Baltimore City Department of Social Services

08/21/2026

It's that time of year again! Please check out the local Back to School events that you are able to attend. Send those kids back to school on a high note!

08/20/2026

Join the Baltimore City Health Department for Overdose Awareness Day 2026, a community resource fair and memorial honoring the lives lost to overdose and supporting the people, families, and communities affected by the crisis.

The event is free and open to the public and will feature city resources, free food, entertainment, community partners, local and legislative officials, family activities and more.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
🕚 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 ABC/Catherine Street Park
501 S. Catherine St., Baltimore, MD

Learn more and view program updates at bit.ly/4b8tKFs.

08/17/2026

Stop by Northeast Market on Wednesday, August 19, or Hollins Market on Thursday, August 27, to pick up no-cost food items. All community members are welcome.

The People’s Pop-Up Pantry will take place throughout the month of August! Stop by Lexington Market and Avenue Market tomorrow, Northeast Market on Wednesday, August 19, or Hollins Market on Thursday, August 27. All community members are welcome to stop by and pick up no-cost food items. If you’d like to volunteer email [email protected]!

08/17/2026

Every child deserves a healthy start to the school year. The Vaccines for Children program provides vaccines to children whose parents or guardians may not be able to afford them. If you’re uninsured or underinsured, call your local health department to find out how you can protect your child or teen this school year.

Maryland State Department of Education

08/17/2026

Need help finding affordable health care, food, housing, or other support in Maryland? Connect with 211 Maryland for free, confidential help finding local resources.

Call 211 or visit: https://211md.org/.

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08/17/2026

08/07/2026

BCDSS was thrilled to participate in the 3rd Annual In the Mix All ’26: Rock the Block Summer Tour on July 30, 2026! It was a fantastic day at the Coldstream Recreation Center, and we were honored to connect with so many members of our community.

Our team was busy throughout the event, with approximately 45 community members stopping by our table to make inquiries, apply for assistance, and access vital resources. A big thank you to everyone who helped make this outreach a success.

07/31/2026

Want to learn more about B'More Fresh?They will be at our Northeast Regional Office location at 2000 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21202, on Friday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. B'More Fresh will be on hand to assist in signing up for the program and providing information about resources here in Baltimore City.

07/28/2026

Want to learn more about B'More Fresh? They will be at our Northeast Regional Office location at 2000 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21202, on Friday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. B'More Fresh will be on hand to assist in signing up for the program and providing information about resources here in Baltimore City.

07/22/2026

Visit with our Office of Community Relations today at Our Daily Bread from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 725 Fallsway. They will be able to assist with SNAP, Temporary Cash Assistance, and Medical Assistance.