Migration to Market
In this compelling story, Aisha Sowe, MCM BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow, takes us on a journey into the heart of Montgomery County’s food system. Through her research, Aisha… Read More
food security
Office Created to End Childhood Hunger, Reduce Food Insecurity
One in 10 Montgomery County residents are food insecure and don’t always know how they will get their next meal. “So many of our residents are one paycheck or one… Read More
Food Insecurity Remains Growing Problem in Montgomery County
Nourish Now recently opened its 17th food distribution site in Bethesda, one of the wealthiest cities in America. The distribution site, which is open Friday afternoons from 1 to 3… Read More
Five Things to Know Today, Aug. 24, in Montgomery County
It’s Monday, Aug. 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1.PPE Donations: Montgomery County is still accepting personal protective equipment donations to help keep essential workers safe… Read More
Five Things to Know Today, Aug. 21, in Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Aug. 21, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1.COVID-19 Testing: The county will have a testing clinic at the White Oak Recreation Center in Silver… Read More
Leaders Say Donations Are Essential for Montgomery County Food Security Fund
On Saturday, Councilmember Will Jawando announced in Silver Spring the launch of the Montgomery County Food Security Fund. The fund is a partnership between the county and the Greater Washington Community… Read More
Albornoz: Need for Food Security Now ‘Off the Charts’
Councilmember Will Jawando introduced a public-private partnership with the Greater Washington Community Foundation Saturday, which launches the Montgomery County Food Security Fund. The goal of the food security fund is… Read More
New “COVID Corps” Creating Summer Employment Opportunities for Young Residents
COVID Corps is a new summer employment program put in place to create a pathway between service and recovery for county residents ages 16-23. Members will be working to support the… Read More
Newly Introduced $10.5 Million Appropriation Addresses Food Insecurity in the County
A newly introduced $10.5 million special appropriation could help alleviate the issue of food security and also support local food banks, restaurants and farmers. Today the Council introduced a special… Read More
County Now Accepting Emergency Food Access Grant Program Applications
Montgomery County is now accepting applications for the Covid-19 Emergency Food Access Grant program until noon on Friday, May 8. The funding for the program will be used to provide… Read More
COVID-19 Cases on the Rise, Numbers Have Yet to Peak
The county currently is experiencing a surge in the number of COVID-19 cases, according to Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles. However, the number of cases has not yet… Read More