McCarrick Center
COVID-19 Update: Physical locations for benefits application assistance are closed due to COVID-19, but staff are working remotely to connect residents to benefits.
Please call the OESS Command Center (240-777-1003) which is being answered live and will roll over to a bilingual voicemail message if all lines are busy. Messages left on the Command Center Voicemail are checked and retuned throughout the day (Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:40pm).
For more information from DHHS, or visit myDHR for SNAP eligibility and online applications. Both MC311 and the State Call Center (1-800-332-6347) are first answered by an automated service. Please call 1-866-821-5522 for SNAP application assistance over the phone with Maryland Hunger Solutions. Please call 301-762-9426 for help with WIC applications.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known as the Food Supplement Program (FSP) in Maryland, provides federal assistance to supplement low income families’ ability to buy food.
Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) provides assistance for supplemental foods and other related health services to women who are pregnant or have recently given birth, and infants and children under the age of 5 years old.
The Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program enables Seniors and WIC recipients to purchase fruits, vegetables and cut herbs throughout the growing season at Farmers Markets, roadside stands and community supported agriculture programs (CSAs).
To Apply: Applicants must apply in person and should call in advance. CCI Health & Wellness Services administers the WIC Program at 4 clinics in Montgomery County. For more information, visit www.cciweb.org, call your local WIC Center at 301-762-9426 or email wic-info@cciweb.org
McCarrick Center
Apr 22
Join the MoCo Food Recovery Collaborative on April 22 from 1:00–2:30 pm for a discussion on connections and communications in food recovery efforts across the DMV
Apr 25
Join us at the largest environmental festival in Montgomery County, the Montgomery County GreenFest!
Apr 28
Learn the practical steps that help you decide whether—or how—to take your food idea to market.
Apr 30
The Maryland Food System Resiliency Council (FSRC) holds a public bi-weekly meeting with the Communication & Coordination Committee to monitor and discuss food systems bills during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session.
Apr 30
The Maryland Food System Resiliency Council (FSRC) holds a public bi-weekly meeting with the Communication & Coordination Committee to monitor and discuss food systems bills during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session.
May 11
The Food Council’s Food Security Calls are designed for learning, information-sharing and network building.
May 14
Join Food Council partners Manna Foods and Shepherd's Table for the Food Justice Coalition.
May 27
Join ICH for aJob Fair specifically designed for individuals at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness and those who are served by PSH and RRH programs.
