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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Central Union Mission

    70 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time

    1.49 mi


    Info

    Behind the Popeye’s. Look for the orange cones in the driveway. Recommended to arrive early.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, April 9th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, April 16th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    Map of Central Union Mission

    Location

    3194 Bladensburg Road Northeast

    Northeast Washington, DC 20018

    directions

    Contact

    (202) 529-0165

    https://www.missiondc.org/need-help/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    27 reviews

    Unclaimed

    8 minutes

    average wait time

    2.09 mi


    Info

    Must be a resident of Ward 5.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Fri, April 10th (next week)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Fri, April 17th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • 9:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Tuesday

    Contact

    (202) 529-3075

    https://www.umc.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    52 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    0.57 mi


    Info

    • Call to confirm which distribution site to pick-up food.
    • They may also have furniture’s, frozen foods (meats, fish, pork and chicken), toys, shoes, winter jackets, hygiene kits etc
    • For the latest updates, clients can follow us on all social media platforms @Everlasting Joy Foundation. For special requests, please feel free to call us at 301-283-7438.
    • Requirements

      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • This Saturday

      2:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Tue, April 7th (next week)

      5:00 pm–7:00 pm

    • 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

    • 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Bladensburg.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    0.96 mi


    Info

    Open Status: Open Another Day (Call to Confirm) Note: No TEFAP Available Please call this location to confirm the days/times they are open.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Mon, April 6th (next week)

      6:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • Sun, April 19th (in 3 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Mon, May 4th (in 2 months)

      6:00 pm–9:00 pm

    • 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Monday

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Sunday

    Contact

    (301) 525-6328
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.04 mi


    Info

    Must be PG County Resident.

    Birth Certificate for all members of the household and MD ID for 18 years old and older.

    Lease or piece of mail that shows their name or the address.

    Diapers available only on Tuesdays and by appointment.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • This Friday

      8:30 am–4:30 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Wednesday

    • 8:30 am–4:30 pm

      every week on Friday

    Contact

    (301) 322-5700
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    42 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.54 mi


    Info

    Call +1 (301) 277-1000 by Tuesday to confirm schedule and make an appointment since there's no fix distribution day/time.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Call in advance for services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Tuesday

      9:00 am

    • Tue, April 7th (next week)

      9:00 am

    • Tue, April 14th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am

    • 9:00 am

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    47 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.16 mi


    Info

    PG county residents only

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Call in advance for services
      • Registration required
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      8:00 am–11:00 am

    • Fri, April 10th (next week)

      8:00 am–11:00 am

    • Fri, April 17th (in 2 weeks)

      8:00 am–11:00 am

    • 8:00 am–11:00 am

      every week on Friday

    Contact

    (301) 927-5620
  12. Street view

    Food pantry (groceries)

    2 reviews

    Unclaimed

    1 minute

    average wait time

    2.29 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Thu, April 16th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Thu, May 21st (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • Thu, June 18th (in 3 months)

      9:00 am–11:00 am

    • 9:00 am–11:00 am

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

    Contact

    (240) 643-9397
  13. Street view

    Food pantry (groceries)

    5 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.58 mi


    Info

    Open Status: Open Another Day (Call to Confirm) Note: No TEFAP Available Please call this location to confirm the days/times they are open.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Thu, April 9th (next week)

      9:30 am–11:30 am

    • Thu, April 23rd (in 3 weeks)

      9:30 am–11:30 am

    • Thu, May 14th (in 2 months)

      9:30 am–11:30 am

    • 9:30 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 9:30 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 4th Thursday

    Contact

    (301) 985-3090
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    Food pantry (groceries)

    35 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.97 mi


    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, April 11th (next week)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, April 25th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, May 9th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the last Saturday

    Contact

    (202) 398-2211
  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Bladensburg 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Bladensburg do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Bladensburg to see if any are 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 in Bladensburg.

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Bladensburg 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.

  23. 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 Bladensburg, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.