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Celebrating Agriculture, Honoring Maryland Farmers

We know exactly how important the agriculture industry is to Maryland, and we’re pleased to honor and celebrate all of the farms, dairies, fisheries, and other local food producers that help get nutritious foods onto the tables of our neighbors in need.

Root Causes of Hunger

This report explores the root causes, or main drivers of hunger and food insecurity. It highlights how these hardships restrict Marylanders’ ability to thrive, forcing them to make difficult choices to try and close the gap between expenses and their budget.

Find Food Near You

If you need food, please use this map to find an open partner in your community. We are updating the map on a regular basis, but please call the partner first to make sure they are open.

Voices of Hunger

Meet some of the resilient 1 in 3 Marylanders who know how it feels to face hunger.

How We Fight Hunger

Now more than ever, we have proven that the food assistance safety net we’ve built over the last six decades can withstand any crisis. Our expertise combined with a statewide network of community partners makes it possible to meet the immediate needs of food-insecure Marylanders while simultaneously working to create pathways out of hunger.

We are dedicated to feeding people, strengthening communities, and ending hunger for more Marylanders. Join us.

1 meal

buying power of every dollar donated

90 percent

of MFB’s resources go directly to program services

43.5 million

meals distributed in FY24

Helping Hungry Marylanders

I want to know how to contribute

Learn about ways you can give, including donating, estate planning, fundraising ideas, food drives, and more.

I need help finding food near me

Use the Maryland Food Bank food finder to get the help you need close to where you live.

I want to volunteer

Volunteering is one way you can join the fight against hunger—by giving your time. Monetary donations are much-needed and always welcome.

I want to learn more about food insecurity

Find out how we fight hunger through a powerful combination of distributing nutritious food and creating pathways out of hunger.

Latest News

Maryland Food Bank Receives $750K Walmart Grant to Expand Food Rescue Efforts

Maryland Food Bank Receives $750K Walmart Grant to Expand Food Rescue Efforts

The Maryland Food Bank has received a $750,000 grant from Walmart and Feeding America to expand its food rescue operations across the state. The funding will help MFB and its community partners recover more fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable food from local grocers—aiming to provide 13 million meals annually. This grant is part of a larger $15.75 million national effort to strengthen food recovery and reduce waste.

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Amazing Meals Made from Maryland Foods

Amazing Meals Made from Maryland Foods

Our talented nutrition team took a deep dive into the food we source from partnerships with local farmers, fishermen, ranchers, and other producers and found that it’s easier than you might think to have healthy and tasty meals featuring all Maryland foods.

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Summer Hunger Hits Harder

Summer Hunger Hits Harder

During the summer months, children are more likely to experience food insecurity. With continued uncertainty about the high cost of goods, the job market, and the overall economy, this summer has the potential to be especially challenging for Maryland families. Find out how our innovative solutions are helping them find relief.

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