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Thrive DC

Opens Mon 8:30 AM ET
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Address
1525 Newton Street NW, Washington, DC 20010
breakfastdinner service for women and familiesemergency grocery bagsshowerslaundrymailphoneeducational programstherapeutic and enrichment activitiespersonal care and safety suppliesemergency clothing and blanketstransportation assistanceprescription assistancelunch to go

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
No residency requirement is posted. Most pantries help anyone in need. If you're outside the local area, a quick call confirms it.
ID
Not stated. Bring an ID if you have one, but many pantries don't require it.

In their words: “All are welcome. Specifically mentions serving men, women, and families, with dinner service for women and families.”

This is our best read of what Thrive DC has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Sun ·
Mon 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Tue 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Wed 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Thu 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Fri 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Sat ·

Thrive DC at 1525 Newton Street NW, Washington, DC provides free food (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 8:30 AM – 11 AM ET). Walk in, no appointment needed. All are welcome. Specifically mentions serving men, women, and families, with dinner service for women and families.

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