We are open every day, even on Sundays!

Read this recent update by our Director:  https://baytobaynews.com/stories/martin-shepherds-office-on-mission-to-address-hunger,213562

By the way, our Free Meals Times are:

Mon    FREE DINNER   4 PM to 5:30 PM

Tue     FREE DINNER   4 PM to 5:30 PM

Wed    FREE DINNER   4 PM to 5:30 PM

Thurs  FREE DINNER   4 PM to 5:30 PM

Fri       FREE DINNER   4 PM to 5:30 PM

Sun     FREE LUNCH    1 PM to 3 PM

( FREE CLOTHING everyday – 10 AM to 3 PM

As weather permits and as our supplies last)

 

Also Mondays to Saturdays – 6 days a week

8:30 to 9 AM – Morning Prayers/Praises

Mondays to Fridays – 5 days a week

6 to 7 30 PM - Bible Studies
Sundays - Sunday Church Service at noon.  

 

Every day, even on weekends and holidays, we serve the homeless, hungry or lonely in Georgetown.  We serve all ages, adults, children, and families. We are seeing many employed "car dwellers" and employed "motel moms" who are not "roofless" but they are "homeless" because they have no permanent place to live yet. 

We are giving out 200 to 300 Free Healthy Homemade Meals at 4 PM every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  We also were approved as a Food Insecurity Partner with the Food Bank of Delaware.  We also have a very busy food pantry inside our building.  We also have an outdoor food pantry that is open 24/7/365.  To follow us daily, just sign in to see us at:  www.facebook.com/helpinghomeless

As a Partner to the Food Bank, we count all our hot meals that we give out each day.  In 2024 we gave out just over 65,000 free homemade healthy meals. We also give out 200 to 300 Brown Bags filled with healthy snacks, baby wipes and water every day.  In 2025, we are on pace of giving out over 100,000 free meals.  We also give out Free Family Food Boxes upon request.

 Our mission is to provide homemade, healthy, hot meals to anyone in need in the Georgetown area. Another major goal that we have is for members of our local community to never have to throw away good healthy food!!  Everyday,  we accept food donations from local supermarkets, restaurants, businesses, farms, local events, any and all leftovers from Meals on Wheels.  Our 3 large tables outside on our front porch are always available to receive deliveries of food items and is available to people in need 24/7/365. Our "no questions asked", outdoor food pantry on  front porch acts as a direct link for those in need, providing immediate access to healthy nourishment without barriers 24 hours a day. (as our supplies last)  You can drive by at any time day or night, and see food donations available to people in need.  We think that our well-placed 24 hour, "no questions asked" outdoor food pantry can transform the lives of those struggling with hunger, ensuring that no one has to wait long to satisfy their basic needs.  Our goal is to foster a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.  -Jim Martin, Shepherd's Office 302-858-8556

Please help us  "Do More" in 2025 for the homeless, hungry or lonely in Sussex County.  In 2024, we gave out over 65,000 Free Hot, Healthy, Home-Made Meals from our front porch at 408 N. Bedford Street in Georgetown DE.  In 2025, we are on pace to give out over 100,000 Free Meals.

Thanks for all your help last year!  We are hopeful for another great contest in 2025!  Here are two links to news stories highlighting our recent First Place win in last year's 2024 "Do More 24 Delaware" 24 hour Contest held on March 7th and 8th!!  Out of over 500 non-profits participating in Delaware, the Shepherd's Office in Georgetown was the non-profit that attracted the most  donors and also earned the most dollars in Delaware's Biggest Giving Day.  Here are two recent articles about our statewide win in the Do More 24 Delaware Contest!! 

https://delawarebusinesstimes.com/news/do-more-24-campaign-breaks-donor-records/?fbclid=IwAR0dBX2W3GVz5P2aSySQkVhKv4d5sbQZj6dEjN_xvRjE4mpRXnwHukTaIdg

https://uwde.org/2024/03/the-shepherds-office-do-more-24-fundraising-leader/

Here are some recent articles about our program.

https://baytobaynews.com/stories/martin-shepherds-office-on-mission-to-address-hunger,213562

The Shepherd’s Office - serving the homeless, hungry or lonely | Cape Gazette

Shepherd’s Office is a win-win for all | Cape Gazette

https://www.capegazette.com/article/shepherd%E2%80%99s-office-win-win-all/265187

Shepherd's Office does it right | Cape Gazette
https://www.capegazette.com/article/shepherds-office-does-it-right/235115

Shepherd’s Office

Jim Martin and Team

408 N. Bedford Street

Georgetown, DE 19947

302-858-8556