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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.25 mi


    Info

    Military Veterans Only.

    Closed on Federal Holidays.

    Must bring proof of Veteran status

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      8:30 am–2:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      8:30 am–2:00 pm

    • Next Wednesday

      8:30 am–2:00 pm

    • 8:30 am–2:00 pm

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

    Map of Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)

    Location

    209 West Fayette Street

    Bromo Arts District, MD 21201

    directions

    Contact

    (410) 637-3246
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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    10 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.29 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Tomorrow

      10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      7:45 am–8:15 am

    • 7:45 am–8:15 am

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

    • 10:30 am–12:30 pm

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

    Contact

    https://cc-md.org/programs/odb-employment-center/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.75 mi


    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      12:30 pm

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      12:30 pm

    • Tue, December 1st (in 3 weeks)

      12:30 pm

    • 12:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

  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 Downtown.

  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), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    12 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time

    0.41 mi


    Info

    Baltimore residents only

    Holiday closings: May 27 (Memorial Day), September 2 (Labor Day), December 23 & 30 (Christmas)

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–2:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm

    • Mon, November 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–2:00 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 12:30 pm–2:00 pm

      every week on Monday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    18 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.19 mi


    Info

    Church‑based community food pantry and fresh‑produce distribution operated by Pathway Forward at Allen AME Church. Provides free groceries and seasonal farm‑to‑table produce in partnership with the Maryland Food Bank and the Black Church Food Security Network, and offers emergency SNAP application assistance.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Next Friday

      1:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • Sat, November 21st (next week)

      9:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every week on Friday

    • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Saturday

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    Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    no ratings yet

    0.53 mi


    • Offerings

      • Prepared Meals

    Schedule

    • Today

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Tomorrow

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm

      every day

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    28 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.96 mi


    Info

    Provides fresh, free rescued food at weekly outdoor distributions. At the East Baltimore Medical Center site, distribution starts Mondays at 4:00 pm. Participants should bring their own bags and may choose the items they want.

    • Requirements

      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry
      • Fresh produce

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      4:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Mon, November 23rd (in 2 weeks)

      4:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • Mon, November 30th (in 3 weeks)

      4:00 pm–6:00 pm

    • 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

      every week on Monday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    4 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time

    1.18 mi


    Info

    Provides food, clothing and Christmas assistance to the 21224 and 21231 zip codes

    Food Pantry opens on Tues & Fri, 11:30AM-1:30PM. If new to program, need photo ID and proof of address.

    LATINO SENIORS EATING TOGETHER PROGRAM: Provides lunch twice a month for Latino seniors 60 and over. Call 410-276-1646 or email to register.

    CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE 2010: Offering food coupons and toys to anyone in need within the 21231 area. Sign-up starts 12/3. Must come in 11:30AM-1:30PM.

    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      11:30 am

    • Next Friday

      11:30 am

    • Tue, November 24th (in 2 weeks)

      11:30 am

    • 11:30 am

      every week on Tuesday, Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    19 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.14 mi


    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Next Wednesday

      3:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Wed, November 25th (in 2 weeks)

      3:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Wed, December 2nd (in 3 weeks)

      3:00 pm

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • 3:00 pm

      every week on Wednesday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    20 reviews

    Unclaimed

    13 minutes

    average wait time

    0.74 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Sat, November 28th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, December 26th (next month)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Sat, January 23rd (in 2 months)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Downtown 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 Downtown 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?

    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 Downtown that’s open today: Our Daily Bread, Allen AME Church, Our Daily Bread

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.