As the government shutdown impacts families across the District, we know that many D.C. residents are facing new or increased barriers to accessing food. Whether you’re navigating a temporary loss of income, supporting loved ones through a tough time, or simply trying to stretch your grocery budget a little further, we want you to know: you’re not alone.
DC Greens’ Produce Rx team recently released our updated Food Resource Guide. This guide isn’t just for Produce Rx participants — it’s for anyone in D.C. who needs help finding fresh, nutritious food.
The guide includes a wide range of food access options, many of which are open to all D.C. residents regardless of income or program eligibility.
Below are just a few of the resources featured in the guide that can support you or someone you care about.
Food Resources You Can Use Today
- Capital Area Food Bank’s Hunger Lifeline
Call (202) 644-9807 or email hungerlifeline@capitalareafoodbank.org to get help finding food immediately. No eligibility requirements.
- Martha’s Table Markets
Free membership card required (bring ID or a copy). Open Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at two locations:- The Commons (SE): 2375 Elvans Rd SE
- Maycroft (NW): 1474 Columbia Rd NW
More info: https://marthastable.org/markets/
- McKenna’s Wagon (Martha’s Table)
Mobile hot meal service, open 7 days a week.- 5:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.: New Jersey Ave & I St NW
- 6:00 p.m. – 6:25 p.m.: 19th & H St NW
No ID or registration required. Call (202) 328-6608 with questions.
- Thrive DC
Free hot breakfast Monday–Friday, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. at 1525 Newton St NW. Weekly food pantry every Thursday. No ID required.- For questions, call (202) 360-9772
- The Well at Oxon Run
DC Greens offers free Community Harvest Days (no registration needed; ID not required). And our Wellness Market Days at the end of each month include free produce bags — and we often have extras after the event. Pop in anytime during our opening hours (Tuesday–Thursday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and talk to any one of our team members about harvesting or getting a produce bag.
Location: 300 Valley Ave SE
If you or someone you know needs support accessing food, we encourage you to explore the full Food Resource Guide. It includes additional options for seniors, families, and those enrolled in Medicaid, as well as tips for extending the shelf life of fresh produce through freezing.
Healthy food is a human right. No one should have to choose between meals on the table and paying rent or purchasing groceries. Let’s continue to care for one another, share what we have, and build a food system that works for all of us.