The Food Waste Prevention and Food Recovery Working Group facilitates discussions on the critical link between enhancing local food recovery infrastructure and its impact on food security. The group works to deepen understanding of the current food recovery systems and their limitations within Montgomery County, while building awareness around the environmental consequences of food waste. Key topics of focus include ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing food waste and increasing food recovery. The group also organizes site visits to provide hands-on learning opportunities and foster knowledge exchange in the field of food recovery. Joining this group allows you to contribute to building a more sustainable food system by cutting waste and promoting resource efficiency. If you would like to be added to the listserv for this working group please email Elizabeth at elizabeth@mocofoodcouncil.org.
The Food Council, in partnership with the Office of Food Systems Resilience and the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative (GHHI), is rising as a leading force in Montgomery County’s efforts to tackle excessive food waste. Building on the momentum of our Food Waste Prevention and Recovery Working Group, we are strengthening our commitment to understanding and improving the county’s food recovery landscape. We are excited to share that the Food Council has been awarded two new grants to advance collaboration among food assistance providers engaged in food recovery.
Launched in December 2025, the Food Recovery Collaborative initiative is designed to strengthen infrastructure, streamline coordination, and expand the overall impact of food recovery efforts across the county. With support from GHHI, we will also be conducting literature reviews, hosting focus groups, and examining best practices from other jurisdictions to identify strategies that could be successfully adapted for Montgomery County. These insights and convenings will help us build a more effective, sustainable, and community-centered approach to reducing food waste.
Jan 27
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.
Jan 28
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.
Jan 29
Join Food Council partners Manna Foods and Shepherd's Table for the Food Justice Coalition.
Jan 30
Peer Learning Circles: In-person Learning and Networking. (Open to OFSR CFA grantees and Hubs ONLY)
Feb 9
This Food Security Community Call will focus on the new dietary guidelines.
Feb 26
Food Recovery Collaborative/Peer Learning Circles In-person Learning and Networking Event. Open to Food Recovery Collaborative members, OFSR CFA grantees, and Hubs ONLY.