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 North Takoma Park.

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 North Takoma Park 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 North Takoma Park 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 North Takoma Park that’s open today: Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington
36 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.27 mi
Info
Faith‑based nonprofit providing a client‑choice food pantry with pre‑packed groceries, diapers, hygiene items, and clothing assistance. Services are offered by appointment and include case management and referrals.
Requirements
You can visit once a month
Call in advance for services
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Diapers/baby essentials may be available
Schedule
Tomorrow
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
ID required
This Tuesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
ID required
This Wednesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
ID required
10:00 am–1:00 pm
every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Location
501 Sligo Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 585-6556
https://acsgw.org/
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building
14 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.72 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:00 am–10:55 am
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am
Tomorrow
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
Location
8106 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 585-6463
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Silver Spring Food Closet
50 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.7 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
This Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, May 16th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, May 23rd (in 2 weeks)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
10:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Saturday
Location
828 Wayne Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 466-8263
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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 North Takoma Park.
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)
Tommy's Pantry
7 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
Info
Every 1st Saturday of the month, health and wellness items are distributed. Every 3rd Saturday of the month, food boxes are distributed. Please email tommyspantry@gmail.com at least 48 hours in advance if planning to arrive on foot.
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, May 16th (next week)
6:30 am–10:30 am
Sat, June 6th (next month)
6:30 am–10:30 am
Sat, June 20th (next month)
6:30 am–10:30 am
6:30 am–10:30 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
6:30 am–10:30 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
630 Silver Spring Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(202) 262-4537
https://tommyspantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries), Other material needs
Tommy's Pantry
23 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.24 mi
Info

Every 1st Saturday of the month: 325 Health and Wellness items are distributed.

Every 3rd Saturday of the month: 320 Food boxes are distributed.

On-site registration required
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Sat, May 16th (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 6:30 am–7:15 am
Drive-thru only
Sat, June 6th (next month)
Other material needs: 6:30 am–7:15 am
Drive-thru only
Sat, June 20th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 6:30 am–7:15 am
Drive-thru only
Food pantry (groceries): 6:30 am–7:15 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Other material needs: 6:30 am–7:15 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
630 Silver Spring Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(202) 262-4537
https://tommyspantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Montgomery College - Takoma Park Mobile Food Market
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.5 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
Wed, May 20th (in 2 weeks)
CLOSED
Wed, May 27th (in 3 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm
Wed, June 17th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm
every month on the 3rd Wednesday
Location
7600 Takoma Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
directions
Contact
(251) 744-4411
https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/life-at-mc/student-health-and-wellness/fuel-for-success-food-campaign.html?fbclid=IwAR0rUziSyYdjXgOy3zalKydPFZNZSdKqNB1w5RoyqLT7PUvTCqGnMyDpHhw
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Food pantry (groceries)
Silver Spring UMC
3 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.39 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Thursday
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Thu, June 4th (next month)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Thu, July 2nd (in 2 months)
11:00 am–1:00 pm
11:00 am–1:00 pm
every month on the 1st Thursday
Location
8900 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 587-1215
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Food pantry (groceries)
Clifton Park Baptist Church (CLIF)
55 reviews
Unclaimed
13 minutes
average wait time

1.37 mi
Info
for only residents in zip codes 20901, 20903, 20910, and 20912
Requirements
Proof of address required
Call in advance for services
Proof of household income required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Wednesday
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Appointment required
This Thursday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointment required
Wed, May 13th (next week)
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Appointment required
11:00 am–2:00 pm
every week on Wednesday
9:00 am–12:00 pm
every week on Thursday
Location
8818 Piney Branch Road
Clifton Park Village, MD 20903
directions
Contact
(301) 434-2456
https://www.cliftonparkbaptistchurch.org/copy-of-discipleship
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Michael and All Angels
82 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.88 mi
Info
This free, in-person community dinner and food distribution program provides hot meals, bags of groceries, and a clothing closet. Participants are required to fill out a form once a year with their name, address, telephone number, number of persons in their household, and email address if they have one. Gently used clothing is also available.
Requirements
Registration required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Fresh produce
Clothing may be available
Schedule
Sat, May 16th (next week)
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
Sat, June 20th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
Sat, July 18th (in 2 months)
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
Food pantry (groceries): 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
8501 New Hampshire Avenue
Adelphi, MD 20783
directions
Contact
(301) 434-4646
https://www.stmichaelsadelphi.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Church of the Living God
79 reviews
Unclaimed
14 minutes
average wait time

2.08 mi
Info
If there is a 5th Saturday in a month they will be closed
Requirements
ID required
Proof of address required
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, May 16th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, May 23rd (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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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in North Takoma Park 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 North Takoma Park 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 North Takoma Park that’s open today: Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in North Takoma Park 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 North Takoma Park 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 North Takoma Park, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.