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 Golden Ring Station.

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 Golden Ring Station 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 Golden Ring Station 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 Golden Ring Station that’s open today: Rosedale Baptist Church Food Pantry , Middle River Baptist Church

Where are you located?

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

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.

Can I build a weekly food schedule?

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

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 Golden Ring Station, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.

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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Church of the Harbor
7 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.69 mi
Info
Contact: Bill Ledford and Russel Purkey

https://www.facebook.com/churchoftheharbor/
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Tomorrow
12:15 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Sun, November 22nd (in 2 weeks)
12:15 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Sun, November 29th (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)
St. John’s Food Pantry
57 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.27 mi
Info
Community dinner on the last Tuesday of each month.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Monday
8:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Next Tuesday
8:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Next Wednesday
8:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Call in advance for services
Registration required
8:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
4:00 pm–6:00 pm
every month on the last Tuesday
Location
518 Franklin Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 687-4621
www.stjohnsofessex.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
24 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.92 mi
Info

Call Millie for appointments

Enter through the main entrance on the left along the driveway. Ring buzzer to enter.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Wednesday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
8212 Philadelphia Road
Rosedale, MD 21237
directions
Contact
(410) 866-8766
https://www.facebook.com/PrinceOfPeaceRosedale/
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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 Golden Ring Station.
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)
Rosedale Baptist Church Food Pantry
88 reviews
Claimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.48 mi
Info
This food pantry offers groceries on Fridays at 5355 Nottingham Drive, Nottingham, MD 21236 and produce on the first Saturday of each month at 9202 Philadelphia Road, Rosedale, MD 21237.
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Other social services available
Fresh produce
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Open now!
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Next Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Food pantry (groceries): 10:30 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Saturday
Location
5355 Nottingham Drive
Nottingham, MD 21236
directions
Contact
(410) 682-4114
https://www.rosedalebaptist.org/ministries/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.
36 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.39 mi
Info
Our food pantry services those in zip codes 21220, 21221, 21222 and 21237. A valid photo ID/driver’s license is required. Resources are limited to once every 30 days per family. You'll receive a bag of groceries (non-perishables) & $20.00 Aldi gift card.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
ID required
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Tuesday
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–2:00 pm
Tue, December 1st (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.olmc-stclare.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Middle River Baptist Church
35 reviews
Unclaimed
3 minutes
average wait time

1.48 mi
Info
A faith-based community food assistance resource operated by Middle River Baptist Church to help people experiencing food insecurity.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Today
Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Sat, November 21st (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 11:30 am–1:30 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
610 Middle River Road
Middle River, MD 21220
directions
Contact
(410) 686-8810
https://www.middleriver.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
Kingsway Christian Center
7 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

2.14 mi
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Thursday
5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Thu, December 17th (next month)
5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Thu, January 21st (in 2 months)
5:00 pm–6:30 pm
5:00 pm–6:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
7403 Gum Spring Road
Rosedale, MD 21237
directions
Contact
(410) 668-1955
https://www.facebook.com/kingswayiphc/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals), Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Essex United Methodist Church
74 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

1.42 mi
Info
-Might not have translators on site
Requirements
ID required
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Next Wednesday
Other material needs: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Next Wednesday
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
Next Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:30 pm–5:30 pm
every week on Wednesday
Other material needs: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
Location
524 Maryland Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 686-2867
https://www.facebook.com/essexmdumc/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Stephen’s AME Church
11 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

1.53 mi
Info
A church-based community meal program supporting people experiencing food insecurity.
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Other social services available
Schedule
Next Tuesday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Next Wednesday
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
1601 Old Eastern Avenue
Essex, MD 21221
directions
Contact
(410) 686-9392
https://www.ststephensame.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Clement Mary Hofbauer Church
18 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

2.22 mi
Info
St. Clement Mary Hofbauer Church partners with the St. Vincent de Paul Society to provide a food pantry serving the greater Rosedale community. The pantry distributes nonperishable staples such as pasta, cereal, canned soup, canned vegetables, peanut butter and jelly, and other household food items. Clients can call the parish office or visit during pantry hours to receive assistance.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Next Thursday
9:00 am–11:00 am
November 26th is Thanksgiving Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)
9:00 am–11:00 am
Thu, December 3rd (in 3 weeks)
9:00 am–11:00 am
9:00 am–11:00 am
every week on Thursday
Location
1212 Chesaco Avenue
Rosedale, MD 21237
directions
Contact
(410) 686-6188
https://stclementmh.org/
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Golden Ring Station 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 Golden Ring Station 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 Golden Ring Station that’s open today: Rosedale Baptist Church Food Pantry, Middle River Baptist Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Golden Ring Station for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.
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.
Can I build a weekly food schedule?
Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Golden Ring Station 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.
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 Golden Ring Station, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.