You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

Can someone deliver the food to my house?

Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Alta Vista.

What do I have to bring?

Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

Do I need an appointment?

Every location is different! Some places in Alta Vista accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

What kind of food do they have?

Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Do they have vegetables?

Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Alta Vista do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

Any pantries open today?

If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Alta Vista that’s open today: Bethesda Cares

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Alta Vista for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Can I get a reminder before my visit?

Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Alta Vista for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

How do I get help from a real person?

You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Alta Vista, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Bethesda Cares
4 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.63 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–5:50 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:45 pm–1:45 pm
This Tuesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:45 pm–1:45 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm–5:50 pm
every week on Sunday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:45 pm–1:45 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
7728 Woodmont Avenue
Woodmont Triangle, MD 20814
directions
Contact
(301) 907-9244
https://bethesdacares.org/what-we-do/meal-program/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Nourishing Bethesda Food Distributions
13 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.32 mi
Info
Text (DO NOT CALL) ‪info to 301-664-4630‬ OR email food@nourishingbethesda.org to make an appointment
Requirements
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Thursday
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Appointment required
This Friday
9:30 am–6:00 pm
Appointment required
Thu, April 16th (next week)
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Appointment required
6:00 pm–8:00 pm
every week on Thursday
9:30 am–6:00 pm
every week on Friday
Location
5020 Battery Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814
directions
Contact
https://www.nourishingbethesda.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Bethesda Help
2 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.15 mi
Info
(Note: Clients must call to request food. Drivers will deliver food within 48 hours)
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Tomorrow
9:00 am–4:30 pm
Appointment required
This Tuesday
9:00 am–4:30 pm
Appointment required
This Wednesday
9:00 am–4:30 pm
Appointment required
9:00 am–4:30 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
10100 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
directions
Contact
(301) 365-2022
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How do I get food?
You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.
Can someone deliver the food to my house?
Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Alta Vista.
What do I have to bring?
Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!
Food pantry (groceries), Other public benefits
So What Else Food Rescue Bank
68 reviews
Claimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.55 mi
Info
Make an appointment on website.. For Saturdays appointment visit: https://saturdaydistro.youcanbook.me/ For weekdays appointment visit: https://swefood.youcanbook.me/ TEXT: 2407054345 BEFORE COMING TO MAKE SURE WE HAVE THE SIZE YOU NEED PLEASE BRING YOUR ID AND DOCUMENTATION WITH YOUR BABY'S NAME AND BIRTHDATE Also have three new Gaithersburg Food Support Distribution Centers:

Wednesday, 10 a.m. @ Lakeforest Mall Commuter Lot (9670 Lost Knife Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877) Thursdays, 10 a.m. @ Pathways Church (200 W Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877)

Registration on website required
Requirements
You can visit twice a month
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Tuesday
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Appointment required
This Tuesday
Other public benefits: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Appointment required
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Clothing may be available
This Thursday
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Appointment required
Food pantry (groceries): 7:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 8:30 am–3:30 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Other public benefits: 10:00 am–4:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
4924 Wyaconda Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
directions
Contact
(410) 429-0657
www.sowhatelse.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church Ken-Gar
16 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.2 mi
Info
On-site registration required
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, April 18th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, May 16th (next month)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, June 20th (in 2 months)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
3922 Hampden St
Kensington, MD 20895
directions
Contact
(917) 364-1681
https://web.facebook.com/Firstbaptistchurchofkengar?_rdc=1&_rdr#
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Bethesda Cares First Baptist Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.55 mi
Info
Days and hours: 1pm-2pm, Mon-Fri, 1st to the 15th of the month.
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
This Tuesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
This Wednesday
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
1:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
5033 Wilson Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814
directions
Contact
(301) 537-5915
https://bethesdacares.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mid County United Ministries (MUM)
19 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.51 mi
Info

They only serve the following zipcodes: 20902, 20906, 20901, 20910, 20912, 20783, 20853, 20895, 20896

ID must show you reside in this county.
Requirements
ID required
Call in advance for services
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Tuesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
This Tuesday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Appointment required
This Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
11002 Veirs Mill Road
Suite 710
Wheaton, MD 20902
directions
Contact
(301) 929-8675
https://mumhelp.org/mum-programs/food-assistance-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hughes Baptist Church
35 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

3.56 mi
Info
Diaper distributions monthly by appointment only. Please request an appointment for diapers by calling the hub office on Monday, Wednesday - Friday at: (301) 949-8383 serve the Montgomery County people
Requirements
ID required
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Tuesday
9:00 am–11:00 am
This Wednesday
9:00 am–11:00 am
Seniors only
Tue, April 14th (next week)
9:00 am–11:00 am
9:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Tuesday
9:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Wednesday
Location
10700 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
directions
Contact
(512) 806-4667
https://www.hughesumc.org/events
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mid County United Ministries (MUM)
2 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

3.51 mi
Info
**Hours of Operation:
Wed: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM; Every week (Note: By Appointment Only. We serve zip codes 20902, 20906, 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20910 & 20912.)

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM; Every week (Note: By Appointment Only. We serve zip codes 20902, 20906, 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20910 & 20912.); By Appointment Only

Thu: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM; Every week (Note: By Appointment Only. We serve zip codes 20902, 20906, 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20910 & 20912.)

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM; Every week (Note: By Appointment Only. We serve zip codes 20902, 20906, 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20910 & 20912.); By Appointment Only
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
This Wednesday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
Appointment required
This Thursday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday
1:00 pm–3:00 pm
every week on Wednesday, Thursday
Location
11002 Veirs Mill Road
Wheaton, MD 20902
directions
Contact
(301) 929-8675
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building
14 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

4.54 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:55 pm
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–10:55 am
every week on Saturday, Sunday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:55 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
8106 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 585-6463
Is this your soup kitchen?Claim it!
Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Alta Vista accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.
What kind of food do they have?
Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Do they have vegetables?
Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Alta Vista do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.
Do they have meat?
Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.
Any pantries open today?
If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Alta Vista that’s open today: Bethesda Cares
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Alta Vista for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
Can I get a reminder before my visit?
Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Alta Vista for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.
How do I get help from a real person?
You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Alta Vista, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.