The County is taking a number of actions to keep residents safe and minimize the spread of COVID-19. Find status information for County operations and services.

Food Resources

County Executive Olszewski and Baltimore County government are working to protect the health, safety and well-being of residents. We will continue to work around the clock to identify additional resources to provide food security for Baltimore County families during this challenging time.

Contact

If you have questions or need assistance with food access, call 410-887-2594 or email food@baltimorecountymd.gov.

If you are a senior, or contacting us on behalf of a senior with food access needs, call 410-887-2594 or email aginginfo@baltimorecountymd.gov

Food Distribution Map

The Food Distribution Site Map includes:

Sites for weekday meal distribution operated by both Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) and Baltimore County Government

Sites for Saturday family food distribution operated by Baltimore County Government

Operational food pantries

Users can search for locations closest to where they live. The map will be updated as additional food resources become available.

VIEW THE MAP

Baltimore County Public Schools Meal Distribution

Baltimore County Public Schools will provide school meals, at no cost, to all children ages 2 to 18 by curbside pickup or by bus delivery. Visit the BCPS website for more information.

Fall Youth Meal Distribution

Baltimore County is partnering with Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) and Kidz Table to provide meals for youth at nine BCPL locations around the County.

Starting September 14, two breakfasts and two lunches will be served from Noon to 2 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the following locations:

Meal Distribution for Older Adults

The Baltimore County Department of Aging (BCDA) is providing boxes of food to the County’s older adults. The program is supported by $590,000 in funding provided through the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) to specifically target individuals age 60 and older.

Under this new program, each box of non-perishable food will include three meals and a snack for six days, and will be accompanied by a small box of fruits and vegetables. Boxes will be distributed by appointment only at designated senior center locations around the County, listed below. Quantities are limited. We will continue to assess demand and adjust the amount of food and locations accordingly.

Baltimore County residents over 60 years of age should call 410-887-2040 to schedule their pickup date, time and location. Only individuals with appointments will receive one box of non-perishable food and one box of produce per household. During the appointment, individuals will be asked to show proof of age through their BCDA Senior Center Membership Card or other identification.

Anyone unable to travel to pickup locations should contact Maryland Access Point (MAP) at 410-887-2594 to discuss other food options with the MAP staff.

Schedule and Appointment

You must schedule an appointment to pick up food. Call 410-887-2040 (the week before pickup) on Mondays and Wednesdays, between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Pickup Locations

Saturday Food Distribution

With support from multiple agencies and regional partners, Baltimore County is offering limited food distribution for families on Saturdays, starting at 10 a.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.

Locations

Available Restaurant Services: BaltCo To-Go

Restaurants can self-report whether they are offering services during this time by completing the County's online form.

Restaurant operators can share their location and what services they are providing, and the data collected will populate an interactive online map, BaltCo To-Go, that residents can search.

VIEW THE MAP

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

The Maryland Department of Human Services has been approved to issue SNAP emergency allotments (PDF) to all current SNAP households for only the months of April and May.

Learn more about SNAP to see if you qualify for monthly benefits to help purchase food.

Pet Food Assistance

Find information about how to receive pet food assistance from the Baltimore Humane Society, or make donations to their Bmore Kind Pet Food Bank.