As followers of Jesus, we’re called to care for one another—especially when times are tough. With government shutdowns, SNAP benefit reductions, and rising grocery costs, many of our neighbors are struggling to provide for their families.
If you or someone you know needs support, help is here. See cumc.net/cccc for additional information on these programs:
- The Baby Pantry at Community UMC – Diapers, wipes, and other essentials for our littlest neighbors. Open by appointment. Call 410-721-9129.
- The Food Pantry at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Crofton, Maryland. Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10–12:30 p.m.
- Financial Assistance for rent, utilities, and prescriptions through the Crofton Christian Caring Council
- *Coming Soon* Stirring Up Hope – Shelf-stable meal kits
For those wanting to assist:
- Monetary Donations –
- Gifts to the Crofton Christian Caring Council support the Baby Pantry, food pantry, and financial assistance programs: cumc.net/givecccc
- Give to Stirring Up Hope, our pop-up meal kit initiative, at cumc.net/stir
- Give to Backpack Meals, which supports nearly 100 students in Crofton. Learn more and donate.
- Donations of Goods
- Baby Pantry: new, unopened diapers and wipes can be dropped off at Community United Methodist Church. Contact Art McQuade for a list of specific needs
- Food Pantry: nonperishable items, particularly hearty soups, canned chicken and tuna, cereals
- Backpack Meals: granola bars, mac and cheese cups, individually packaged snacks (goldfish, sandwich crackers, pretzels, trail mix). Click here to purchase items off our Amazon Wish List.
Together, let’s be the hands and heart of Christ—nourishing our neighbors with hope, kindness, and love. 
