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

Food Assistance

Already Applied Online?

Applying is a 2-step process. so please following instructions carefully.

After appplying, you will need to provide all documents requested for eligibility verification BEFORE you can receive services at the Food Bank

Will you be able to provide Picture Identification (driver’s license, passport or other government issued ID)?

Will you be able to provide Proof of Howard County residency (copy of utility bill, rental agreement or lease document)?

Will you be able to provide 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)?

Sorry, but you don’t qualify under the terms of our current funding.

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.

Howard County Food Bank

ADDRESS:

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

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

Schedule an Appointment

 

Join the Line

Click the button below to get in line during regular walk-in shopping hours. Registration link opens at 12:30 PM. If the link is closed, there is no line.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP provides food benefits to eligible individuals and families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food that is essential to their health and well-being.

You are encouraged to apply if you are

  • struggling to purchase food
  • are unemployed or work part time
  • receive Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) or other public assistance payments
  • are elderly or disabled and live on a small income
  • are homeless.
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