The Bowie Interfaith Pantry and Emergency Aid Fund

Food Assistance

Food assistance is available to all qualifying residents of Prince George's County.  There is a short application to be filled out upon arrival. 

Required documentation:

• Current ID
• Identification for all household members
• Proof of income
• Proof of school enrollment for children attending K - 12th grade

Note:  The pantry will make necessary copies of documentation.

The director will interview all new applicants. Once approved, client households will be able to come to the pantry once or twice a month.  Households will be given one or two sets of plastic totes with pre-packed dry and canned goods.  The pantry will also provide fresh produce and other perishable items when available.

Client households will need to bring their own cloth totes or bags.



Emergency Aid Fund

Please call ahead so we can have an application ready for you to pick up. 

Emergency Aid Funds are available to all qualifying residents of the CITY OF BOWIE.  Financial assistance is meant to be a one-time help for those experiencing difficulties.  This includes rental/mortgage assistance and utilities.

Required documentation:

• Current ID
• Identification for all household members
• Proof of income
• Proof of school attendance for children attending K-12th grade
• Current utility bill
• Current bank statement
• Current lease/mortgage

Note:  The pantry will make necessary copies of documentation.

Referrals

We also provide referrals to other helping agencies in Prince George's County.  We recommend that all potential and current clients apply to the Department of Social Services for benefits.