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: <a href="/directory/resources/cle82eoyg024a0d0286tozrbn">Bethesda Help</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clgc8rpe8000ami0fbqu26zes">Bethesda Cares</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clghxs4j7000oml0fm01mrndq">Bethesda Cares First Baptist Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82f4x4031v0d02ss5ihoqs">First Baptist Church Ken-Gar</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clg68meyc0000lc0f86w8eobm">So What Else Food Rescue Bank</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82f9hw03bh0d02oc7roxb6">Mid County United Ministries (MUM)</a>

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 <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

Free Food in Alta Vista - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In Alta VistaLemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries)
Nourishing Bethesda Food Distributions
5 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

1.32 mi
Info
Text (DO NOT CALL) ‪info to 301-664-4630‬ OR email food@nourishingbethesda.org to make an appointment
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Contact in advance for services
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- This Friday
  9:30 am–6:00 pm
- June 19th is Juneteenth
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, June 19th (next week)
  6:00 pm–8:00 pm
- 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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Grocery delivery
Bethesda Help
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
Schedule
- Today
  Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- This Friday
  Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
10100 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
directions
Contact
(301) 365-2022
https://www.bethesdahelp.org/need-help/food-assistance
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Bethesda Cares
2 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.63 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:45 pm–1:45 pm
  Lunch
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:45 pm–1:45 pm
  Lunch
- This Friday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:45 pm–1:45 pm
  Lunch
- 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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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!
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
- Today
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–2:00 pm
- This Friday
  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)
First Baptist Church Ken-Gar
12 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

2.2 mi
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open on holidays
Schedule
- Today
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, June 21st (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, July 9th (in 4 weeks)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
3922 Hampden St
Kensington, MD 20895
directions
Contact
(917) 364-1681
http://www.fbcofkengar.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
National Center for Children and Families Grentree Shelter
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.11 mi
Info
Shelter
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
National Center for Children and Families Grentree Shelter has no upcoming openings!
Location
6301 Greentree Road
Bethesda, MD 20817
directions
Contact
(301) 365-4480
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Food pantry (groceries)
So What Else Food Rescue Bank
45 reviews
Claimed
17 minutes
average wait time

2.56 mi
Info
Make an appointment on website.. For Saturdays appointment visit: https://saturdaydistro.youcanbook.me/ For weekdays appointment visit: https://swefood.youcanbook.me/ 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)
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Registration on website required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
- This Saturday
  8:00 am
  Outdoor distribution
- 10:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- 8:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
4924 Wyaconda Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
directions
Contact
(240) 705-4345
www.sowhatelse.org
Food pantry (groceries)
Mid County United Ministries (MUM)
14 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

3.51 mi
Info
They only serve the following zipcodes: 20902, 20906, 20901, 20910, 20912, 20783, 20853, 20895, 20896
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  ID must show you reside in this county.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Today
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 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
22 reviews
Unclaimed
31 minutes
average wait time

3.57 mi
Info
diaper distributions Monthly by Appointment only Please request an appointment by calling the hub office on Monday, Wednesday - Friday at: (301) 949-8383
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, June 24th (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, July 1st (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 5th Tuesday
Location
10700 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
directions
Contact
(512) 806-4667
https://www.hughesumc.org/events
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Jude Catholic Church
45 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

3.96 mi
Info
Recommended to go on their Facebook for any updates at: www.facebook.com/StStephenfoodpantry
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Saturday
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Sat, June 28th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- Sat, July 12th (next month)
  8:30 am–9:30 am
- 8:30 am–9:30 am
  every 2 weeks on Saturday
Location
12701 Veirs Mill Road
Rockville, MD 20853
directions
Contact
(301) 642-3378
https://www.shrinestjude.org/news/food-donations-needed
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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 Help, Bethesda Cares, Bethesda Cares First Baptist Church, First Baptist Church Ken-Gar, So What Else Food Rescue Bank, Mid County United Ministries (MUM)
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 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.