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Operation Earnie's Plate
Founded in 2018, Operation Earnie's Plate (OEP) Inc is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering and engaging homeless residents in the Washington, DC, Metropolitan area. OEP has helped over 50,000 residents and their families since incorporation.
Operation Earnie's Plate (OEP) was founded in 2018 to honor his late parents' memory and to continue the tradition of serving others. Operation Earnie's Plate's mission is to address the growing homeless and hunger crisis in Prince George's County and the District of Columbia by providing emergency food services, supplies, and referrals to residents and families in need. OEP has built an extensive network of local churches, businesses, and social service organizations to aid him in reaching those in need. Network community members notify the Hawkins of churches like Emmanuel United Methodist Church and Transformation Christian Ministries to benefit from a partnership with OEP.
In Our Community
Service Recognition 2021
Polly's Stump African Art Gallery
Special Recognition
Community Outreach Award
John Lewis Award Excellence
in Community Nourishment
from District 9 in PG County, MD
Presidential Inaugural Committee's
Day of Service Campaign
Help Us Help Others!
Please help us help those less fortunate
DONATION NEEDED
Operation Earnie's Plate (OEP) operates two food banks which are located in Clinton and District Heights in Prince George's County, Maryland in Prince George's County feeding approximately 200 to 500 seniors and veterans monthly.
"Help Us Help Others"
Due to Covid-19, we change how we support community members; we continue to wear our masks and social distance when necessary. We thank everyone for their patience and cooperation during these difficult times. ​
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We will continue to provide groceries to individuals and families in need. We invite you to join us at one of our pick-up drive-up food distributions.
Dates will be determined and posted.
Please visit us on
Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @operationearniesplate
Here's how You can Help!
You can make a monetary donation, food, or clothing.
Please get in touch with us at