Beyond Shelter Frederick

05/27/2026

Wishlist Wednesday: Bottled Water & Individual Snacks

With the warmer weather arriving, the need for bottled water and easy grab-and-go snacks continues to grow for the individuals and families we serve each day.

We’re currently collecting:
- Bottled water
- Individually packaged snacks like granola bars, crackers, chips, fruit snacks, peanut butter crackers, and other shelf-stable items

These simple items make a big difference in helping provide comfort, nourishment, and care throughout the summer months.

Donations can be dropped off at our office:

27 Degrange Street, Frederick
Monday–Friday | 10am–2pm

Every donation helps, and we’re so grateful for the continued support from our community. Please share to help us spread the word!

Questions about donations or drop-offs?
Contact Colleen Baldree at [email protected]
or 301-631-2670 ext. 103

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day. Today we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We are grateful for their courage, dedication, and selfless commitment.

In observance of the holiday, Beyond Shelter offices will be closed today, Monday, May 25, 2026. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

05/23/2026

IMMEDIATE NEED: White Towels

Our Emergency Family Shelter is has an immediate need for WHITE bath towels — new or gently used donations are welcome.

If you’re doing a little closet clean-out, we can put those extra white towels to immediate use helping families in shelter receive comfort, dignity, and care. 🧺

Drop-off Location:
Beyond Shelter Frederick
27 Degrange Street, Frederick, MD

Please share to help us spread the word!

Questions? Contact Colleen Baldree at 301-631-2670 ext. 103 or [email protected]

05/22/2026

Sharing an important update from the Maryland State Department of Education and Maryland partners for families this summer ☀️🍎

SUN Bucks is returning for Summer 2026, and eligible students may receive $120 per child to help families purchase groceries while school is out.

We’re helping spread the word to ensure families are aware of resources that may be available to them. Learn more and see if your family qualifies: dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks

Please help us share this information with anyone who may benefit.

SUN Bucks is returning for Summer 2026.

​Students may receive $120 each to help buy groceries while school is out this summer.

Learn more and see if your family qualifies: dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks

Maryland State Department of Education Maryland Health Connection

05/15/2026

Today is International Day of Families!

At Beyond Shelter, every day is about helping keep Frederick County families together under one roof. Since 2014, we have provided emergency shelter for families in Frederick County, offering safety, stability, and support when families need it most.

Today, our shelter serves up to ten families at a time in private suites with supportive spaces designed to help families heal, rebuild, and move forward.

Learn more about our Emergency Family Shelter: https://buff.ly/3V2mKlT

05/13/2026

Wishlist Wednesday: We Need Your Help!

Our community garden is growing quickly, and we’re asking for the community’s help to keep it going strong this season.

The garden helps us provide fresh produce to neighbors in our community, and we’re currently in need of supplies and tools to keep planting, maintaining, and harvesting throughout the summer.

We’ve created an Amazon Wishlist with our most-needed items, and we’re especially looking for a wheelbarrow (new or gently used in working condition).

Every donation - big or small - makes a direct impact and helps us continue growing fresh food for our community

Wishlist: https://bit.ly/48H6flI

Shop & Drop donations at our office
Monday–Friday | 10am–2pm
27 Degrange Street, Frederick

Questions about donations or drop-offs?
Contact Colleen Baldree at [email protected]
or 301-631-2670 ext. 103

Please share to help us spread the word! 🌻

05/06/2026

Wishlist Wednesday: Community Garden Needs

Our community garden is growing -- and so are the needs that help keep it thriving! This space not only brings people together, but also helps us provide fresh produce to neighbors in our community.

We’ve put together an Amazon Wishlist with items that will support the garden throughout the season -- everything from tools to supplies that keep things running smoothly.

We’re also currently in need of a wheelbarrow (new or gently used in working condition) to help with hauling soil, plants, and harvests.

If you’re able to give, donate, or share, we’re so grateful for your support in helping this garden continue to grow and give back

Check out our wishlist: https://bit.ly/48H6flI

Shop & Drop donations at our office
Monday–Friday | 10am–2pm
27 Degrange Street, Frederick

Questions about donations or drop-offs?
Contact Colleen Baldree at [email protected]
or 301-631-2670 ext. 103

05/04/2026

A portion of the fresh produce grown in our community garden is donated to the Frederick Community Fridge - helping make healthy food accessible to neighbors who need it most.

If you have a garden, consider joining in! Extra veggies, herbs, or fruits can go a long way in supporting others in our community.

Together, we can keep sharing the harvest. 🍅🥒🥕

Got a green thumb? We need your help with fresh produce!

05/01/2026

Big congratulations to our incredible Director of Operations, Catherine Dorsey! 🎉

We’re proud to share that Catherine has been recognized in Frederick Magazine’s “People to Watch” issue - a well-deserved honor that reflects her leadership, dedication, and the impact she makes every single day.

Catherine’s passion for our mission and her commitment to serving our community continue to move our work forward in meaningful ways. We’re grateful to have her leading alongside us and couldn’t be more excited to see her recognized in this way.

Join us in celebrating Catherine and this exciting moment! 👏

The members of this year’s “People to Watch” class, like those from years before, are diverse in their backgrounds, missions and purpose, but they all share one common trait: passion. Whether they are working to improve the local arts scene, helping the less fortunate or building a business, they are all passionate about what they do and enjoy sharing their vision for a better community. Their passions are making Frederick County a better place and makes each of them worth watching this year and beyond.

Click here to read more: www.frederickmagazine.com/articles/people-to-watch-2026

04/29/2026

We’re incredibly honored and grateful to be named one of this year’s Community Partnership Grant awardees!

Thank you to Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater and Frederick County Government, MD for investing in organizations that are working every day to strengthen our community. This support makes a real difference—helping us continue our mission and expand the services we provide.

Congratulations to all of the fellow awardees doing such meaningful work across Frederick County. We’re proud to be in such great company!