You are not alone in Calvert County. Help is available 24/7/365 for communities throughout the county, including Prince Frederick, Dares Beach, Barstow, Bowens, Fox Hill, Woodbridge, Adelina, Port Republic, Mutual, Governor Run, Chesapeake Beach and more.
Dial 2-1-1 to find resources or search the 211 database.
Energy Assistance
If you need help paying your utility bill, you can apply for a grant from the Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP). The income-based grants are available for electric and gas bills. Get detailed information on the program and tips for filling out the application.
If you need help filling out the OHEP forms and applying for utility assistance in Calvert County, contact the Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee (SMTCCAC, Inc.) They have locations in Huntingtown to help Calvert County residents make their utility bills more affordable.
You can also contact your utility provider and ask about bill payment arrangements.
Mental Health
Do you feel sad, depressed, lonely or anxious? Mental health resources are available 24/7/365 by dialing 9-8-8 to speak to a crisis counselor.
The Calvert County Health Department also has a Mental Health Clinic that offers mental health services, including evaluations, medication management and therapy. Call the Health Department in Prince Frederick for further help: 410-535-5400 x318.
You can also search the state's most comprehensive behavioral health resource database, powered by 211. You can search for mental health and substance use providers.
Find Food in Calvert County
Calvert County has several food pantries and a community kitchen to help individuals and families in need of food. The More Tasty Blessings Community Kitchen & Resource Center provides a complimentary eat-in meal every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The locations change by the month, and you can find them here.
Seniors can also contact the Hands of God Mobile Ministry at 410-535-2275. While seniors are prioritized, all are welcome.
These are the other food pantries in Calvert County. Hours may vary, so call before going to the pantry.
Bayside Baptist Community Food Pantry
Bayside Baptist Church
3009 Chesapeake Beach Road
Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
410-257-0712
Pre-packaged food baskets for Chesapeake Beach and North Beach communities.
Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Brooks United Methodist Church Pantry
5550 Mackall Road
Saint Leonard, MD 20685
410-586-3972
Tuesday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Calvert Churches Community Food Pantry
100 Jibsail Drive
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-414-7474
Open to anyone in Calvert County north of Broomes Island Road. Get more information.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Calvert Lighthouse Food Pantry
40 Clay Hammond Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-535-5515
First Saturday of every month 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Chesapeake Cares Food Pantry
6045 Solomons Island Road
Huntingtown, MD 20639
Learn more about the food pantry.
410-257-3444
Tuesday 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First Lutheran Church
6300 Southern Maryland Blvd.
Huntingtown, MD 20639
410-257-3030
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Ladies of Charity Food Pantry
St. Anthony's Catholic Church
8823 Dayton Avenue
North Beach, MD 20714
410-286-7086
Tuesday 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
2nd Wednesday of the month 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Last Saturday of the month 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Middleham and Saint Peter's Parish Food Pantry
10210 H G Trueman Road
Lusby, MD 20657
410-326-4948
Call to be added to the list.
Mount Olive United Methodist Food Pantry
10 Fairground Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-535-5756
2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
New Life Calvert Food Pantry
9690 Shepherds Creek Place
La Plata, MD 20646
301-609-8423
Monday - Friday 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
SMILE Ecumenical Ministry Food Pantry
10290 H.G. Trueman Road
Lusby, Maryland 20657
410-326-0009
Must be a SMILE client. Learn more about registering for SMILE services.
Monday 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Solomons Mission Center Food Pantry
Solomons United Methodist Church
14454 Solomons Island Road South
Solomons, MD 20688
410-326-3278
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
St. John Vianney Inter-Faith Food Pantry
105 Vianney Lane
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
410-286-1944
Wednesday 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Get Help with other essential needs
If you need help with another essential need, you can:
- Call 2-1-1
- Search the 211 resources below for information on programs like WIC and SNAP (food stamps)
- View the listings from Our Calvert - Resources for Life, which identifies local resources like the Calvert County Diaper Bank, organizations helping with clothing and financial assistance and more.
No matter where you live, 211 is always available to help.
