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

Mar 16

School-Based Food Assistance Convening

Updates from OFSR, MCPS DFNS, OFSR SBFA- and school-based FAM-funded programs.

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Mar 17

Maryland Hunger Solutions: SNAP for Noncitizens

Food Council partners at Maryland Hunger Solutions are hosting a training on SNAP for Noncitizens.

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Mar 25

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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Mar 25

Food Systems Advocacy Call

Join our upcoming Food Systems Advocacy Call focused on preparing to engage in the County budget process.

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Apr 12

Earth Day at Takoma Park Silver Spring Co-op

Join us at the TPSS Co-op’s annual Earth Day celebration to learn from leaders in climate resilience and innovative green practices, connect with local nonprofits and elected officials, and enjoy delicious food from local vendors.

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Apr 25

Montgomery County GreenFest

Join us at the largest environmental festival in Montgomery County, the Montgomery County GreenFest!

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Apr 28

Recipe to Reality™ Seminar

Learn the practical steps that help you decide whether—or how—to take your food idea to market.

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