We know this is a challenging time for many families facing food insecurity, especially those affected by the federal government shutdown and the uncertainty in the availability of SNAP benefits. Delaware Governor Matt Meyer and Maryland Governor Wes Moore have indicated both Delaware and Maryland will temporarily continue SNAP benefits and redirect state funds to ensure families can access food assistance during the shutdown.
Below you’ll find local resources for food and other assistance in Delaware and Maryland that may be able to help regardless of whether or not you receive SNAP benefits. Please note: This information is current as of October 31, 2025, and may not reflect the latest updates or changes in availability.
Resources in Delaware:
Visit this website to find resources for families in Delaware during the 2025 government shutdown.
In Delaware, By calling 2‑1‑1, you can quickly connect with trained specialists who help you find food, housing, healthcare, and other vital community resources.
Contact the Food Bank of Delaware at 302-292-1305 in New Castle County and at 302-424-3301 in Kent and Sussex counties. You can also visit fbd.org.
Upcoming Mobile Pantries:
- November 3 at 10 a.m.
Calvary Baptist Church in Georgetown
22860 Dupont Blvd.
Georgetown, DE 19947 - November 4 at 11 a.m.
Seaford Church of the Nazarene
25667 Faith Ln.
Seaford, DE 19973 - November 4 at 10 a.m.
Hare’s Corner
26 Parkway Circle
New Castle, DE 19720 - November 6 at 11 a.m.
Brookside Community Center
900 Marrows Road
Newark, DE 19713 - November 7 at 9 a.m.
American Legion, 107 W Glenwood Avenue
Smyrna, DE 19977 - November 7 at 9 a.m.
Absolutely Flawless Women Inc.
19845 Lowes Crossing Road
Millsboro, DE 19966 - November 8 at 10 a.m.
Pleasantville Elementary School
16 Pleasant Place
New Castle, DE 19720 - November 10 at 1 p.m.
Greater Works Life Church
3155 Hourglass Road
Hartly, DE 19953 - November 12 at 11 a.m. (This event is for seniors 60 and older)
Frederica Senior Center
216 Market Street
Frederica, DE 19946 - November 12 at 12 noon (This event is for seniors 60 and older)
Mamie Warren Senior Center
1775 Wheatley’s Pond Road
Smyrna, DE 19977 - November 13 at 10 a.m.
New Castle Mobile Pantry for Veterans
3022 New Castle Avenue
New Castle, DE 19720 - November 14 at 9 a.m.
Henrietta Johnson Medical Center
601 New Castle Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19801 - November 14 at 9 a.m.
Dover Probation Office
511 Maple Parkway
Dover, DE 19904 - November 15 at 10 a.m.
Bayhealth Conference Center at Blue Hen
665 Bay Road, Unit A
Dover, DE 19901 - November 20 at 11 a.m.
Laurel Fire Department
205 W 10th Street
Laurel, DE - November 20 at 11 a.m.
3200 Philadelphia Pike
Claymont, DE 19703 - November 24 at 11 a.m.
Town of Elsmere
11 Poplar Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19805
Catholic Charities emergency food pantries are located at their Wilmington Office, Kent Office, Sussex Office, Casa San Francisco, and Seton Center. Staffed by volunteers and stocked with donated food and USDA commodities, the pantry provides 3-4 days of food for persons who are in crisis and cannot buy food.
Resources in Maryland:
Maryland Food Bank: Click here to search by zip code for available food assistance.
