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 Cape May Beach.

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 Cape May Beach 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 Cape May Beach 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 Cape May Beach that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/clg4yiknc000ol70fa3kwivlh">St. Matthew's Lutheran Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cllx9szhl044l164uiwm2cg34">Eastern Interfaith Outreach, Food Pantry</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Cape May Beach 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.

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Food pantry (groceries)
Community Assistance Network @ Creative Kids
1 review
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.51 mi
Info
Zip Codes serve: 21220, 21221, 21222, 21224, 21219, 21052 We strongly advise you to call 410-285-4674 or visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CANCONNECTS/(Community Assistance Network) for up-to-date information regarding inclement weather delays or closings before traveling to the Community Choice Pantry.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Thursday
  3:30 pm–5:30 pm
- Thu, July 17th (in 2 weeks)
  3:30 pm–5:30 pm
- Thu, July 24th (in 3 weeks)
  3:30 pm–5:30 pm
- 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
958 Ashbridge Drive
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 285-4674
https://www.canconnects.org/food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.
11 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.08 mi
Info
once a month. You'll receive a bag of groceries (non-perishables) & $20.00 Aldi gift card.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, July 15th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, July 22nd (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
1704 Old Eastern Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 686-4972
https://www.olmcmd.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

2.02 mi
Info
Contact: Kathy Duvall
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- July 4th is Independence Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Open now!
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Next Monday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Appointments required
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
  Appointments required
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
3620 Red Rose Farm Road
Middle River, MD 21220
directions
Contact
(410) 335-4210
https://www.stmatthewbq.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 in Cape May Beach.
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)
St. Stephen’s AME Church
2 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

1.94 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
1601 Old Eastern Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 686-9392
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Food pantry (groceries)
Love Thy Neighbor Food Pantry Inc
26 reviews
Claimed
2 hours
average wait time

2.38 mi
Info
Must arrive at 9am to get a number. then go back at noon to receive the food
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, July 15th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, July 22nd (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
155 Orville Road
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(443) 915-6449
www.lovethyneighborfoodpantry.us
Food pantry (groceries)
Salvation Army
10 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

2.51 mi
Info
Contact: Mavis Cutter

Available for families in Baltimore County; a delivery of groceries (1 weeks-worth each week) to senior citizens who are quarantined or self-quarantined and need groceries.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Thu, July 17th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am
- Thu, August 21st (next month)
  9:00 am
- Thu, September 18th (in 2 months)
  9:00 am
- 9:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
1400 Fuselage Avenue
Middle River, MD 21220
directions
Contact
(410) 682-2450
https://sa-md.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Eastern Interfaith Outreach, Food Pantry
1 review
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.62 mi
Info
FOOD PANTRY: Provides non-perishable food and perishable when available according to family size. Individuals will not be served after 12:45PM.Individuals must call to schedule an appointment. An appointment time will be given when the call is received. Serving residents of Essex, Dundalk and Middle River, ID is required.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- July 4th is Independence Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Open now!
  10:00 am–1:30 pm
- Next Monday
  10:00 am–1:30 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–1:30 pm
- 10:00 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Location
201 Bowley's Quarter Road, Piney Grove United Methodist Church
Middle River, MD 21220
directions
Contact
(410) 406-2288
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Essex United Methodist Church, Food Pantry
32 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.02 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: twice a month
  Food donations are accepted
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Clothing may be available
- Next Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  No requirements
- Wed, July 16th (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Clothing may be available
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  every week on Wednesday
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
524 Maryland Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 686-2867
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Food pantry (groceries)
Eastern Interfaith
10 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

2.96 mi
Info
To schedule, please call Dottie at 410-406-2288

Must be a resident of Essex

ID required
- Requirements
  ID required
  Appointments required
  Zip code restrictions
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Next Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tue, July 15th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
3 Bowleys Quarters Road
Middle River, MD 21220
directions
Contact
(410) 406-2288
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church of the Harbor
5 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

3.2 mi
Info
Contact: Bill Ledford and Russel Purkey

https://www.facebook.com/churchoftheharbor/
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sun, July 13th (in 2 weeks)
  12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sun, July 20th (in 3 weeks)
  12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 12:15 pm
  every week on Sunday
Location
911 Mace Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 686-8499
https://churchoftheharbor.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Cape May Beach 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 Cape May Beach 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 Cape May Beach that’s open today: St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Eastern Interfaith Outreach, Food Pantry
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Cape May Beach for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.