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    SNAP/EBT

    Maryland SNAP Application

    10 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    • The easiest way to apply for SNAP is online at myDHR: https://mymdthink.maryland.gov/home/#/.
      • After submitting the application, you will be interviewed in-person or over the phone and you should recieve a response within 30 days. If you decide to submit your application at a local department of social services, a case manager can assist you in filling out missing information and completing an interview.
    Map of Maryland SNAP Application

    Location

    25 South Charles Street

    Downtown, MD 21201

    directions

    Contact

    (800) 332-6347

    https://dhs.maryland.gov/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program/applying-for-the-food-supplement-program/

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    SNAP/EBT

    59 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    When completing a SNAP application/Redetermination, these are some of the documents we may need to complete your application. Call us for more information or assistance:  Picture I.D.  Social Security Card  Social Security award letter (if being received)  Pension Letter (if being received)  Most recent paystubs worth a month or a letter from your employer (if you are working)  Most recent BG&E bill and or other utilities that you are paying right now (if you pay utilities)  Copy of your most recent rent bill or mortgage (if you pay any)  Copy of monthly pharmacy bill (a printout summary, if you pay $35.00 or more out of pocket)  Copy of health insurance payment (if you pay out of pocket each month)  Copy of medical bills and co pays already paid (invoices and or bank statements, if you pay)  Copy of Lease Agreement (if you pay)

    Schedule

    • Today

      8:00 am–4:30 pm

    • Next Monday

      8:00 am–4:30 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      8:00 am–4:30 pm

    • 8:00 am–4:30 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    158 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    • Serves Baltimore county residence
    • The food pantry is in rear of the building, in the basement.
    • Closed before, on, and after major holidays.
    • If there are 5 weeks in a month the 5th friday is closed
    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Fri, May 1st (next week)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • Fri, May 8th (in 2 weeks)

      1:00 pm–3:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

      every week on 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 Baltimore.

  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)

    48 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    The food distribution will be after the church service. Advised to please attend service as food is distributd after service nd might run out.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Sunday

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Sun, May 3rd (in 2 weeks)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • Sun, May 10th (in 3 weeks)

      12:00 pm–1:00 pm

    • 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

      every week on Sunday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    20 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    First Call 211 for help to get a referral and follow the prompt for food assistance. You can receive food twice a year. Social workers in hospitals can also help you in getting a referal.

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Today

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Next Monday

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Next Tuesday

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

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

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    73 reviews

    Unclaimed

    5 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Bring mobile phones, virtual check ins . FORM FILLING

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Next Thursday

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • Tue, May 5th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–1:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–1:00 pm

      every week on Tuesday, Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    34 reviews

    Unclaimed

    20 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    This food pantry provides groceries to those in need. Tickets are distributed at 8 am for food distribution beginning at 11 am.

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, May 23rd (in 4 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Sat, June 27th (in 2 months)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    47 reviews

    Unclaimed

    13 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Bring your own bag or cart.

    https://www.facebook.com/salembaltimoreumc

    • Requirements

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

      • Free Groceries
      • Clothing may be available

    Schedule

    • Today

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, May 1st (next week)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, May 8th (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–12:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    44 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Bread for the Journey Community Meal provides lunches. Open to Baltimore City residents only. Groceries are available. Clients can walk in for assistance or RSVP online.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a week
      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm

    • Next Thursday

      Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am

    • Tue, May 5th (in 2 weeks)

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm

    • Food pantry (groceries): 10:00 am–11:30 am

      every week on Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 12:00 pm–1:30 pm

      every week on Tuesday

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    Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)

    50 reviews

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Lineup at 7am to receive ticket outside of building, serves first 100 people Baby Pantry is open on Tuesdays from 9AM-12PM. The Baby Pantry has a designated list that may be full at any time. Call 410-355-6707 and inquire about Baby Pantry to see if our list or waitlist is open!

    Every Monday from 9AM-3PM we have the Medstar Harbor Hospital Mobile Medical Unit on site as they offer pharmacy, medical advice, and more!

    On-site registration required

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once every 2 weeks
      • ID required
      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
      • Registration required
      • Community services
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Other social services available

    Schedule

    • Next Monday

      Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am

    • Next Monday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am

    • Next Tuesday

      Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am

    • Food pantry (groceries): 8:00 am

      every week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

    • Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 11:00 am

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore that’s open today: Maryland Food Bank- SNAP Assistance, Frontline Marketplace Pantry, Johns Hopkins Bayview, Social Work Department, So What Else @ Salem United Methodist Church

  20. Where are you located?

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