Shepherd’s Table has never missed a single day of meal service in its 40-year history, serving well over two million meals to neighbors experiencing food insecurity, homelessness, and poverty. Anyone who enters its doors finds a comfortable place to eat. Hot, nutritious meals are created by in-house chefs using fresh ingredients from the urban garden. A team of staff and volunteers distributes hygiene supplies, toiletries, and clothing from the resource center. Vision exams and haircuts are available onsite while those in need of additional services (medical treatment/legal assistance) receive support to connect to resources. Clients build community in art groups and yoga classes, develop their leadership skills as policy advocates, and participate in culinary training to gain employment in the food service industry. At Shepherd’s Table, all are welcome and nourished.

Headquarters: MD-Montgomery County

Where They Operate: MD-Montgomery County; Silver Spring, MD

Age Groups Served: Adult (25-49); Seniors (50+)

Population(s) Served: All


  • Number of people (clients, meal guests) we serve annually:   2,400
  • Number of eye exams provided annually:   245
  • Number of hours of volunteer work we record annually:   18,500
  • Number of meals served annually:   54,000+
  • Number of clothes closet shopping instances annually:   7,600+

Awards & Recognition

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Budget (FY2023)

  • $3 million or higher
  • The current budget for Shepherd's Table is: $1 million to $3 million
  • $500k to $1 million
  • Less than $500k

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