CLIENTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO OBTAIN FOOD ASSISTANCE THROUGH THE ACTS HUNGER PREVENTION CENTER ONCE PER MONTH. FOOD IS DISTRIBUTED ON A WALK-IN BASIS during client service hours. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED.
3901 ACTS Lane, Dumfries
New Food Pantry Client Enrollment Hours
1st and 2nd Wednesdays of the month 10:00 a.m. – 12:45p.m.
3rd and 4th Tuesdays of the month: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Food Assistance Hours
Monday: 9 – 11:30 a.m. / 1 – 3 p.m.
Tuesday: 1 – 3:30 p.m. / 5 – 7 p.m.
Thursday: 9 – 11:30 a.m. / 1 – 3 p.m.
Friday: CLOSED
Food Assistance Services offered in English and Spanish.
Clients obtain food on a walk-in basis during operating hours. No appointment necessary. Client households may receive assistance once per month.
Availability permitting, each household will receive the following:
Non-clients will be provided with information about our enrollment dates, times, and requirements. Additionally, we can offer non-clients an emergency bag of food, which typically includes canned goods, rice, pasta, bread, peanut butter, and jelly.
Food Pantry Client Enrollment Hours and requirements:
1st and 2nd Wednesdays of the month 10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
3rd and 4th Tuesdays of the month: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
New clients must:
The lobby is small with limited seating. We ask that only the person completing the application come inside. Children may accompany the applicant.
On the day the application is completed new clients will receive canned goods, rice, pasta, bread, peanut butter and jelly. New clients are eligible to receive their first full order the following month.
Heads of household must present some form of ID. We will ask for additional information; however, it is not required. The extra information will enable us to determine if a household qualifies for additional food through the USDA program.
ACTS Hunger Prevention Center is a Capital Area Food Bank partner participating in USDA programs.
The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Esta institucion es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de opportunides.
ACTS Hunger Prevention Center partners with Greater DC Diaper bank to provide diapers and infant supplies to young families and caregivers.
Homebound seniors or persons with a disability that prohibits coming into our office in person for food assistance may qualify to become a home delivery client.
Call (703) 441-8606 ext 288 for enrollment details
We take donations of canned goods, refrigerated and frozen items, produce, dairy, and other non-perishable items at the Hunger Prevention Center Food Donation Center, 17958 Dr. David Cline Lane in Dumfries during these hours of operation:
Monday – Thursday: 9am – 3:30 pm.
Friday: CLOSED
We cannot accept food donations outside of the above listed days and times. Please note ACTS Hunger Prevention Center follows the Federal Government schedule of holidays and emergency closures.
Do not leave unattended food donations on the premises.
The ACTS Food Pantry aims to provide its clients with nutritious foods. To help us do so, please keep these tips in mind when selecting items to donate
• Limit foods high in fat and sugar. Consider donating foods high in fiber and low in added sugars (i.e. fruit packed in 100% juice rather than syrup, cereal with less than 6 g of sugar)
• Packaged foods are often high in sodium. Look for foods labeled “low sodium,” “reduced sodium” or “no added salt”
• Whole grains - Look for brown rice and other whole-grain products. By consuming whole-grain foods, families get more fiber and vitamins with each bite.
Canned and Dried Food Items
• Canned or dry beans
• Honey
• Canned vegetables
• Canned fruit
Perishable Items
• Yogurt
• Chicken
• Beef
• Pork
General Items
• Toothpaste
• Shampoo
• Deodorant
• Feminine Hygiene Products
• Opened food
• Repackaged food
• Dented or punctured cans
• Food in torn bags
We are always in need of donations, so gather your neighbors, colleagues, or friends together and organize a food drive!
For information on organizing a food drive, call the ACTS Hunger Prevention Center at 703-441-8606 ext. 288.
Keep an eye out for these major food drives throughout the year:
Monday through Thursday, volunteers help in our Food Pantry and Hunger Prevention Center sort donations, package items for families, pick up donations from local grocers, and make deliveries to our homebound seniors.
For more information or to apply to join our team, visit our Volunteers page.
ACTS' food assistance program provides vital support to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity, ensuring access to nutritious meals during challenging times. Through our food pantry and distribution efforts, we offer fresh produce, non-perishables, and other essentials to help bridge the gap for those in need. This program not only alleviates hunger but also promotes health and stability, giving families the strength to focus on rebuilding their lives. With the help of donors, volunteers, and community partners, we’re creating a future where no one in our community goes hungry.
We Follow USDA Non-Discrimination Statements
English: https://www.usda.gov/non-discrimination-statement
Spanish: https://www.usda.gov/es/declaraci%C3%B3n%20de%20no%20discriminaci%C3%B3n
Please donate your food goods:
Monday - Thursday 9am - 3:30pm
Food Donation Center location is 17958 Dr. David Cline Lane.
