Resources

🫡 For free food in Prince George's County, MD, use the County's Department of Social Services pantries (no registration needed, walk-ins welcome) or find local pantries via the Food Equity Council (FEC) website, which lists pantries like Bowie Interfaith Pantry & Mission of Love Charities, offering groceries and sometimes hot meals for residents. You can also get info on SNAP, WIC, and senior meals through 211 Maryland or by calling the PGCDSS at 301-909-6343. Or visit Prince George’s County Department of Social Services (PGCDSS) at https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/social-services/about-dss 👈

County-Run & Major Resources 

• Prince George’s County DSS Pantries: Permanent pantries at DSS service centers offer free food (fresh produce, shelf-stable) to all residents, no registration required, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Food Equity Council (FEC): Acts as a clearinghouse; check their site for a list of over 30 local pantries.
• Capital Area Food Bank: Offers a Hunger Lifeline and search tool by zip code.
• 211 Maryland: Connects you to various food programs like WIC and Meals on Wheels for seniors. 

• Bowie Interfaith Pantry: For qualifying PG County residents, open M/W/F mornings.
• Mission of Love Charities: Offers food to residents and the region at their Capitol Heights location.
• Meals on Wheels: Delivers hot meals to homebound seniors.
• Food & Friends: Provides meals/groceries for those with life-challenging illnesses. 

• SNAP (Food Stamps): Apply online at MarylandBenefits.gov or through your local DSS.
• WIC (Women, Infants, Children): Nutritional support for pregnant women, new mothers, and young kids. 

• Visit the Prince George's County Food Equity Council website.
• Call the PGCDSS at (301) 909-6343 for local assistance.
• Dial 211 for general help and referrals. 

🙉 Food Pantry Services 

Food Pantry Services expand access to nutritious food for households experiencing food insecurity. Through on-site pantries and distribution partnerships, residents can receive fresh produce, shelf-stable items, and essential groceries. These services help reduce household hardship, support overall well-being, and contribute to housing stability by relieving the financial strain of food costs. 

📲 For more information and updates visit https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/food-pantry-services

⏰️ The following district offices will now have permanent food pantries to further serve Prince Georgians, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.: 

North County — New! 

• 6505 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782 

Central County 

• 425 Brightseat Road, Landover, MD 20785 

South County — New! 

• 4235 28th Avenue, Temple Hills, MD 20748

Prince George’s County Community Food Programs 

Food Assistance Provider Listings

Last updated January 1st 2026. All new information will be updated by Febuary 1st 2026. Please complete the form to share the most up-to-date information.

Need help? Search free and reduced cost services like medical, food, housing and more in your area.

🚨 CLICK HERE at https://pgcfec.org/resources/find-food-food-pantry-listings/ 👈

🍞🍎🍌🍓 Prince George’s County Maryland and surrounding areas Food Pantry list resources at 

https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/sites/default/files/Food-Pantry-Resources.pdf

https://joannecbenson.com/flyer/FoodPantriesInPrinceGeorges.pdf

https://metrosda.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/PG-County-Food-Sites.pdf