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 Downtown.

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 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.

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 Downtown 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 Downtown that’s open today: <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/our-daily-bread">Our Daily Bread</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/veterans-affairs-community-resource-and-referral-center-crrc">Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/maryland-access-point-map-1">Maryland Access Point (MAP)</a>, <a href="https://www.foodhelpline.org/resources/beans-and-bread">Beans and Bread</a>

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 <a href="sms:90846">texting 90847</a> between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

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Food pantry (groceries)
So What Else @ City Place on the Avenue
16 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

0.74 mi
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
  Outdoor distribution
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Any resident is eligible
Schedule
- This Thursday
  11:00 am–11:30 am
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Fresh produce
- Thu, November 20th (next week)
  11:00 am–11:30 am
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Fresh produce
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–11:30 am
  Closed During Year: Inclement weather
  Fresh produce
- 11:00 am–11:30 am
  every week on Thursday
Location
610 Pennsylvania Avenue
Seton Hill, MD 21201
directions
Contact
(410) 709-3272
https://www.sowhatelse.org/baltimore
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
St. Ignatius Catholic Church
4 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.51 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- Next Sunday
  4:30 pm–8:00 pm
- Sun, December 7th (in 4 weeks)
  4:30 pm–8:00 pm
- Sun, December 14th (next month)
  4:30 pm–8:00 pm
- 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Sunday
- 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Sunday
- 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Sunday
Location
740 North Calvert Street
Mount Vernon, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 727-3848
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Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Our Daily Bread
7 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

0.29 mi
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:15 am
  Seniors Only
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:15 am
  Seniors Only
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 7:45 am–8:15 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 10:30 am–12:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Location
19 West Franklin Street
Mount Vernon, MD 21201
directions
Contact
(443) 986-9000
https://cc-md.org/programs/odb-employment-center/
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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 Downtown.
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!
Food pantry (groceries)
Food Rescue Baltimore, EAST BALTIMORE MEDICAL CENTER
17 reviews
Unclaimed
average user rating

0.96 mi
Info
FRESH PRODUCE: Provides free produce and other food to those in need. The food is often rescued from markets, restaurants, or other organizations, to decrease waste and to help communities experiencing food insecurity. Distribution occurs at various locations throughout the city.For an updated and comprehensive list of participating sites and their giveaway times, visit the website: https://www.foodrescuebaltimore.orgPeople are encouraged to bring their own bags and select what items they want.For last minute notifications including supplies or weather-related cancellations, visit https://www.facebook.com/foodrescueday/
- Requirements
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Monday
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Mon, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Mon, December 1st (in 3 weeks)
  4:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
1000 East Eager Street, East Baltimore Medical Center
Baltimore, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 522-9800
https://www.foodrescuebaltimore.org/
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We’re working on getting in touch with this organization, but if you can confirm any of the details, please let us know.
Food pantry (groceries)
Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC)
3 reviews
Unclaimed
9 minutes
average wait time

0.25 mi
Info
Military Veterans Only.

Closed on Federal Holidays.
- Requirements
  Must bring proof of Veteran status
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clothing may be available
Schedule
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  8:30 am–3:00 pm
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–3:00 pm
- This Thursday
  8:30 am–3:00 pm
- 8:30 am–3:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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)
Ebenezer AME
1 review
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

0.77 mi
Info
The soup kitchen is available every Thursday EXCEPT the first Thursday of the month.
- Offerings
  Prepared Meals
Schedule
- This Thursday
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- Thu, November 20th (next week)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- November 27th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Thu, November 27th (in 2 weeks)
  11:00 am–2:00 pm
- 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
18 West Montgomery Street
Federal Hill-Montgomery, MD 21230
directions
Contact
(410) 783-0190
https://www.ebenezer-amec-baltimore.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Vincent’s Emergency Services
4 reviews
Unclaimed
10 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
  Proof of address required
  Bring ID and proof of residence
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Clients can visit: Once a month
Schedule
- Next Monday
  12:30 pm–2:00 pm
- Mon, November 24th (in 2 weeks)
  12:30 pm–2:00 pm
- Mon, December 1st (in 3 weeks)
  12:30 pm–2:00 pm
- 12:30 pm–2:00 pm
  every week on Monday
Location
120 North Front Street
Jonestown, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 962-5078
www.st.vgeorge.org
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Grocery delivery
Maryland Access Point (MAP)
5 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

Info
Register to get the food delivered to your home. Only for Baltimore city residents. Call to register and they will deliver bags of canned products, enough for family of 4 individuals.

Calls are answered by a team of Certified Information and Referral Specialists (CIRS), Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. currently not taking in new clients and asked clients to call and check in in June
Schedule
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- This Thursday
  8:30 am–4:30 pm
- 8:30 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
100 Holliday Street
Downtown, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 396-2273
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Food pantry (groceries)
Waters AME
9 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

0.74 mi
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open to all
Schedule
- Sat, November 22nd (next week)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, December 27th (next month)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- Sat, January 24th (in 2 months)
  11:00 am–1:00 pm
- 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Saturday
Location
417 Aisquith Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
directions
Contact
(410) 675-2640
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Food pantry (groceries), Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals)
Beans and Bread
7 reviews
Unclaimed
5 minutes
average wait time

1.03 mi
Info
Showers and laundary for free.
- Requirements
  ID required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Female hygiene products
  Diapers and Clothes upon availability
Schedule
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
  Breakfast
  Grab and Go Meals
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
- November 11th is Veterans Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Today
  Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  Lunch
- Food pantry (groceries): 11:00 am–1:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Soup kitchen (ready-to-eat meals): 9:00 am–10:00 am
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Food pantry (groceries): 9:00 am–11:00 am
  every week on Tuesday, Thursday
Location
402 South Bond Street
Fells Point, MD 21231
directions
Contact
(410) 732-1892
https://www.vincentbaltimore.org/what-we-do/hunger/
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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.
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 Downtown 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 Downtown that’s open today: Our Daily Bread, Veterans Affairs – Community Resource and Referral Center (CRRC), Maryland Access Point (MAP), Beans and Bread
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 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.