BCCC Awarded $11,000 Grant to Address Student Food Insecurity and Designated a Hunger-Free Campus

Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $11,000 grant from the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) as part of a statewide initiative to address food insecurity among college students across Maryland.

The competitive grant was open to public institutions of higher education and regional higher education centers committed to addressing student hunger, creating sustainable solutions for basic food needs, and raising awareness about available support services. Through this program, BCCC has been officially designated a Hunger-Free Campus by the State of Maryland. The Office of Student Life & Engagement will focus on the following goals to execute the purpose of this grant, in partnership with the Grants Office and the Division of Student Affairs.

Building a Hunger-Free Campus Community

As part of the grant requirements, BCCC has committed to several key actions that strengthen student support and wellness on campus:

Establishing a dedicated Hunger Task Force
Designating a staff member to assist students in enrolling in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and informing Federal Work Study students of their eligibility
Actively participating in National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
Maintaining a fully stocked campus food pantry
Conducting an annual student hunger survey to guide ongoing improvements

Funds from the grant will be used to restock and expand the BCCC Food Pantry, host awareness events during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week and increase engagement around food access resources available to students and community members.

If you or someone you know needs food, necessities, or housing resources, please visit: BCCC Student Support & Wellness Services or contact:

Student Support & Wellness Services (SSWS)
Liberty Campus, Main Building Suite 260
410-462-8384 | counseling@bccc.edu

Join BCCC for National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (November 17–21, 2025)

BCCC invites students, staff, and community members to participate in a series of free events focused on awareness, service, and support.

Panther Closet
Monday, November 17 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Student Center Game Room, Liberty Campus
Shop for gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories — all free for students.

BCCC Gives Back to the Community
Wednesday, November 19 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Paul’s Place, 1118 Ward St., Baltimore, MD 21230
A community service project sponsored by the Student Leadership Club. Open to all BCCC members.

Fall Giveaway at Harbor Place
Thursday, November 20 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Harbor Place, 710 E. Lombard St., Baltimore, MD 21202
Stop by for a free giveaway and toiletry kit.

Dining with BCCC Panthers: Community Dinner & Resource Fair
Thursday, November 20 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Dining Hall, Main Building, Liberty Campus
Join us for an evening of community fellowship, dinner, and resource sharing. This event is open to the public and free of charge.

BCCC remains committed to addressing the basic needs of its students and surrounding community — ensuring that hunger is never a barrier to education or success.

If you would like additional information, please email studentlife@bccc.edu.