How to Help During the Government Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown continues, more and more of our neighbors are seeking out our community partners to find food – many for the first time.
At the Maryland Food Bank, we are grateful to see people across the state stepping up to help their neighbors in need.
From hands-on help to contributing from the comfort of your couch, there are so many ways you can support your neighbors who newly find themselves in need.
Top 4 Ways to Help:
Donate
When you contribute financially to the Maryland Food Bank, you give us the flexibility to purchase more nutritious food and get it to neighbors as quickly and efficiently as possible. Donate now
Fundraise
Your creativity and the Maryland Food Bank’s wholesale purchasing join forces to create a powerful hunger-fighting tool! Make a difference
Advocate
Let legislators know that you care deeply about your food insecure neighbors every day, and especially in times of crisis. Go advocate
Cause Marketing
Now is a great time to collaborate! Partnering with the Maryland Food Bank brings you increased brand visibility, greater customer retention, and stronger consumer loyalty, while neighbors in need benefit from funds raised. Submit your request
We are strongest when we act together. At the Maryland Food Bank, our mission is to provide nutritious food that helps our neighbors thrive. We will continue to do everything we can to support neighbors in need. Thank you for your dedication to fighting for a food-secure Maryland. 
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About The Author
Ben Gross
For more than 30 years, Ben has been helping organizations raise awareness and inspire action by creating compelling narratives. And since 2018, Ben has been the Maryland Food Bank's Staff Writer, elevating the voices of food-insecure neighbors to further the Maryland Food Bank's mission of feeding people, strengthening communities, and ending hunger for more Marylanders.
We Need Your Help
Programs, campaigns, and educational outreach at the Maryland Food Bank has always relied on the philanthropic support of charitable individuals like you.
Much like our food distribution efforts, outreach activities at the Maryland Food Bank rely on generous donations of money and time.
We hope you’ll consider a contribution.
