Martha’s Food Assistance Program

We provide fresh produce, meats, dairy and non-perishables for our Montgomery County community. If you or your family are in need of food, please visit Martha’s.

Assistance Basics

  • Who Qualifies?

    Individuals and families living in Montgomery County, PA with an income level falling within the 200% poverty level.

  • What do you offer?

    Healthy groceries including fresh produce, meats, dairy and non-perishables. When available, Martha’s also has diapers, soaps, laundry detergent and feminine hygiene products.

  • How often and how much?

    Our program allows for 1 visit per calendar month, 12 visits per year. The amount of food provided per visit will vary based on the food we have in stock, however we aim for about 5 days’ worth of nutritious food to provide with each visit

  • Location & Hours

    Pantry Address

    353 E. Johnson Hwy Norristown, PA 19401

    Pantry Hours

    Wednesdays: 3-6 PM
    Thursdays: 12PM - 3PM
    Fridays: 12PM - 2PM

    Phone: 610-279-7372

    Martha's marketplace location

Your First Visit

  • You are eligible if you live in Montgomery County, PA and are in need of food and goods. We assist families and individuals. Martha’s provides food to Montgomery County residents whose income falls within 200% of the PA poverty line, based on family size. If you have questions about whether you qualify, just reach out!

  • No appointment necessary, come to Martha’s food pantry during any of our listed hours of operation.

    Wednesdays 3-6pm, Thursdays 12pm-3pm, Fridays 12m-2pm

    How to Prepare

    Bring proof of residence in Montgomery County. This can be a valid ID and/or a utility bill with your correct name and proof of Montgomery County residence (Martha’s cannot provide services without proof of Montgomery County residence)

    Ensure there is room in your car for volunteers to load in groceries

    If you prefilled your registration form, bring it with you.

  • When you arrive, provide a completed TEFAP registration form (below) or have a Martha’s volunteer help you complete it on site

  • Step 1:

    For faster service, complete your form at home before you come!

    Download and print the TEFAP registration form below and prefill as much of it as possible. We also have forms available at Martha’s if you don’t have access to a printer.

    Absolutely no pre-registration is required!

    Download form - English

    Download form - Espanol

    Step 2 / Page 1:

    Clearly print your full name, address and Guest ID# if you know it

    Circle the total size of your family

    List how many adults, children & seniors in your home in the top right corner

    Sign and date at the bottom

    Ignore page 2

    Step 3 / Page 3:

    Fill out as much info as you can

    Enter cell phone # and your specific shop requests (Optional but highly encouraged)

    Read about the rules of the pantry.

    Step 4 :

    Bring this registration form, and proof of Montgomery County residence (Valid ID and/or current utility bill) to Martha’s during any of our listed distribution hours so we can help you and your family access the food you need.

  • Discuss your dietary needs with our staff and receive your groceries

  • After your initial visit, you will receive a guest ID card. Please provide that ID card at all future visits so the staff can look you up in our system and register your visit

  • Every Martha’s guest is eligible to visit Martha’s 1 time per calendar month.

  • Every July, all Martha’s guests must re-register for pantry services by filling in the updated registration form and providing proof of Montgomery County residence.

 Food Assistance FAQs

  • Below is our location and hours.

    353 E. Johnson Highway
    Norristown, PA 19401

    Food Pantry Hours:
    Wednesdays: 3-6 PM
    Thursdays: 12PM - 3PM
    Fridays: 12PM - 2PM

  • All guests of Martha’s receive fresh produce, meats, dairy and dry goods. Additional offerings such as diapers and personal goods are also provided as they are available.

  • Martha’s provides food to Montgomery County residents whose income falls within 200% of the PA poverty line, based on family size. That probably sounds confusing, so just come to Martha’s and we will help you with the forms and get you some food.

  • Please bring proof of residence in Montgomery County. This can be a valid ID and/or a utility bill with your name and address proving you live in Montgomery County

  • No, just come to any of our listed openings and we can sign you up while you wait.

  • No, We do not provide furniture of clothing. Please see our list of partner organizations for assistance in these areas.

  • Sure, you can call us at 610-279-7372 or email Maureen mfeeny-byrnes@chs-adphila.org

“These people are wonderful, the volunteers are awesome. True humanity here” - Randy Q.

“These people are wonderful, the volunteers are awesome. True humanity here” - Randy Q.