The SNAP Benefits Outreach and Enrollment Collaborative. Participants include representatives from organizations such as Maryland Hunger Solutions, Manna Food Center, Catholic Charities, and others that work directly on SNAP outreach and enrollment, as well as the Montgomery County Office of Eligibility and Support Services.  This Workgroup meets each month to share updates on their work as well as challenges that case managers are facing in the field.

Topics covered include: 

  • Outreach strategies, to increase enrollment in SNAP and federal nutrition programs
  • Challenges related to enrollment, such as internet access, people experiencing homelessness, and language barriers—and strategies to work on overcoming these challenges
  • Updates to federal policy that impact local implementation of outreach related to SNAP, WIC, etc.
  • Best practices for outreach, communications, and customer service related to nutrition benefits
  • Other topics, as identified by Working Group members
Please contact Allison@mocofoodcouncil.org to join this group or for more information.

Upcoming Events

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 23

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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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 25

2026 Annual Farm Tour & Harvest Sale

Explore participating farms located across Montgomery County at the Annual Farm Tour.

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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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