Food Resources

STATEWIDE AND NATIONAL FOOD RESOURCES

MD 211 Guide to Food Assistance Resources

Highlights: Central warehouse in Baltimore for distribution to central Maryland, Western Maryland, and the Eastern Shore.

Address: 2200 Halethorpe Farms Rd, Baltimore, MD 21227

Phone: (410) 737-8282

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Note: This facility primarily distributes food to partner organizations, not directly to individuals.

Comprehensive list of Maryland Food Banks and Meal Distribution Sites (PDF)

These locations are prepared to offer support to individuals and families who may be experiencing financial strain during this uncertain time. We encourage you to share this information widely within your networks, congregations, and community circles so that no one who needs help goes without it.

Feeding America

Find local Feeding America member food banks, pantries, and mobile programs using ZIP code search

https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

BALTIMORE CITY FOOD RESOURCES.

Baltimore City Food Distribution Event

Nov 22 from 10am to 12pm EST

Get tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/baltimore-city-food-distribution-event-tickets-1916104513179?aff=erelexpmlt

By Centro de Apoyo Familiar

1214 W Saratoga St.

Baltimore Community Fridge Network

So What Else Food Giveways

https://sowhatelse.org/food-rescue-bank/baltimore-food-giveaways/

Plantation Park Heights Urban Farm

https://plantationparkheights.org/pphufevents/weekly-produce-giveaway

Weekly Produce Boxes
Thursday, October 3, 201912:00 PM - Thursday, December 31, 20262:00 PM
Every Thursday from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Plantation Park Heights Urban Farm is delighted to offer free, fresh produce to our community. Come by the farm to pick up a selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables, grown right here in the heart of Park Heights! This weekly initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to increasing access to healthy food and fostering a stronger, healthier neighborhood. All are welcome – no registration required. Join us each Thursday and taste the goodness of local, urban-grown bounty!

Limited to ONE produce box/bag per person.

3811 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore MD 21215

Feeding Baltimore Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/860488074312858

The Door Food Pantry – Food Distribution Center

https://www.thedoorinc.org/

Highlights: Offers food distribution to residents through scheduled hours.

Address: 219 N Chester St, Baltimore, MD 21231

Phone: (410) 675-3288

Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Food Rescue Baltimore

https://www.foodrescuebaltimore.org/

Highlights: Provides fresh, nutritious food at multiple local locations including East Baltimore Medical Center, Yo! Baltimore West, Land of Kush, Church of the Guardian Angel, and more

Leading By Feeding Food Bank

https://www.leadingbyfeeding.org/

Highlights: Mobile food bank distributing fresh produce and essential items across Baltimore neighborhoods, reaching those who may lack regular access to nutritious food

Moveable Feast

https://www.mfeast.org/

Delivers healthy meals directly to homes and community programs.

Loaves and Fishes at Epiphany Lutheran Church – Offers non-perishable food, produce, meat, and fish.

GEDCO – North East Food Pantry

https://gedco.org/

Open Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM; Saturday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Donald Bentley Food Pantry – Serves zip codes 21202 and 21218.

https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Donald-Bentley-Food-Pantry-Inc-100067623525115/

Mount Zion Food Pantry – Provides meals on the 2nd Saturday of each month.

https://www.mountzionchurch.com/

Corpus Christi Church Food Pantry – Monday, 9:15 – 10:30 AM; also offers free lunch.

https://www.baltimorepc.org/v2/main/listing.php?listing_id=477

Additional Sites: Hampden Food Pantry, Baltimore Dream Center, Franciscan Center, Good Shepherd Baptist Church Pantry, and multiple church-based pantries; many operate on specific weekdays and provide a mix of groceries, produce, and emergency meal support.

BALTIMORE COUNTY FOOD RESOURCES

November 2025 SNAP Benefit FAQ:

https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/county-executive/news/november-2025-snap-benefit-faq

Additional resources:

Baltimore County Food Pantry Locator: https://bc-gis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/nearby/index.html?appid=2ec6ceb1732844bbb00a40ec1a0b733f
Baltimore County Food and Financial Assistance Programs: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/social-services/food-financial-assistance
Baltimore County Health Department’s No Wrong Door Resource (not limited to food, but points people to the right contact for a whole host of health-related concerns): https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/files/departments/health/documents/nwdresourceguide.pdf

Tips for Access

Many food pantries require proof of address or identification; some operate by appointment only or on specific distribution days.