Each week we distribute a pre-packed bag of food to any child across Frederick County who is in need to eat on the weekends. Frederick County Public Schools distributes food but only for the school week. These pre-packs are ordered from a national partner and are very convenient for our current purpose during this pandemic.

We have started occasionally distributing, in addition to the pre-packs, what we call Emergency Snack Packs (ESPs) to supplement more filling items on long weekends or school breaks. During the school year when school is in-person these are sent home on the chance there could be a delayed opening or school closure due to inclement weather.

If you are wanting to pack the food as well even better! While packing, we ask that volunteers please wear masks and gloves. The ESPs are quart or gallon sized bags filled with four items and placed in a box. It is really easy and fun for everyone of all ages, even little kids, to participate in. Click here to learn more! 

And if you are wanting to donate food, please refer to our Amazon wish list and the “Approved Menu Items” list below. We have had success purchasing through SAM’s Club and Costco for these items as well.

Purchased items or packed bags can be delivered to our storage office located at 1016 N. Market Street in Frederick, Maryland around the back of the building.

We are so grateful for your thoughtfulness and willingness to help feed children in Frederick. They are the greatest at risk during this pandemic and every little bit helps them.