Food Recovery is a Beautiful Thing!
We Feed People With Food and LOVE.
At Celestial Manna, we transform surplus into salvation — feeding the hungry and comforting the weary through the love of Jesus.
Because no one should be forgotten. Every life matters to Him — and to us.
Where Every Meal Tells a Story of Hope in Christ.
Celestial Manna is a Christ-centered nonprofit rescuing surplus food and delivering it to families and individuals in need. Every meal brings nourishment, love, dignity, and the hope of Jesus Christ. We also offer spiritual support, reminding the forgotten that they are deeply valued and never alone.
Founded in Maryland, Celestial Manna now serves communities in California and Nevada, with a vision to expand nationwide. Guided by faith and compassion, we transform abundance into blessings, sharing both food and the enduring hope of Christ.
Virtual Food Drive
Even if you can’t shop for food, you can still sow seeds of hope. Every dollar you donate multiplies into meals that nourish hungry families and share the love of Christ. Together, we can feed bodies and uplift hearts.
GuideStar
Recognition
Our GuideStar recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to transparency, providing current and accurate information to donors, partners, and supporters who believe in our mission.
Donate
Give Today, Change a Life
When you give, you do more than provide food — you share love, hope, and the light of Christ with those who are struggling. Donate easily through your bank account, credit/debit card, or PayPal. Together, we can bring nourishment and new beginnings to families in need.
Volunteer
Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger
Make a lasting impact by volunteering with our food bank. Your time and compassion can help feed families and share the love of Christ with those in need. Click below to discover how you can get involved today.
Ongoing Monthly Support
20,000+
Each month, Celestial Manna provides vital food assistance to more than 20,000 people across Metro DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Las Vegas, Nevada, Monterey, California, and beyond — bringing nourishment, hope, and the love of Christ to communities in need.
Our Food RUN is
Daily Recovery and Pick-up
Pick Up From Stores and Partners
Our dedicated volunteers visit partner stores and suppliers to collect surplus food, ensuring that every donation is handled with care and purpose to serve those in need.
Distribution Among Organizations
After careful classification, the food is delivered to trusted organizations — including churches, schools, and community centers — to reach individuals and families who need it most
Selection & Classification
Once the food is collected, our volunteers carefully sort and classify each item to ensure quality and proper distribution to families in need.
Sharing Hope Within the Community
Through our partner organizations, food is lovingly delivered to families and individuals in need, bringing not just nourishment, but a reminder of God’s provision and unwavering love.
Celestial Manna Donates Over 6 million pounds of Food Each Year
Institutions We Support
We recognize the immense effort required to help those in need, so we partner with like-minded organizations to advance our mission. For more than 35 years, Celestial Manna has been instrumental in supplying food to battered women’s shelters, hospice centers, homeless shelters, veterans’ residences, food banks, churches, and many other vital community services.
THE MANY WAYS WE HELP
We equip individuals and families in need with essential food and household supplies—everything from non-perishable groceries and clothing to cookware and children’s toys—so no home goes without the basics. Recognizing that reliable transportation is often a hurdle to employment, we also accept and award donated vehicles to those who need them most.
Our work is made possible by the generosity of donors who believe in our mission and partner with us to transform lives.
Food Assistance
We provide fresh, nutritious food every day at multiple community distribution sites, ensuring families and individuals have reliable access to healthy meals.
Prayer Outreach
We stand with you in faith, offering confidential prayer support for every need and circumstance. Submit your request and our dedicated intercession team will pray earnestly for God’s comfort, healing, and guidance.
Celestial Manna earned a Platinum Seal of Transparency
Celestial Manna’s Platinum Seal of Transparency—GuideStar’s highest honor—recognizes our unwavering commitment to accountability, open communication, and comprehensive impact reporting.
This designation assures donors and partners that every resource we receive is managed with integrity and maximum effectiveness.
Get Involved
Become a Food Donor Partner
Help us end needless food waste by donating your surplus—whether you’re a grocery store, caterer, restaurant, farm, market or manufacturer—and we’ll redistribute it to families in need.
Volunteer
If you have a heart for service and want to make a tangible difference, we’d love your help! From sorting donations to distributing meals, your time and energy are invaluable.
Ready to Get Started?
We’d love to hear from you—contact us today to discover how you can partner with Celestial Manna and transform lives together.
Interested in getting involved or supporting our organization in any of these areas? We’d love to hear from you.
Testimonials
Hear from individuals and families whose lives have been transformed by Celestial Manna’s support. Their stories of renewed hope, strengthened faith, and community impact bring our mission to life.
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My family and I feel so blessed
My family and I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to receive food from Celestial Manna. I am thankful to also serve at BridgeFeeds to distribute fresh produce and groceries. Being surrounded by brothers and sisters who love people as God loves us gives me joy. We pray together and strengthen our walk with Christ. Thank you, Celestial Manna and BridgeFeeds, for being God’s hands and feet for our community and for me.
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Thank God for Celestial Manna
Thank God for Celestial Manna and the wonderful blessing that they are to my family and those who live in my household. They have supplemented our household’s food needs faithfully every week. Because of their outreach to our community my family has been truly blessed. We have never faced hunger and enjoyed many meals from the fruits of your labor.During these challenging times in our community the work of Celestial Manna is having a great positive impact in our community. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
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The word hero is often thrown around
The word hero is often thrown around, but I know some real and true heroes. They have been giving unselfishly for decades... without salaries! Quietly volunteering to help desperate families and needy individuals, day after day, year after year.
I am an immigrant and now a thankful citizen of this great country. I have been through crises and great need over the years. The Celestial Manna Ministry has come to my and my children’s rescue for over 19 years. Without them, I would not have made it.
I’m so thankful for God’s blessings through Celestial Manna. Words cannot fully describe my gratitude for the selfless love and sacrifice of this organization and the caring volunteers. They are life savers!
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The weather was not typical May weather
The weather was not typical May weather, but these are certainly uncertain times. Our volunteers continue in the cold, windy May weather, collecting and distributing much needed food to the Baltimore City community (see photo above). We will continue to serve Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Frederick, Washington D.C., and York & Adams County, PA. for as long as donations are available. The need is great and getting greater. Thank you Celestial Manna for your support and guidance.
15 Consecutive Years Giving Away Happiness & Hope To The Community
At Celestial Manna, we work year-round to meet immediate needs by gathering non-perishable food, clothing, shoes, household items, furniture, toys and books—storing them until they’re ready to serve our neighbors.
Each holiday season, we pour months of planning into a large-scale, one-day giveaway in a different community in need. Everyone is welcome to come and select exactly what they require—completely free of charge—and, on average, over 1,700 individuals receive vital support and encouragement in just one day.
"Every meal we share is a gift of love, hope, and faith.
Thanks to our volunteers, partners, and generous donors, we're bringing nourishment and the light of Christ to families in need. Together, we are making a difference — one life, one meal, one prayer at a time."
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