ANNAPOLIS, MD (March 12, 2025) ~ Annapolis, MD - The Maryland Department of Agriculture has announced the launch of the Maryland Food and Agricultural Resiliency Mechanism Grant Program (MFARM) on March 12, 2025. This competitive grant program aims to address food insecurity while also supporting local farmers and seafood providers.

Under MFARM, Maryland food banks, charitable emergency food organizations, and eligible nonprofits can purchase agriculture and seafood products from businesses listed in the Certified Local Farm and Fish Directory. The deadline to submit proposals is May 2, 2025.

According to Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks, this grant program is a win for both communities and local producers. "It is always a win when we can utilize food in a better way for our communities," said Atticks. "Not only can we address food insecure areas, we can also support our local farm and fish producers making this entire grant a real asset to all involved."

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A total of $200,000 is available for the MFARM program with a minimum grant request of $5,000 and a maximum of $40,000. Eighty percent of the funds must be used for purchasing food while the remaining 20 percent will support distribution and operational expenses. Grants will be awarded for projects lasting up to 18 months and must conclude by November 30, 2026.

To be eligible for the grant, nonprofits must be registered with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation, be in good standing to do business in Maryland, and registered with the Charities Organization Division unit of the Maryland Secretary of State. Nonprofits will also need to provide an official Internal Revenue Service (IRS) W-9 form along with IRS form 990.

Interested organizations can apply through the Maryland Department of Agriculture's website or through Maryland OneStop. An informational Zoom session about the program will also be held on Thursday, April 3rd. Registration is free but required.

For any questions about the MFARM program and application process, organizations can reach out to MFARM Grant Program Administrator Karen Fedor at mfarm.mda@maryland.gov or by calling (410) 841-5773.

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