10/30/2025
Living in close proximity to DC means having many neighbors missing paychecks due to the government shutdown, while others are facing the suspension of their SNAP benefits. Sharing this so those who need the information have it and so those who can help know how to. Community is at the heart of this page! Let’s show up for each other. 💕
🥫 Community Resource Update: Food Assistance in Calvert County
If you or someone you know is affected by any changes to SNAP benefits or by federal workforce disruptions, Calvert County food pantries are here to help.
Local organizations provide free groceries, meals and support to individuals and families throughout the community.
💛 Find food assistance near you:
Visit OurCalvert.org/Food-Assistance for a full list of local food pantries and meal programs, including:
SMILE Ecumenical Ministries (Lusby) – Weekly grocery support. https://smileinc.org/food-pantry/
Ladies of Charity (North Beach) – Fresh produce and holiday meal assistance. ladiesofcharitycalvertcounty.org
End Hunger / Community Harvest Network (Huntingtown) – Regional food distribution and pantry network. communityharvestnetwork.org
Calvert Churches Community Food Pantry (Prince Frederick) – USDA-supported food assistance. cccfp.org
Bayside Baptist Church (Chesapeake Beach) – Prepackaged food baskets weekly. https://www.baysidebaptist.com/community-food-pantry
Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry (Huntingtown) – Evening and morning pantry hours. https://chesapeakechurch.org/food-pantry/
St. John Vianney Interfaith Pantry (Prince Frederick) – Weekly and Saturday openings. sjvchurch.net
Solomons Mission Center – Walk-in pantry, no proof of need required. solomonsmissioncenter.org
📍 Additional pantries: Brooks UMC, Mount Olive UMC, Middleham & St. Peter’s, New Life and more.
If you are in need of emergency food or wish to volunteer, visit OurCalvert.org or https://ourcalvert.org/3843/Food-Assistance for current schedules, hours and contact information.
If you are looking to offer assistance to local families, please reach out to a pantry near you to donate or volunteer. Together, we can make a difference.
