Everyone experiences moments of challenge. Bread for the City offers DC residents an opportunity to fill the gaps.
You get to choose what goes in your grocery bag! Get fresh produce, meat, and nonperishables every month. Plus, free farmers markets happen weekly!
Learn MoreAttire, shoes, and accessories for all ages. Toiletry packs regularly available. Small household goods in limited quantities.
Learn MoreA medical home for all ages, regardless of ability to pay. We offer primary care, care management, dental, vision, and behavioral health services.
Learn MoreA variety of supports and resources, including workforce development courses, representative payee services, community wellness workshops, and diaper & baby goods distribution.
Learn MoreProvides support to client-led campaigns, primarily working to end the drain of affordable housing in DC.
Learn MoreAdvice and representation in certain housing, family law, immigration, and public benefits matters. Support from partner organizations on other legal issues.
Learn MoreType your e-mail address below to join our housing list and receive e-alerts when a waiting list is open!
Bread for the City Contact for Grocery Plus: Food Team (202-953-8604)
If you are a senior and interested in signing up for Grocery Plus, you can sign up using this application. Please submit it to the addresses at the end of the application form directly, not to Bread for the City.
Need legal support? Call our legal clinic at 202-386-7616 and leave a message about your legal issue.
988: Suicide & Crisis Hotline. Call or Text. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Access Helpline: 1-888-793-4357
Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program: 202-673-9319
Community Response Team: 202-673-6495
DC Stabilization Center
35 K St, NE
Same-day assessment and Rx services (202) 442-4202
The Assessment and Referral Center (ARC) for Substance Use and Detox Referrals
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
For same-day service, please arrive before 3:30 pm
75 P Street NE (enter on Florida Avenue near the P Street intersection)
Washington, DC 20002
Telephone: (202) 727-8473
Fax: (202) 727-8411
Click here for a list of community-based Substance Use Disorder providers.
Bread for the City’s services are made possible through the support of thousands of donors like you. Without your support, we would not be able to provide the food, clothing, social, legal, advocacy, and medical services that we do to 10,000 DC residents every month. Thank you!