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Programs in Maryland
Maryland programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Maryland Department of Human Services
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
In Maryland, SNAP is called Food Supplement Program.
The Food Supplement Program is Maryland's name for SNAP and helps eligible households buy food with an EBT card.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
Maryland Department of Human Services
Maryland SUN Bucks
SUN Bucks gives eligible school-aged children food benefits for the summer break.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaper
Maryland Department of Health
Maryland WIC
WIC provides healthy food, nutrition support, and referrals for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhoneIn person
Maryland State Department of Education
Free and Reduced-Price School Meals
Eligible students can receive free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch at school.
Ways to apply:PaperIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
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