+1-410-313-6440
+1-410-313-6440

FOOD ASSISTANCE

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Howard County Food Bank

ADDRESS:
9385 Gerwig Lane, Suite J
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6185

CLOSURE / HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
Monday, 6/16 – Closed due to emergency plumbing repairs
Tuesday, 6/17 – Closed due to emergency plumbing repairs
Wednesday, 6/18 – Open regular hours
Thursday, 6/19 – Closed in observance of Juneteenth
Friday, 6/20 – Open regular hours
Saturday, 6/21 – Open by appointment only

***Announcement for Terminated Federal Employees***
Terminated federal employees living in Howard County may visit the Howard County Food Bank to receive a bag of shelf staples twice a month for up to three months. Please complete the Universal Application and bring proof of Howard County residency along with a federal termination letter. Contact us for more information.

REGULAR SHOPPING HOURS:
Tuesday  1 PM – 4 PM  walk-ins
Wednesday  1 PM – 7 PM  walk-ins
Thursday  1 PM – 4 PM  walk-ins
Saturday  9 AM – 1 PM  appointment only

 

 

Our Program Offers

  • Family-choice shopping like at a grocery store
  • Fresh produce and dairy options
  • Frozen meats and other proteins
  • Fresh breads and baked goods
  • Shelf-stable canned and boxed foods
  • Feminine hygiene products and other health and beauty products
  • Diapers, wipes, baby formula, and food
  • Allergy-friendly foods
  • Access to shop twice a month at the Howard County Food Bank
  • Access to apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
  • Access to energy, housing, and early childhood education through Head Start and Prekindergarten programming

All shopping items listed above are based on donations. Certain items and supplies may be limited.

Please Follow Instructions Carefully. Applying is a 2-Step Process.  To Apply and Verify Eligibility, You Will Need the Following:

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Attention: Effective January 1st, 2024, you must provide all documents listed below for eligibility verification BEFORE you can receive services at the Food Bank.
Picture Identification (driver’s license, passport or other government issued ID)
Proof of Howard County residency (copy of utility bill, rental agreement or lease document)
Proof of income for the past 30-days for all members of your household over the age of 18 (paystubs or social security award letter or unemployment benefits or bank statements)
Will you be able to provide all the documentation listed above?