Places Offering Food and Financial Assistance in Delco

Published May 25, 2024

The community surrounding Trentstone Missional Community in Media and the broader Delaware County area has many caring organizations that provide food, financial assistance, and emergency support. Whether facing short-term hardship or ongoing needs, help is available—no one should go without basics.

Quick Start Resources (Highly Recommended First Steps):

Food Assistance


  • Angel Food Pantry (at Cokesbury United Methodist Church) — New local addition, right in Marcus Hook!Address: 307 Market Street, Marcus Hook, PA 19061
    Hours: Every third Wednesday of the month, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (open to all, no residency requirement)
    Services: Free food distribution; accepts non-perishable donations.
    Link:https://marcushookboro.org/ (event listings) or search PA 211 for updates.

  • Lifewerks Food Pantry — New local addition, very close in Wallingford (19086 area)Address: 28 Walnut Road (corner of Blakely & Walnut), Wallingford, PA 19086
    Phone: (610) 872-3344
    Hours: Tuesdays 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Services: Supplemental food pantry; bring donations to the pantry location.
    Website/Link:https://www.lifewerks.org/food-pantry

  • Media Food Bank (at First Church Media)
    Address: 350 W. State St., Media, PA 19063 (rear entrance on Baker St.)
    Phone: (610) 566-3172
    Website:https://www.mediafoodbank.org/Hours: Thursdays 6:00–8:00 PM, Sundays 1:00–3:00 PM (updated)
    Services: Non-perishable food, fresh produce, household essentials.
    Link:https://www.mediafoodbank.org/get-food

  • Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry Address: 703 Lincoln Ave., Prospect Park, PA 19076
    Phone: (610) 532-9000
    Website:https://delcoloavesandfishes.org/Hours: Tuesdays 11:00 AM–2:00 PM & 5:00–7:00 PM; Thursdays 1:00–4:00 PM
    Services: Choice pantry (select your items); provides 5–7 days of food. Reservations recommended; income guidelines apply.
    Link:https://delcoloavesandfishes.org/

  • Bernardine Center Address: 2625 W. 9th St., Chester, PA 19013
    Phone: (610) 789-7676 (verify for current)
    Website:https://www.bfranciscan.org/bernardine-centerServices: Community support, including food programs.
    Link:https://ceichester.org/ (related network)

  • Chester Eastside, Inc.Address: 301 E. 9th St., Chester, PA 19013
    Phone: (610) 872-4812
    Website:https://ceichester.org/Services: Hunger safety net, food access, education, and community programs.
    Link:https://ceichester.org/food-programs/

  • Upper Darby Food Center (at Bethel Baptist Church)
    Address: 7766 Wayne Ave., Upper Darby, PA 19082
    Phone: (610) 853-2481
    Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 10:00 AM–12:15 PM
    Services: For Upper Darby residents (proof of residency required).
    Link: Search on https://www.sharefoodprogram.org/find-food

  • Murphy’s Giving Market Location: Upper Darby, PA
    Website:https://murphysgivingmarket.org/Services: Fresh/healthy food, clothing, hygiene, resource connections.

  • St. Mark’s United Methodist Church Address: 2220 S. Sproul Rd., Broomall, PA 19008
    Phone: (610) 325-0130
    Website:https://www.stmarksbroomall.org/Hours: Tuesdays 9:00–10:45 AM; 3rd Tuesday evenings 6:00–7:30 PM
    Services: Serves multiple townships.

Financial & Emergency Assistance


  • Family & Community Service of Delaware County (FCSDC)Address: 1260 E. Woodland Ave., Suite 212, Springfield, PA 19064
    Phone: (610) 566-7540
    Website:https://www.fcsdc.org/Services: Behavioral health, housing, coordinates DIFAN food network (note: mobile pantry ended post-COVID).
    Link:https://www.fcsdc.org/programs/food-programs

  • CityTeam ChesterAddress: 634 Sproul St., Chester, PA 19013
    Phone: (610) 872-6865
    Website:https://www.cityteam.org/chesterServices: Hot meals, food boxes, clothing, shelter, homelessness support.

  • Community Action Agency of Delaware County (CAADC)Address: 1414 Meetinghouse Rd., Boothwyn, PA 19061
    Phone: (610) 874-8451
    Website:https://caadc.org/Services: Food, emergency shelter, rental aid, job training, SNAP help.

  • Delaware County Department of Human ServicesWebsite:https://delcohsa.org/Services: Basic needs (food, housing, utilities).

  • Delaware County Assistance OfficeAddress: 701 Crosby St., Suite A, Chester, PA 19013
    Phone: (610) 447-5500
    Services: SNAP, cash assistance, LIHEAP (heating aid).
    Link:https://delcopa.gov/departments/countyassistance.html

These organizations are committed to supporting our neighbors. Always call ahead to confirm hours, eligibility, or availability, as services may change due to funding, staffing, or seasonal factors. If you know of updates or additions, contact Trentstone to help keep this list current!