Cornerstones' Assistance Services and Pantry Program (ASAPP) is the only food pantry in the Reston/Herndon area open five days a week. It provides emergency food assistance to low-income residents, stocking fresh food, non-perishable items, personal care items, diapers, formula, pet food, and clothing vouchers. The program also delivers food to senior clients and local low-income housing complexes, and offers a SNAP at Market/FreshMatch program for fresh produce. In addition to food, ASAPP provides emergency financial assistance for rent and utility bills, case management, financial counseling, and life skills classes on health, nutrition, cooking, and accessing government benefits.

ISKCON of Washington offers food assistance to the community. Please contact them directly for program details and service availability.

St. Anne’s Episcopal Church runs a monthly food pantry on the third Thursday of each month, offering grocery bags with non‑perishable items, fresh produce, frozen meat, a diaper ministry, toiletries, and a client‑choice component where families select preferred items. Emergency food bags are also available on weekdays during office hours by calling the church office.

On the 2nd Saturday of every month we provide food and clothing for those in need in our community. Doors open at 7:00 AM. Distribution runs from 8:00 – 10:00 AM. SERVING Sterling and surrounding Northern Virginia communities

The South Lakes High School PTSA Food Pantry provides weekly groceries and essential items to students and families in the school pyramid. Students can shop on campus while families receive curbside distributions at the school entrance. The pantry offers fresh produce, toiletries, and a client‑choice selection of food items.

Stop by the registration desk and fill out the registration form, which asks for contact information, household information, and a few other details. Once that’s finished, we’ll give you a key card, just like the ones you get at a grocery store. Keep this key card and bring it to every Community Marketplace that you attend to enter the marketplace.

Manna Food operates at USG Lot 2, located near the front of the BSE building. They will set up in the parking lot for distribution.

Registration & Appointments: Registration is required to receive food assistance. Please call Manna's main office at (301) 424-1130 during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM) to sign up.

• Important: Your call must be received by 12:00 PM the day before you wish to pick up food to ensure your order is ready.
• During your call, a referral representative will ask a few simple questions:
  • Are you a Montgomery County resident?
  • Does your household income fall below the level necessary for self-sufficiency?
  • Which day and Manna distribution location is most convenient for you to pick up your food? (Manna operates multiple food distribution sites.)

Parking Information: Participants may park in either Lot 5 or Lot 2. Please consult the USG Parking Map for detailed directions.

Food Pickup Requirements: When picking up food, you must present a photo ID showing your current Montgomery County address, or provide another document that proves your current residency in the county.

Rescheduling Pickups: If you are unable to pick up your food on your scheduled day, you must call Manna to reschedule your pickup.