Food Recovery is a Beautiful Thing!

We Feed People With Food and LOVE.

RECOVER MORE,
WASTE NOT!

Celestial Manna is a nonprofit like no other. We know that economic hardship affects people's lives in every area. That's why we recover food, clothing, furniture and household goods to support those who are in dire need.

We are based in Maryland, extending our reach to communities across the nation. We’ve also implemented donation programs overseas, reaching countries in Africa, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.

Canned food donation to food bank

Virtual Food Drive

Don’t have time to buy canned goods? We turn every dollar donated into multiple meals. Help us feed more hungry people.

GuideStar

This recognition shows our commitment to transparency by providing up-to-date information to potential donors and funders.

Donate

Donate to our food bank

You can donate to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit using your bank account, credit/debit card or PayPal account. Your donation will help us provide additional resources to those in need.

Volunteer

Get involved today by becoming a volunteer. Click the link to learn more about our open opportunities.

We provide Monthly Support for

20,000+

people in Metro DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Las Vegas, Nevada, Monterey, California and beyond.

OUR FOOD RUN IS DAILY RECOVERY AND PICK-UP

Pick Up From Stores and Partners

Volunteers arrive at the stores for food collection.

Food bank volunteers pick up donation

Distribution Among Organizations

Once classified, the food is taken to organizations such as churches, schools, etc.

Delivery to food bank partner

Selection & Classification

After collecting the food, the food classification is done.

Food bank volunteer sorts food donation

Distribution Within the Community

Organizations are responsible for distributing food to needy families and individuals.

People receive food at distribution center

CELESTIAL MANNA DONATES OVER 6 MILLION POUNDS OF FOOD EACH YEAR

Institutions We Support

We believe the labor of helping those in need is huge. Therefore, we like to partner with other organizations to carry out our mission. For over 35 years, Celestial Manna has played a key role in providing food to battered women’s shelters, hospice centers, homeless shelters, veterans shelters, food banks, and churches, among many others.

THE MANY WAYS WE HELP

We provide individuals and families who are in need with necessary food and household essentials. Too often we come across families living in empty apartments, people that need clothing, household goods, pots and pans to cook, and even toys for their children. In some cases, we find people that need vehicles for transportation to go to work. We accept used unwanted cars and award them to needy individuals.

Celestial Manna is able to assist those in need thanks to donors that contact us because they believe in what we do.

Food Assistance

Fresh food is available daily at various distribution sites

Fresh food is rescued and distributed by food bank

Car Program

Do you have a car you no longer use? DONATE IT TO US! This is how we might use it: Give it to a person/family in need, use it for our operations, sell it and use the resources for operational expenses.

Donate used cars to our charity

Prayer Outreach

Allow us to join you in prayer

Prayer request

Household Items

We accept clothing for men, women and children in new or gently used condition. Note: This service may not be available at all locations.

Our nonprofit organization accepts household items

Celestial Manna earned a Platinum Seal of Transparency

Get Involved

BECOME A FOOD DONOR PARTNER

Let's work together to end needless food waste. Instead of throwing away your excess food, donate it to us and we will redistribute it to those in need. Celestial Manna partners with grocery stores, caterers, restaurants, farms, farmer’s markets, and manufacturers.

SUPPORT US FINANCIALLY

Your financial support helps fund our administrative and operational expenses. Support our programs with a one-time gift or a monthly donation.

VOLUNTEER

If you have compassion for helping others and are willing to go the extra mile in the pursuit of satisfaction, you are like us. Become one of us! The need is growing daily.

DONATE OTHER ITEMS

Please contact us to learn more about the types of donations we can accept.

Interested in getting involved or supporting our organization in any of these areas? We’d love to hear from you.

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Testimonials

15 Consecutive Years Giving Away Happiness & Hope To The Community

Throughout the year, we are continually helping people by meeting their needs with whatever we have on hand. At the same time, we collect and save all sorts of non-perishable food, clothing, shoes, household items, furniture, toys, and books.

These donations are given away en masse in an annual one-day event. We spend months preparing and coordinating this major event. All with the purpose of serving the community and bringing solace and resources during the holidays. Each year, we select a different community in need, and we bring the event to their neighborhood.

The entire community is invited to come and to select the items they need, free of charge. On average, we cater to over 1,700 people during this one-day event.