Collaboratives

 

Through our communities of practice, the Food Council creates spaces where community partners can connect around shared areas of focus. These Collaboratives are open to the public and bring a grassroots approach to facilitating discussion, resource communication, and best practice sharing to specific areas of our food system. These groups are also important opportunities to identify policy and program challenges and opportunities that will inform our advocacy initiatives. 

  • Resident & Community Gardening: Bringing together those who grow food at home or neighborhood sites as well as community partners who support access to gardening opportunities for County residents and groups semi-monthly.
  • Sustainability: Exploring and addressing the intersection of food and climate change and the impact of the food system on our natural resources in semi-monthly gatherings.
  • SNAP Benefits Outreach & Enrollment: Connecting people and organizations directly engaged in food assistance benefits outreach and enrollment work with residents in our community monthly. 
  • MoCo Made: The Food Council also coordinates networks for Montgomery County-based food and beverage businesses and food farmers.

Upcoming Events

May 26

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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May 27

Spring Job Fair- Interagency Commission on Homelessness

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.

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May 31

Olney Farmers Market

Come Visit the Montgomery County Food Council as we table at the Olney Farmers Market on May 31

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Jun 4

Maryland Food System Resiliency Council Meeting

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.

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Jun 6

Party in the Park

Our Food Resource Specialists will be tabling at Party in the Park. Join for a fun filled day of activities and health programs!

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Jun 8

June 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 13

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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Jul 27

2026 Buy Local Celebration

Whether you're a foodie, a supporter of regional agriculture, or a local business looking to make an impact, this event is for you!

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Sep 14

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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