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Dec 17, 2024 | Helping, Hunger Relief, Stories

For Jessica Nichols, the mission of Columbia Community Care isn’t just about feeding families—it’s about giving back to her younger self.

5 Myths About Food Insecurity in Howard County

Nov 11, 2024 | Hunger Relief, Stories

Food insecurity affects thousands of families in Howard County. Understanding the myths of food insecurity can help break the stigma.

Miller’s Grant Opens its Hands and Hearts to Columbia Community Care

Oct 1, 2024 | Community, Hunger Relief, Stories, Volunteer

Once a month, a group of volunteers from Miller’s Grant, a retirement community in Howard County, head to the Columbia Community Care food pantry to volunteer. “We started out with volunteers helping at the distribution site in Long Reach,” said Monica Fortner, who...

Transformative Journeys: Highlights from The Black August Summer Institute

Sep 16, 2024 | Stories, Youth

This summer, our young mentees and mentors from the STAND and PUSH programs traveled to Mexico for the Black August Summer Institute – a transformative experience hosted at Mud & Lotus Baja. This beautiful, palm tree-laden ranch set the scene for unforgettable...

Service with a Purpose: Delta Days at CCC

Sep 14, 2024 | Community, Hunger Relief, Stories, Volunteer

Every second Saturday, the Columbia, Maryland Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. can be found at Columbia Community Care’s (CCC) headquarters, sorting, packing, and distributing essential items for local families. The partnership between the sorority...

Strengthening Community through Circles: space for educators, young people, and families to connect

Sep 4, 2024 | Community, Stories

Circles for Those Who Mother provide a welcoming space for people to share experiences without seeking advice or solutions. Held monthy in partnership with the Restorative Justice Partnership at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center.

From Personal Experience to Community Action

5 Myths About Food Insecurity in Howard County

Miller’s Grant Opens its Hands and Hearts to Columbia Community Care

Transformative Journeys: Highlights from The Black August Summer Institute

Service with a Purpose: Delta Days at CCC

Strengthening Community through Circles: space for educators, young people, and families to connect

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