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 Silver Spring.

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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring that’s open today: Silver Spring UMC , Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building , Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington

Where are you located?

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

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Food pantry (groceries)
Silver Spring UMC
4 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.51 mi
Info
This location hosts two distinct food pantry operations, offering groceries on specific Thursdays and Saturdays.
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Open now!
11:00 am–2:00 pm
Sat, June 13th (next week)
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, June 27th (in 3 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
Location
8900 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 587-1215
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church of Silver Spring Food Closet
50 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.22 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, June 13th (next week)
10:00 am–12:00 pm
Sat, June 20th (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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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building
14 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.36 mi
Offerings
Prepared Meals
Schedule
Open now!
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–12:55 pm
Today
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 5:30 pm–6:55 pm
Tomorrow
Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:30 am–8:15 am
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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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 Silver Spring.
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

0.71 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
This Saturday
6:30 am–10:30 am
Sat, June 20th (in 2 weeks)
6:30 am–10:30 am
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Sat, July 4th (in 4 weeks)
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)
Tommy's Pantry
24 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.75 mi
Info
Community nonprofit pantry offering twice‑monthly drive‑up distributions of fresh produce, shelf‑stable food, and hygiene or cleaning items. All individuals are welcome without identification or registration; new walk‑in clients can reserve a box by emailing the pantry in advance.
Requirements
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
6:30 am–7:30 am
Sat, June 20th (in 2 weeks)
6:30 am–7:30 am
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Sat, July 4th (in 4 weeks)
6:30 am–7:30 am
6:30 am–7:30 am
every month on the 1st Saturday
6:30 am–7:30 am
every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
630 Silver Spring Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20912
directions
Contact
(202) 262-4537
https://tommyspantry.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington
36 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.89 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
Open now!
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Monday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment required
Next Tuesday
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Appointment 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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Food pantry (groceries)
Montgomery College - Takoma Park Mobile Food Market
6 reviews
Unclaimed
10 minutes
average wait time

0.92 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, June 17th (in 2 weeks)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm
Wed, July 15th (next month)
Food pantry (groceries): 2:00 pm–2:30 pm
Wed, August 19th (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
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)
ECD - Edgewood Commons
1 review
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.22 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Thu, June 18th (in 2 weeks)
11:00 am–4:00 pm
Thu, July 16th (next month)
11:00 am–4:00 pm
Thu, August 20th (in 2 months)
11:00 am–4:00 pm
11:00 am–4:00 pm
every month on the 3rd Thursday
Location
8403 Colesville Road
Downtown Silver Spring, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(202) 506-4520
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mt. Jezreel Baptist Church
31 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.84 mi
Info
https://www.facebook.com/MTJEZREEL/
Requirements
Must bring own bags/cart
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
This Saturday
10:00 am–2:00 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
July 4th is Independence Day
The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
Sat, July 4th (in 4 weeks)
10:00 am–2:00 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
Sat, August 1st (in 2 months)
10:00 am–2:00 pm
First come, first serve: open until food runs out
10:00 am–2:00 pm
every month on the 1st Saturday
Location
420 University Blvd East
Silver Spring, MD 20901
directions
Contact
(301) 461-4257
https://www.mtjezreel.com/
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Food pantry (groceries)
HC - Silver Spring
2 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.36 mi
Offerings
Free Groceries
Schedule
Wed, July 1st (in 4 weeks)
12:00 pm–4:30 pm
Wed, August 5th (in 2 months)
12:00 pm–4:30 pm
Wed, September 2nd (in 3 months)
12:00 pm–4:30 pm
12:00 pm–4:30 pm
every month on the 1st Wednesday
Location
1500 Forest Glen Road
Forest Glen, MD 20910
directions
Contact
(301) 754-8735
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring that’s open today: Silver Spring UMC, Shepherd's Table - Progress Place Building, Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.