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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    Bethesda Cares – Meals Program

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    1.43 mi


    Info

    A community meal program that helps alleviate hunger and food insecurity in Bethesda.

    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      10:45 am–11:45 am

    • Next Tuesday

      10:45 am–11:45 am @ Church in Bethesda

    • Next Wednesday

      10:45 am–11:45 am @ Church in Bethesda

    • 10:45 am–11:45 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    Map of Bethesda Cares – Meals Program

    Location

    5033 Wilson Lane

    Bethesda, MD 20814

    directions

    Contact

    (301) 907-9244

    https://bethesdacares.org/what-we-do/meal-program/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    1.74 mi


    Info

    To make an appointment, please text 301-664-4630 or email food@nourishingbethesda.org.

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Thursday

      6:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      9:30 am–6:00 pm

    • Thu, November 26th (in 2 weeks)

      6:00 pm–8:00 pm

    • 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

    • 9:30 am–6:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    14 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    2.32 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–10:55 am

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–10:55 am

      every week on Saturday, Sunday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:55 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

  5. 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.

  6. 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 Chevy Chase Lake.

  7. 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!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    53 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    2.54 mi


    Info

    This food pantry provides groceries to those in need. Clients often receive a variety of food items, and there is a community interest in fresh produce and other essentials.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, December 5th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    2.78 mi


    Info

    Francis On The Hill distributes groceries. No TEFAP is available. Numbers are given out at 1:30 PM, and distribution often involves two lines: one for pre-made bags with tickets, and another for extra food for those without tickets. Arriving early is recommended.

    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      1:30 pm–3:00 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      1:30 pm–3:00 pm

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)

      1:30 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:30 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    2.65 mi


    Info

    • Food pantry entrance is the Portico Entrance located off of the parking lot on Ellicott Street and 36th Street.
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, December 5th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, December 19th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Saturday

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    3 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    2.86 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      1:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    16 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.78 mi


    Info

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Saturday

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, December 19th (next month)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, January 16th (in 2 months)

      10:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    7 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    2.04 mi


    Info

    This location hosts two distinct food pantry operations, offering groceries on specific Thursdays and Saturdays.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Thu, December 3rd (in 3 weeks)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Sat, December 12th (in 4 weeks)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Thursday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    2.7 mi


    Info

    The Mobile Market provides fresh fruits, vegetables, and other foods to MC students, faculty/staff, and the community. The food is distributed on campus at no cost. All you need to do is check the schedule for the campus convenient to you, bring your bags to carry your groceries, and pick up some food.

    No proof of eligibility is required. Food is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Mobile Market is a partnership between Montgomery College and the Capital Area Food Bank. If you're interested in volunteering with the Mobile Market, please fill out the volunteer form

    • Location: Inside of Montgomery College - Takoma Park at Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center Atrium (ST)...

    Third Wednesday of the month unless noted by an . 2026 February 18 March 25 April 15 May 27* June 17 *Market is the fourth Wednesday of the month

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm

    • Wed, December 16th (next month)

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm

    • Wed, January 20th (in 2 months)

      Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Chevy Chase Lake 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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 Chevy Chase Lake do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. 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.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    You can browse these pages for resources in Chevy Chase Lake to see if any are 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 in Chevy Chase Lake.

  20. Where are you located?

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

  21. 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.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Chevy Chase Lake 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.

  23. 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 Chevy Chase Lake, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.