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.
Downloadable Documents
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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We’re calling on volunteers to help gather grant materials, organize community initiatives, and support MCCCB's future. Your time makes a difference.
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Important Update: U.S. Department of State to Resume Walk-In Services for Authentications on October 1, 2024
Important Update: U.S. Department of State to Resume Walk-In Services for Authentications on October 1, 2024
Exciting news for those navigating the federal apostille and authentication process! Beginning October 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of State will reopen its doors for walk-in services, a welcome change after over 4 years of being limited to mail-in options due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This information, directly sourced from a conversation with a clerk at the Authentication Office in Washington, D.C., and another business owner (present at the U.S. Department of State when the reopening was announced) specializing in authentications, confirms that walk-in services will soon be available again. The U.S. Department of State has been operating under mail-only submissions since March 2020, with processing times ranging from 3 to 14 weeks. However, the reopening of walk-in hours promises to significantly reduce turnaround times.
Here’s what to expect with the new process:
Daily Submission Limits: Apostille service companies and agents will be limited to submitting 15 documents per day.
New Operating Days and Times: The U. S. Department of State will only be open 8a - 9a Monday through Thursday, excluding federal holidays.
Faster Processing Times: Apostilled or authenticated documents will be ready for pick-up 7-9 business days after being hand-submitted.
For those considering mailing documents for authentication, waiting until after October 1, 2024 is recommended. This will help avoid the current extended processing time.
The Signature Pros remains ready to assist with all federal authentication and apostille needs, ensuring documents are processed as efficiently as possible.
For any questions or to get documents ready for submission under the new system, contact The Signature Pros today!
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