At Reid Temple AME Church, we are dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of those in our community and are actively working to provide support where it’s needed. If you have been affected by the current government shutdown, we have compiled a list of resources to assist you. Additionally, on the third Saturday of each month, Reid Temple AME Church partners with Capital Area Food Bank to distribute fresh groceries from 10AM to 12PM. We encourage you to arrive early, as supplies are available while they last.
Government Resources and Updates:
Additional Community Resources:
- Office of People’s Counsel – A public law office representing residents of Maryland and Washington, D.C., that can assist with utility interruption issues.
- Furlough Resources
- Capital Area Food Bank - To support federal employees and contractors affected by the government shutdown, the food bank is holding additional food distributions at locations throughout its partner network. These new food distributions will offer boxes of shelf-stable pantry items and fresh produce for the duration of the shutdown.
- Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services (LARS) – Provides food and financial assistance to low-income and homeless individuals and families in northern Prince George’s County, including Laurel, Greenbelt, Beltsville, Berwyn Heights, Adelphi, Bladensburg, Hyattsville, and Riverdale.
- Requirements: Name, email address, phone number, and ID.
- Hours:
- Pantry open Monday – Thursday, 9:00AM to 2PM.
- Evening hours Monday, 5:00PM to 7:30PM
- Fresh Produce Fridays begin at 9:30AM (until supplies last).
Our Commitment:
To increase and grow our ministry for the spiritual, social, and physical development of all people. We will continue to identify and provide additional resources and support for furloughed workers and their families.