Shepherd’s Crook
For more than 25 years, the church and the food pantry volunteers have been dedicated to alleviating food insecurity and providing assistance to individuals and families in need.
In October 2015 our Shepherd’s Crook Food Pantry became a more ecumenical ministry through the combined efforts of the local Episcopal, Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian and Lutheran churches. A team of daily team leads comprised of SPBTS members, along with the Rector, oversees the operations of the “Crook,” but those from other churches participate in the day-to-day operations.
The Crook is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 am to Noon. Please use the DeWees Hall Handicap Door located on the north side of the building, at the top of the driveway. There is signage on the door.
As summer arrives in Ocean City, so does a wave of increased need.
Each year, our community welcomes thousands of seasonal workers who help keep our town running during its busiest months. But with the rising cost of groceries and housing, many of them, along with our local residents, find themselves struggling to afford basic meals.
Located in the heart of downtown Ocean City, Shepherd’s Crook Food Pantry is proud to serve as Ocean City’s main food pantry. We are committed to ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. We serve both hot meals and pantry items four days a week, and during the summer, the number of people we serve more than doubles. Right now, that number continues to grow every single day, recently reaching 150 served per day.
We are reaching out to you—our neighbors, business owners, and visitors—to ask for your support. Whether you’re a year-round resident or just love Ocean City in the summertime, your donation can make a real difference.
Your gift will help us:
- Provide nutritious meals to families, workers, seniors, and children
- Keep our pantry shelves stocked with essential items
- Meet the rising demand during the busiest—and most critical—time of year
Please consider making a donation today. Every dollar brings hope to someone in need. Every bag of groceries you help provide is a reminder that Ocean City is a community that cares.
Donations can be mailed to the address above or made online at www.stpaulsbythesea.org. If you’d like to contribute food items or volunteer, we would love to hear from you.
Thank you for being a part of our mission to feed and uplift our community.
How You Can Help:
- Make a Monetary Donation: Financial contributions allow us to purchase perishable items. Donations can be made online via our website or by contacting us directly.
- Organize a Food Drive: We encourage businesses, schools, and community groups to host their own food drives and contribute the collected items to Shepherd’s Crook.
- Amazon Shopping List: Click the link to our shopping list and items will be delivered directly to the food pantry to stock our shelves: https://a.co/6l2RF1I
- Volunteer: We serve a meal four days a week. Extra volunteers are needed for cooking and serving these meals. Your time and energy make a significant difference in our ability to serve the community.
For More Information:
Contact Jody Farley at (410) 289-3453 or [email protected].
