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: Church of the Harbor

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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Essex United Methodist Church
58 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.51 mi
Info
-Might not have translators on site
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  Clothing may be available
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
  No requirements
- Wed, January 7th (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)
Edgemere Bible Church
17 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.37 mi
Info
By appointment only.

Please contact Pastor Gary Holbrook.
- Requirements
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- This Thursday
  9:00 am–3:00 pm
- 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
3011 Ross Avenue
Sparrows Point, MD 21219
directions
Contact
(410) 477-4149
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Stephen’s AME Church
5 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.86 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- This Wednesday
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- This 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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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!
Food pantry (groceries)
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.
21 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

3.14 mi
Info
Once a month. You'll receive a bag of groceries (non-perishables) & $20.00 Aldi gift card.
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Limited food pantry. Offers canned and non perishable goods
Schedule
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tue, January 6th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- Tue, January 13th (in 3 weeks)
  10:00 am–2:00 pm
- 10:00 am–2:00 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)
Love Thy Neighbor Food Pantry Inc
40 reviews
Claimed
55 minutes
average wait time

3.47 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
- This Tuesday
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, January 6th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Tue, January 13th (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
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church of the Harbor
7 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.93 mi
Info
Contact: Bill Ledford and Russel Purkey

https://www.facebook.com/churchoftheharbor/
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Today
  12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sun, January 4th (in 2 weeks)
  12:15 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sun, January 11th (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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Food pantry (groceries)
Hunger for Change
24 reviews
Claimed
18 minutes
average wait time

3.2 mi
Info
For pick-up, contact Marge Advised to arrive early for the line
- Requirements
  Drive-Thru Only
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Emergency food available. Call to inquire.
  Delivery may be available
Schedule
- This Thursday
  10:00 am
- Thu, January 15th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm
- Thu, February 5th (in 2 months)
  10:00 am
- 10:00 am
  every month on the 1st Thursday
- 12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
99 Stemmers Run Road
Baltimore, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(443) 838-2126
Food pantry (groceries)
Pleasant Zion Youth Outreach Center
21 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

2.96 mi
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
Schedule
- December 31st is New Year's Eve
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  This Wednesday
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 7th (in 2 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 14th (in 3 weeks)
  9:00 am–12:00 pm
- 9:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
4317 North Point Boulevard
Dundalk, MD 21222
directions
Contact
(410) 388-0585
http://www.pzbc.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Eastern Interfaith
17 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

4.25 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
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Tue, January 6th (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)
Eastern Interfaith Outreach, Food Pantry
6 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

3.91 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
- This Tuesday
  10:00 am–1:30 pm
- This Thursday
  10:00 am–1:30 pm
- Tue, January 6th (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:30 pm
- 10:00 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
201 Bowley's Quarter Road, Piney Grove United Methodist Church
Middle River, MD 21220
directions
Contact
(410) 406-2288
Is this your food pantry?Claim it!
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: Church of the Harbor
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.