Jackson’s Pantry is a sustainable food distribution site at The National Center for Children and Families (NCCF) in Bethesda, Maryland. It was created in loving memory of Jackson Payne Buckner, a vibrant 12-year-old student at the Bullis School whose kindness, curiosity, and generosity inspired everyone around him.
Thanks to the vision of the Jackson-Buckner Family and the Bullis School Class of 2029, this pantry now stands as a living tribute to Jackson’s spirit, helping families in need while spreading the joy of giving that he embodied every day.
Since opening in March 2025, the pantry has distributed over 7,200 pounds of food to 183 families, ensuring that children and parents across our region have the support they need to thrive.
Drop Off
6301 Greentree Rd
Bethesda, MD 20817
Hours
Monday – Friday (10 am – 4 pm)
Donation Center is closed on weekends and Federal Holidays.
Drop Off Instructions
When you arrive on our campus, keep to the left in the parking lot. The Donation Center is located behind Building 3. Turn left and pull into one of the parking spaces. Place all donations underneath the awning or in the after-hours donation box.
Log Your Donations In-Person or Online
Please fill our our paper log onsite or our online donation form to receive an emailed receipt within 15 business days.
We now require evidence of the physical donation if you drop-off items after hours. Please be prepared to upload a photo of your donation.
Thank you for donating items that are unopened, not expired, and shelf stable! When donating, please place all items in bags or boxes so they can be received by our families in the best possible condition.
Grains:
Breakfast
Protein Sources:
Fruit
Condiments and Sauces:
Ready-to-Eat Meals:
Snacks:
Beverages:
Miscellaneous:
If you would like a receipt, please fill out the paper donation log onsite or fill out our online form with your name, address, email address, and value of the donated items. We will email your receipt within 15 business days. At the end of the year, you can use the receipt to claim a tax deduction for donated items. If you have any questions, please contact:
Jermaine Lemons, In-Kind Donations Specialist
Office Phone: (301) 365-4480, ext.109
Cell Phone: (240) 743-7252
Email: jlemons@nccf-cares.org
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service requires you to value your donation when filing your return. Please click here to view the IRS’s Fair Market Value prices.
Please note: If you are filling out our online form, you will be asked to upload a photo of your donation.
