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.

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 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 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 that’s open today: Mt. Pisgah AME Church , The Salvation Army of Howard County

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Bridgeway Community Cupboard
3 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.38 mi
Info
Also distributing food on Sundays after the service at 10:30am
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, January 10th (next week)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, January 24th (in 3 weeks)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- Sat, February 14th (in 2 months)
  9:30 am–11:30 am
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 2nd Saturday
- 9:30 am–11:30 am
  every month on the 4th Saturday
- every week on Sunday
Location
9189 Red Branch Road
Columbia, MD 21045
directions
Contact
(410) 992-5832
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Pisgah AME Church
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.47 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  11:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  11:00 am–5:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  11:00 am–5:00 pm
- 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
5901 Cedar Fern Court
Hickory Ridge, MD 21044
directions
Contact
(410) 730-6688
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. John Baptist Church Food Pantry
3 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.53 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/SJBCDiscover/

howard county residents
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Sat, January 17th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, February 21st (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, March 21st (in 3 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
9055 Tamar Drive
Long Reach, MD 21045
directions
Contact
(301) 596-5571
stjohnbaptistchurch.org/
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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.
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)
The Salvation Army of Howard County
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

4.11 mi
Info
FOOD PANTRY: Offers non-perishable food once every 30 days while supplies last. Call to schedule an appointment. Accepts donations of food. Also provides a monthly fresh produce give-away April -Oct, usually the 4th Mon, call to confirm.
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Must call during this time to register and book an appointment
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–4:00 pm
- Also open by appointment: Contact M-F 9am-5pm
- 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
3267 Pine Orchard Lane
Ellicott City, MD 21042
directions
Contact
(443) 656-3376
https://sa-md.org/centralmaryland/howard-county-service-thrift/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Howard County Food Bank
1 review
Unclaimed
1 hour
average wait time

3.96 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Proof of address required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
  Baby formula may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- This Wednesday
  1:00 pm–7:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- This Thursday
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  Walk-ins accepted
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- 1:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
9385 Gerwig Lane
Columbia, MD 21046
directions
Contact
(410) 313-6185
www.cac-hc.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center
1 review
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.53 mi
Info
Grassroots provides free, 24-hour crisis services including a free 24-hour food and hygiene pantry. Non-perishable food items are available to all.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  12:00 am
- December 31st is New Year's Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  12:00 am
- This Thursday
  12:00 am
- 12:00 am
  every day
Location
8990 Old Annapolis Road
Suite A
Columbia, MD 21045
directions
Contact
(410) 531-6006
https://grassrootscrisis.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
The Meeting House
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.48 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
The Meeting House has no upcoming openings!
Location
5885 Robert Oliver Place
Oakland Mills, MD 21045
directions
Contact
(410) 730-4090
https://themeetinghouse.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Food And Care For All, Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

4.11 mi
Info
FOOD PANTRY: Offers a client choice food pantry. Indiviudals are able to receive fresh produce, dairy products, frozen meats, bread, and baked goods. Distributes clothing, shoes, hygiene supplies, and baby supplies.

For emergency food needs individuals can complete the FCFA Curbside Food Pantry Order Request Form, a Google sign in is needed, and get a response within 24-48 hours.

https://www.facebook.com/fcfaglobal
- Requirements
  A photo ID is required
  Proof of Maryland residency is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Fresh produce
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- Tue, January 6th (next week)
  10:00 am–3:00 pm
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
Location
10262 Baltimore National Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
directions
Contact
(410) 988-5392
https://www.fcfaglobal.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Jessup Baptist Church, Baby and Toddler Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

5.51 mi
Info
BABY SUPPLIES: Offers an emergency baby pantry for families in need. Supplies include diapers, wipes, formula, and baby clothes. Call or send an email for assistance.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Baby formula may be available
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- Wed, January 7th (next week)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Wed, January 21st (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Wed, February 4th (in 2 months)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Wednesday
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
2862 Jessup Road, Route 175
Jessup, MD 20794
directions
Contact
(410) 799-4842
https://www.facebook.com/groups/jbcbabypantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Action Council of Howard County
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

3.96 mi
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Proof of household income required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers available (must bring birth certificate)
- Info
  Closed on major holidays
  Walk-ins accepted
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  1:00 pm–7:00 pm
- This Thursday
  1:00 pm–4:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
- 1:00 pm–7:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
9385 Gerwig Lane
Columbia, MD 21046
directions
Contact
(410) 313-6440
https://cac-hc.org/food-assistance/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places 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 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 that’s open today: Mt. Pisgah AME Church, The Salvation Army of Howard County
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.