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 NRC District.

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 NRC District 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 NRC District 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 NRC District that’s open today: <a href="/directory/resources/cle82eoyg024a0d0286tozrbn">Bethesda Help</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/cle82etz502ff0d02rnrlc4je">Interfaith Works Food Pantry</a>, <a href="/directory/resources/clpkda9pw0afkzua9purgrmrq">Rockville HELP</a>

Where are you located?

Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in NRC District 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.

Free Food in NRC District - Lemontree Directory

Find Free Food In NRC DistrictLemontree makes it easy to find the best food pantries near you. Browse our directory, or sign up for personalized assistance & helpful tools. Our team of specialists can answer any question!

Food pantry (groceries)
So What Else Food Rescue Bank
21 reviews
Claimed
24 minutes
average wait time

0.53 mi
Info
Also have three new Gaithersburg Food Support Distribution Centers:

Wednesday, 10 a.m. @ Lakeforest Mall Commuter Lot (9670 Lost Knife Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877)

Thursdays, 10 a.m. @ Pathways Church (200 W Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877)
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:00 am
  Outdoor distribution
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am
  Non-perishable food only
  Diapers upon availability
  Clothing may be available
- 10:00 am
  every week on Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday
- 8:00 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
4924 Wyaconda Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
directions
Contact
(240) 705-4345
www.sowhatelse.org
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Food pantry (groceries)
St. Jude Catholic Church
29 reviews
Unclaimed
30 minutes
average wait time

1.46 mi
Info
Recommended to go on their Facebook for any updates at: www.facebook.com/StStephenfoodpantry
- Requirements
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Tomorrow
  8:15 am
- Sat, November 30th (next week)
  8:15 am
- Sat, December 7th (in 2 weeks)
  8:15 am
- 8:15 am
  every week on Saturday
Location
12701 Veirs Mill Road
Rockville, MD 20853
directions
Contact
(301) 642-3378
https://shrinestjude.org/st-stephens-food-pantry
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Food pantry (groceries)
First Baptist Church Ken-Gar
8 reviews
Unclaimed
17 minutes
average wait time

1.83 mi
- Requirements
  Registration required on site
  First come, first serve: open until food runs out
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
- Info
  Open on holidays
Schedule
- Wed, December 11th (in 3 weeks)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Sat, December 21st (in 4 weeks)
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Wed, January 8th (in 2 months)
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every month on the 2nd Wednesday
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
3922 Hampden St
Kensington, MD 20895
directions
Contact
(917) 364-1681
http://www.fbcofkengar.org/
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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 NRC District.
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!
Grocery delivery
Bethesda Help
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
Schedule
- Today
  Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Monday
  Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Grocery delivery: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Location
10100 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
directions
Contact
(301) 365-2022
https://www.bethesdahelp.org/need-help/food-assistance
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Food pantry (groceries)
Interfaith Works Food Pantry
17 reviews
Unclaimed
8 minutes
average wait time

2.55 mi
Info
The program serves families residing in the following zip codes: 20850, 20851, 20852, 20853, 20854, and 20855. They require some type of identification, proof of Montgomery County Residency, and proof of low income status.

They are accessible by public transportation using the 45 ride-on bus. The closest station is Twinbrook Station.

If you need assistance, please contact us at hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org or call (301) 905-6123
- Requirements
  Bring ID and proof of residence
  Appointments required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
  Client choice pantry
  Clients can visit: Once a month
  Diapers upon availability
Schedule
- Today
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
- Tomorrow
  9:00 am–1:30 pm
- Next Tuesday
  9:00 am–4:30 pm
- 9:00 am–4:30 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- 9:00 am–1:30 pm
  every week on Saturday
Location
751 Twinbrook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20851
directions
Contact
(301) 905-6123
https://www.iworksmc.org/iwnews/little-food-pantry-at-iw-clothing-center?rq=food
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Grocery delivery
Rockville HELP
0 reviews
Unclaimed
no ratings yet

Info
Clients should call 301-564-0800 and leave a message. Our Officer of the Day will call them back. They should make sure they unblock unknown numbers and monitor their calls - our volunteers use their own phones, so the call back might come from a private or out-of-area number.

