Support Our Food Program Initiatives

The Muslim Community Cultural Center of Baltimore (MCCCB) is committed to combating food insecurity through culturally responsive outreach and sustainable relief efforts. Our Food Program includes several important components such as community food donations, organizational sponsorships, and grant-based initiatives—like the MEFP.

Maryland Emergency Food Program (MEFP)

The Maryland Emergency Food Program is a state-funded grant supporting local organizations in providing free food to those in need. MCCCB is preparing to restart our participation in this program in 2026, using the lessons from past applications to position our center for success.

  • Grant applications will be submitted in mid-2026

  • Award Period (if selected): July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026

  • Award Notification: Typically released in early Fall following application review

Maryland Emergency Food Program (MEFP)

The Maryland Emergency Food Program is a state-funded grant supporting local organizations in providing free food to those in need. MCCCB is preparing to restart our participation in this program in 2026, using the lessons from past applications to position our center for success.

  • Grant applications will be submitted in mid-2026

  • Award Period (if selected): July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026

  • Award Notification: Typically released in early Fall following application review

Timeline of Our Application

Our Application Timeline

November -December 2025

Initial Planning

review past feedback and set goals

January 2026

Criteria Review

Match MCCCB's mission to grant scope

March 2026

Support Gathering

Collect testimonials & letters

April 2026

Submission

Official application submission

May 2026

Deadline

Application would be submitted

August 2026

Decision Pending

Awaiting final outcome

Timeline of

Our Application

Our Application Timeline

November - December 2025

Initial Planning

Review past feedback & set goals

January 2026

Criteria Review

Match MCCCB's mission to grant scope

March 2026

Support Gathering

Collect testimonials & letters

April 2026

Submission

Official application submission

May 2026

Deadline

Application would be submitted

August 2026

Decision Pending

Awaiting final outcome

Help Us Build a Stronger Case

Support the Return of Fresh Food Deliveries to Our Elders

From 2017 to 2019, our center proudly delivered monthly fresh fruits and vegetables to the residents of Linden Park Senior Apartments through a grant awarded by the Maryland Emergency Food Program. We partnered with Hungry Harvest to ensure year-round delivery of affordable, quality produce something we intentionally focused on because many donation programs only provide non-perishable items.

This effort brought dignity, nutrition, and joy to our elders, and we’d love to restart it. But to reapply for funding, we must demonstrate that we have the volunteer power and community backing to make this program sustainable.

We’re asking for your help. Whether it's through a monetary contribution or volunteering to help with monthly setup, distribution, or cleanup, your involvement counts.

Take our Survey to let us know how you’d like to be involved.

Revive the Linden Park Senior Produce Delivery Program

Before we apply for this important grant again, we need to assess how much community support we can count on. Please complete the survey below if you're interested in volunteering or supporting in any way.

By checking this box, I consent to receive transactional messages related to my account, orders, or services I have requested. These messages may include appointment reminders, order confirmations, and account notifications among others. Message frequency may vary. Message & Data rates may apply.Reply HELP for help or STOP to opt-out.

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Help Us Build a

Stronger Case

Support the Return of Fresh Food Deliveries to Our Elders

From 2017 to 2019, our center proudly delivered monthly fresh fruits and vegetables to the residents of Linden Park Senior Apartments through a grant awarded by the Maryland Emergency Food Program. We partnered with Hungry Harvest to ensure year-round delivery of affordable, quality produce something we intentionally focused on because many donation programs only provide non-perishable items.

This effort brought dignity, nutrition, and joy to our elders, and we’d love to restart it. But to reapply for funding, we must demonstrate that we have the volunteer power and community backing to make this program sustainable.

We’re asking for your help. Whether it's through a monetary contribution or volunteering to help with monthly setup, distribution, or cleanup, your involvement counts.

Take our Survey to let us know how you’d like to be involved.

Revive the Linden Park Senior Produce Delivery Program

Before we apply for this important grant again, we need to assess how much community support we can count on. Please complete the survey below if you're interested in volunteering or supporting in any way.

By checking this box, I consent to receive transactional messages related to my account, orders, or services I have requested. These messages may include appointment reminders, order confirmations, and account notifications among others. Message frequency may vary. Message & Data rates may apply.Reply HELP for help or STOP to opt-out.

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A Community Rooted in Service

From food drives to interfaith dialogue, MCCCB continues to serve as a hub for meaningful connection and compassion.

Past Success, Future Potential

Our food program once served as a lifeline for seniors in Bolton Hill, with volunteers from the Muslim Community Cultural Center of Baltimore (NCCCB) working hands-on each month to distribute produce directly to residents. Photos below show just a glimpse of the effort—packing bags, setting up tables, distributing at Linden Park, and picking up items from local farms.

We’re ready to do it again—with your help. This time, in addition to grant funding, we aim to build relationships with local farms and food banks to source produce and potentially meat donations year-round. We’re also exploring ways to provide culturally appropriate foods and include younger volunteers in the process.

🌱 Rebuilding starts at the roots—with you.

A Community Rooted

in Service

From food drives to interfaith dialogue, MCCCB continues to serve as a hub for meaningful connection and compassion.

Past Success, Future Potential

Our food program once served as a lifeline for seniors in Bolton Hill, with volunteers from the Muslim Community Cultural Center of Baltimore (NCCCB) working hands-on each month to distribute produce directly to residents. Photos below show just a glimpse of the effort—packing bags, setting up tables, distributing at Linden Park, and picking up items from local farms.

We’re ready to do it again—with your help. This time, in addition to grant funding, we aim to build relationships with local farms and food banks to source produce and potentially meat donations year-round. We’re also exploring ways to provide culturally appropriate foods and include younger volunteers in the process.

🌱 Rebuilding starts at the roots—with you.

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Copyright © 2025 Muslim Community Culture Center of Baltimore - All Rights Reserved.

Designed by The Administrative Pros.