COMMUNITY INITIATIVES & EVENTS

Showing Up for Our Neighbors

Weekly food giveaways, summer youth employment, blood drives, and community outreach in Prince George’s County.

INITIATIVE 01

Free Food Giveaway (Food Pantry)

Through our dedicated food pantry at St. Stephen Baptist Church, in association with Capital Area Food Bank, we provide wholesome, nutritious food and fresh produce to individuals and families across our community.

Schedule: Every Tuesday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: St. Stephen Baptist Church, 5757 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Eligibility: Free and open to everyone in need — no pre-registration required.

Distribution Highlights

Fresh produce, canned goods, and pantry staples
Drive-through and walk-up pickup available
Emergency food assistance support
Partnership with Capital Area Food Bank
Staffed by loving church and community volunteers

INITIATIVE 02

Prince George's County Youth@Work Summer Program

Project Bright Future assists local youth in securing rewarding summer jobs through Prince George’s County’s Youth@Work / Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). We provide career readiness, application coaching, and workplace mentoring.

Program Duration: June 28 – August 6
Target Age Group: Youth ages 14–22 years old
Benefits: Competitive hourly pay, real-world work experience, networking, and soft skills training.

Why It Matters

Financial literacy & money management coaching
Professional resume writing and interview prep
Direct mentorship from caring community leaders
Safe, constructive summer environment

ANNUAL CALENDAR

Ongoing Programs & Outreach Events

Every Tuesday: Food Pantry Distribution (1PM – 3PM)

First Monday of Each Month: PBFMP Grants Team Meeting

Second Thursday of Each Month: Neighborhood Watch Community Meetings

January – June & September – December: After School Mentoring Program

January – December: One Congregation One Family (OCOF) Mentoring

January – December: Gabriel Network “Angel Friends” Mentoring

March 20 & September 25: Red Cross Blood Drives

June 28 – August 6: PG Summer Youth Employment Program

August 21: Annual School Supplies Giveaway

November: Ghana Foreign Missions (10 Days)