2025 Impact Report

2025 Montgomery County Food Council Impact Report

We are proud to announce our 2025 Impact Report. 2025 tested the resilience of our local food system in profound ways. As federal policy shifts, rising costs, and historic challenges unfolded, Montgomery County’s response was made possible by something we’ve built over a decade: a deep, trust-based network of partners committed to collective action. We launched our Food Resource Specialist program to help residents navigate complex SNAP enrollment, strengthened food assistance organizations through Peer Learning Circles, established the Food Recovery Collaborative to rescue edible food, supported farmers with Climate Smart Agriculture grants, and advanced local food systems through our Farm to School report. Our deepest gratitude goes to our staff, council and board members, supporters, and community partners. Together, we’re building a food system that is equitable, resilient, and sustainable for all.

Upcoming Events

Nov 9

November Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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Nov 19

Food Recovery Collaborative Meeting

This will be a chance to hear the results of the food council’s “deep dive” landscape assessment of the system of recovered food in Montgomery County, and recommendations for how to increase the volume of recovered food in the future.

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Dec 1

SNAP Work Group

The SNAP Work Group includes organizations that provide nutrition benefits enrollment assistance to residents, the Montgomery County Office of Eligibility and Support Services, and other groups that serve residents with low-income.

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Jan 11

January Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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Feb 8

February Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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Apr 12

April Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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May 10

May Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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Jul 12

July Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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Sep 13

September Food Security Community Call

The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.

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