Maryland Declared State of Emergency

October 30, 2025, Governor Moore signed an Executive Order 01.01.2025.21 declaring a state of emergency as an actionable step to deliver resources following the loss of SNAP and other economic benefits to Marylanders. Maryland Business Emergency Operation Center (MBEOC), and its partners, offer the following:

 INFORMATION:

• Official Maryland Website for Maryland Workers Impacted by Recent Federal Actions. Information includes: Unemployment Insurance, Food Assistance, Housing Assistance, Utility Resources, Loan Programs & Other Financial Assistance, Resources for Veterans and other resources. Visit webpage here.

RESOURCES:

• 211 Maryland: 211 MD serves as the statewide information and referral network for health and human services connecting residents to housing, food assistance, mental health resources, and more. To maintain consistent public messaging, they are centralizing state resources and partner program information on MDEM's Maryland Responds page. If your agency or office has current links to information, updates, or public-facing programs that should be included, please send them to marylandresponds@211md.org.

• Capital Area Food Bank: Learn how you can help. Find Food, Donate, Volunteer Opportunities or Donate Food.  

• DoorDash: Project DASH - DoorDash launches an emergency food response delivering 1 million free meals through food banks and waiving fees for 300K SNAP recipient grocery stores. For food banks, if you are interested in partnering with Project DASH, contact projectdash@doordash.com. 

• Maryland Access Point: A link to support and share services for seniors and people with disabilities. Link to webpage or call: 1-844-MAP-LINK (1-844-627-5465) 

• Maryland Food Bank: Learn how you can help. Find Food, Donate, Volunteer Opportunities (individual or group or Host a Food Drive.  

• United Way: On 11/3/25 UWCM launched a community fund called the "United for Good" to support individuals and nonprofits impacted by reductions in public funding. 

• United Way is also connecting volunteers and organizations in need through its online volunteer platform. Nonprofits needing support with volunteer recruitment can post projects or in-kind needs at uwcm.org/nonprofitmd, and residents can sign up to lend a hand at uwcm.org/volunteermd to meet those project needs. The site will be organized by county for ease of use.  

• United Way of Central Maryland also launched "A Resource Guide to Basic Needs in Central Maryland".  

DONATE:

• Local Food Banks & Food Pantries depend on donations. Please visit your local food bank webpage to make a cash donation and/or consider supporting a local food drive with nonperishable items.
• Maryland Market Money Program: Support MD families during the federal shutdown - donate farm goods to local food banks. Learn more here.

HomeFree›USA is now a proud member of Maryland VOAD

HomeFree›USA advances economic opportunity and homeownership in communities nationwide. As a government-approved housing counseling organization with over 30 years of proven success, we help homebuyers and homeowners achieve and sustain homeownership.

Whether purchasing a first home or working to keep one, individuals and families receive expert guidance from a trusted Maryland-based housing counseling agency. HomeFree›USA provides the tools, education, and support needed to make homeownership more attainable and sustainable.

With a 0% foreclosure rate among members, HomeFree›USA continues to make the homebuying journey easier, smarter, and more affordable. The organization is looking to extend its commitment to helping communities prepare for and recover from crises that impact housing stability.

To learn more visit HomeFreeUSA.org

The Long-Term Recovery Committee serving Allegheny County is seeking dedicated professionals to help continue the vital mission of supporting community recovery and resilience. In collaboration with local partners and community organizations, grant funding is available to support the following positions:

• Construction Manager
• Disaster Case Manager
• Disaster Project Coordinator

These roles play a crucial part in rebuilding lives and strengthening the community.

Please share this announcement with your networks and colleagues—all positions are fully grant-funded.

Interested candidates should apply based on information in the job description.

Applications will be accepted until the right candidates are identified.

Join in making a lasting impact for Allegheny County.