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 South Maryland.

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 South Maryland 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 South Maryland 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 South Maryland that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cle82eqxt028u0d02rhk3vdo8">Turner AME Church</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82f5cu032y0d02bul1axsb">Crossover Church</a>

Where are you located?

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

Free Food in South Maryland - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In South MarylandLemontree is here to help you find the best food pantry near you. Food pantries and food banks are a great place to find groceries if you need some help. Many of these locations can help you find food as quickly as today. Whether it’s a church around the corner or a mobile food pantry, the places below should help. In addition, you should consider applying for SNAP (food stamps) if you don’t already get government assistance.

Food pantry (groceries)
Turner AME Church
Unclaimed
1 hour 7 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Today
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Fri, September 20th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- Fri, October 4th (in 4 weeks)
  12:00 pm–1:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Friday
Location
7201 16th Place
Hyattsville, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(240) 417-6012
https://www.turner-ame.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Michael and All Angels
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

Info
The only requirement we have is that participants fill out a form (once a year) providing their name, address, telephone number, number of person in their household, and email address, if they have one. We serve a hot meal and grocery items are distributed while supplies last. Gently used clothing is also available.
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Sat, September 21st (in 2 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm
- Sat, September 21st (in 2 weeks)
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:00 pm
- Sat, October 19th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 3:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
8501 New Hampshire Ave
Adelphi, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(240) 882-0274
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Food pantry (groceries)
Metropolitan SDA Church
Unclaimed
1 hour 43 minutes
average wait time

Info
Distribution starts on June 28th 2023, every other week.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, September 25th (in 3 weeks)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, October 9th (next month)
  Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Location
6307 Riggs Road
Hyattsville, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(301) 853-2224
https://www.facebook.com/metrosda/
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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 South Maryland.
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)
LindaBen Foundation / Word of Faith Church
Unclaimed
58 minutes
average wait time

Info
Follow their Facebook page for update
- Requirements
  Wear Facemask
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  2:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, September 17th (in 2 weeks)
  2:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Tue, October 8th (next month)
  2:30 pm
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 2:30 pm
  every month on the 2nd Tuesday
- 2:30 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
Location
5100 Tanglewood Drive
Edmonston Recreation Center
Hyattsville, MD 20781
directions
Contact
(240) 461-9442
https://lindabenfoundation.org/pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
SEED
Unclaimed
21 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Wednesday
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Wed, September 18th (in 2 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- Wed, September 25th (in 3 weeks)
  12:00 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Wednesday
Location
5819 Eastpine Dr
Eastpines Community Building
Riverdale, MD 20737
directions
Contact
(301) 458-7099
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Food pantry (groceries)
Ebenezer Church of God
Unclaimed
25 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Client can visit: Once a week
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  9:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, September 14th (next week)
  9:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Sat, September 21st (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- 9:30 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
7550 Buchanan St.
Hyattsville, MD 20784
directions
Contact
(240) 338-6065
https://www.ebenezercog.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Crossover Church
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
PG county residents only
- Requirements
  ID required
  Registration required
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- Today
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, September 13th (next week)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- Fri, September 20th (in 2 weeks)
  8:00 am–11:00 am
- 8:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Friday
Location
5340 Baltimore Avenue
Hyattsville, MD 20781
directions
Contact
(301) 442-6478
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church of the Living God
Unclaimed
38 minutes
average wait time

Info
Contact: June Muna Mbulu
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, September 14th (next week)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Sat, September 21st (in 2 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
1417 Chillum Road
Hyattsville, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(301) 559-8893
https://www.clgfgm.org/contact
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Food pantry (groceries)
Grace United Methodist Church. Takoma Park Food Pantry
Unclaimed
28 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  State ID required
  Open to Maryland residents
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, October 5th (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, November 2nd (in 2 months)
  10:00 am–1:00 pm
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
7001 New Hampshire Ave
Takoma Park, MD 20912
directions
Contact
(240) 450-2092
https://www.facebook.com/p/Grace-UMC-Takoma-Park-MD-100068842692402/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Mark The Evangelist Catholic Church
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Registration required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
- Info
  Open on holidays
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  8:30 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, September 17th (in 2 weeks)
  8:30 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, September 24th (in 3 weeks)
  8:30 am–12:00 pm
- 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
Location
7501 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(301) 852-3816
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in South Maryland 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 South Maryland 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 South Maryland that’s open today: Turner AME Church, Crossover Church
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in South Maryland for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.