As a non-profit organization, the Food Council depends on the support of community members and organizations to achieve our mission. To contribute to our efforts to increase access to healthy food in our communities, support the reduction of food waste, and build a local, more sustainable food system, please make a tax-deductible donation here:

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Checks made payable to the Montgomery County Food Council can be mailed to:

Montgomery County Food Council
P.O. Box 34412
Bethesda MD 20827

Just $50…

Facilitates a listening session with underserved residents to better understand the challenges they face in accessing healthy food
Supports our development of state and local policy positions on issues related to food security, composting initiatives, our local food and beverage sector, etc.

Just $100…

Supports screenings for food insecurity and making referrals to food assistance
Funds a collaboration with a local farm to glean and donate fresh produce

Just $250…

Goes towards creating resources to highlight local farms and food and beverage products

Upcoming Events

Jan 27

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 28

Maryland FSRC Communication & Coordination Committee

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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Jan 29

Food Justice Coalition

Join Food Council partners Manna Foods and Shepherd's Table for the Food Justice Coalition.

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Jan 30

Peer Learning Circles: In-person Learning and Networking

Peer Learning Circles: In-person Learning and Networking. (Open to OFSR CFA grantees and Hubs ONLY)

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Feb 9

Food Security Community Call

This Food Security Community Call will focus on the new dietary guidelines.

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Feb 26

Food Recovery Collaborative/Peer Learning Circles In-person Learning and Networking

Food Recovery Collaborative/Peer Learning Circles In-person Learning and Networking Event. Open to Food Recovery Collaborative members, OFSR CFA grantees, and Hubs ONLY.

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