many food assistance resources are available in District of Columbia?
OneClickMentalHealth lists verified food assistance resources across District of Columbia. The full count and current listings are shown above. New providers are added and verified on an ongoing basis.
Are these food assistance services free?
Most listings on OneClickMentalHealth are free or low-cost. Each resource page shows pricing or fee structure when known. Many providers offer sliding-scale fees based on income, accept Medicaid, or are funded by federal, state, or county programs.
How do I know if I'm eligible?
Eligibility varies by provider — common factors include income, insurance, residency, age, and the type of service needed. Call the listed phone number; most intake staff can tell you in a few minutes whether you qualify and what to bring.
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 in English and Spanish (Spanish: press 2). Veterans can press 1.
Do these services accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many do. Open any resource page to see accepted insurance plans when reported, or call to confirm. If you don't have insurance, ask about sliding-scale fees, charity care, or county-funded programs — many providers serve uninsured patients.
Can I get help in a language other than English?
Yes — many resources offer services in Spanish, and several support Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic, or French. Use the language filter, or call 988 (press 2 for Spanish, or use 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/ for more options).
In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, 24/7, confidential, English and Spanish). Veterans press 1. For LGBTQ+ youth, call 988 then press 3. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.