If a client does not have a reliable phone or is not able to take phone calls, they can email us here (rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com), but the response time is likely to be longer because we don't have people continuously monitoring the email as we do with the phone line.
- Requirements
  Contact in advance for services
Schedule
- Open now!
  7:00 pm–7:00 am
- Open now!
  7:00 pm–7:00 am
- Tomorrow
  7:00 pm–7:00 am
- All Day
  every day
Location
P.O. Box 1624
Rockville, MD 20849
directions
Contact
(301) 564-0800
https://www.rockvillehelp.org/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Mid County United Ministries (MUM)
10 reviews
Unclaimed
18 minutes
average wait time

3.09 mi
Info
They only serve the following zipcodes: 20902, 20906, 20901, 20910, 20912, 20783, 20853, 20895, 20896
- Requirements
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  ID must show you reside in this county.
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- Next Tuesday
  1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- Next Wednesday
  10:00 am–12:00 pm
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday
Location
11002 Veirs Mill Road
Suite 710
Wheaton, MD 20902
directions
Contact
(301) 929-8675
https://mumhelp.org/mum-programs/food-assistance-pantry/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Glenmont United Methodist Church (GLEN)
36 reviews
Unclaimed
15 minutes
average wait time

3 mi
Info
Please call Manna’s main office during regular business hours at (301) 424-1130. We need to receive your call by 12:00 pm the day before you would like to receive food so we can have your order ready. Location is outside: Look for our truck in the parking lot

When you come to pick up food, you need a photo ID with your current Montgomery County address, or provide a document that proves you currently reside in the county.
- Requirements
  Proof of address required
  Call in advance for services
  Appointments required
  A photo ID is required
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- November 28th is Thanksgiving Day
  The resource may be closed, please call ahead.
  Next Thursday
  2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  3:00 pm–6:00 pm
- 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  every week on Tuesday
- 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  every week on Thursday
Location
12901 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20906
directions
Contact
(301) 424-1130
https://www.mannafood.org/about/contact-manna/manna-food-distribution-sites/
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Food pantry (groceries)
Chrisma Charities
6 reviews
Unclaimed
20 minutes
average wait time

3.07 mi
- Requirements
  Customers must sign a TEFAP form
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Sat, December 21st (in 4 weeks)
  8:00 am
  Drive-Thru Only
- Sat, January 18th (in 2 months)
  8:00 am
  Drive-Thru Only
- Sat, February 15th (in 3 months)
  8:00 am
  Drive-Thru Only
- 8:00 am
  every month on the 3rd Saturday
Location
12805 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20906
directions
Contact
(202) 427-2816
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Food pantry (groceries)
Hughes Baptist Church
14 reviews
Unclaimed
27 minutes
average wait time

3.39 mi
Info
diaper distributions Monthly by Appointment only Please request an appointment by calling the hub office on Monday, Wednesday - Friday at: (301) 949-8383 We are close on January 2-5 for inventory. No food distribution on Tuesday 2.
- Requirements
  ID required
  Must bring own bags/cart
- Offerings
  Free Groceries
Schedule
- Next Tuesday
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 3rd (in 2 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- Tue, December 17th (in 4 weeks)
  9:30 am–12:00 pm
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 1st Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 3rd Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 4th Tuesday
- 9:30 am–12:00 pm
  every month on the 5th Tuesday
Location
10700 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
directions
Contact
(512) 806-4667
https://www.hughesumc.org/events
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Do I need an appointment?
Every location is different! Some places in NRC District 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 NRC District 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 NRC District that’s open today: Bethesda Help, Interfaith Works Food Pantry, Rockville HELP
Where are you located?
Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in NRC District for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.