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.
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.