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Free Tax Assistance Available at County Libraries Through Tax Day

Montgomery County volunteers offer free tax filing help at public libraries and via VITA through the April 15 tax deadline.

Evans· Mar 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Shebra Evans — “March Recap”
Mar 27
Health & Human Services

Council Hearing April 7: $3M Emergency Family Shelter Appropriation

Council considers Supplemental Appropriation #26-14 of $3.06M for DHHS Emergency Family Shelter Services from General Fund reserves.

Montgomery County Council· Mar 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on April 7 and 14, 2026”
Mar 27
Health & Human Services

County Prepares $3.99M Lighthouse Immigrant Services Grant, Launches April 1

The FY27 Lighthouse Grant Program, expected to launch April 1, offers ~$3.99M for coordinated immigrant services countywide.

OGM· Mar 26, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 26
Health & Human Services

County to Fund $150K Grant for Youth Substance Prevention Curriculum

DHHS plans a late-April 2026 launch for up to $150K in grants for evidence-based prevention programming for grades 4–6.

OGM· Mar 26, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 26
Health & Human Services

County to Launch $100K Fentanyl Overdose Reduction Grant in April

DHHS will launch the FY26 Fentanyl Use, Overdose, and Death Reduction Grant Program in April 2026 with $100K in opioid abatement funds.

OGM· Mar 26, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 26
Health & Human Services

County to Launch $100K Community Gardening Grant in Late March

$100,000 in FY26 Resident and Community Gardening grants expected to launch late March 2026 for food-insecurity initiatives.

OGM· Mar 26, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Grant Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 26
Health & Human Services

Free Citizenship Clinic Set for April 11 at Wheaton Library

Eligible residents can receive free legal guidance on the U.S. citizenship screening and application process at Wheaton Library on April 11.

Fani-González· Mar 26, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Immigration Resources, this Friday at 2 …”
Mar 26
Health & Human Services

NAMIWalks Montgomery County 2026 Set for May 16 at Rio Lakefront

NAMI Montgomery County's annual fundraising walk runs May 16, 2026, from 9 AM–12 PM at the Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg.

Stewart· Mar 25, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Happy Spring and budget season”
Mar 25
Health & Human Services

Stewart Introduces Financial Exploitation Protection Act for Seniors

Expedited Bill 16-26 would expand Montgomery County's consumer protection tools against fraud targeting older and vulnerable residents.

Stewart· Mar 25, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Happy Spring and budget season”
Mar 25
Health & Human Services

Adventist HealthCare to Close Germantown Emergency Center July 1

Adventist HealthCare plans to close its Germantown Emergency Center on July 1, 2026, pending state approval, after 20 years of service.

Balcombe· Mar 25, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 25, 2026”
Mar 25
Health & Human Services

Multicultural Senior Services Fair Set for May 12 in Gaithersburg

A free multilingual senior services fair connecting seniors and caregivers with Medicaid, housing, food, and transportation resources runs May 12 in Gaithersburg.

DHHS· Mar 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 24th”
Mar 24
Health & Human Services

Office of Health Officer Issues Mumps, DC Water, Cancer Update

The latest health officer bulletin covers the DC Water Potomac Interceptor, mumps, colorectal cancer, and national health observances.

DHHS· Mar 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 24th”
Mar 24
Health & Human Services

LHI 'Parents in Action' Sessions Open to Latino Families

LHI is recruiting Latino parents of elementary-aged children for Spanish-language sessions on healthy development and substance use prevention.

DHHS· Mar 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 24th”
Mar 24
Health & Human Services

LHI Releases Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report

The Latino Health Initiative published its FY2025 annual report highlighting progress, partnerships, and community support work.

DHHS· Mar 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - March 24th”
Mar 24
Health & Human Services

FIC Sites Closed March 23–April 6; Reopen April 7

All Montgomery County Family Involvement Center sites are closed March 23–April 6, reopening Tuesday, April 7.

MCFIC· Mar 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: CLOSED/ CERRADO”
Mar 24
Health & Human Services

Citizenship Clinic Planned for April 11 in Montgomery County

A citizenship clinic co-hosted by the Governor's Office and county partners is scheduled for April 11 at the Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center.

Fani-González· Mar 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council President Natali Fani-González to Hold Press Briefing …”
Mar 23
Health & Human Services

County Lists Energy Bill Assistance Programs Amid Rising Costs

Several state and nonprofit programs offer credits, shut-off protection, and arrearage help to Montgomery County residents facing higher energy bills.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 3 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Health & Human Services

Free Monthly Divorce and Separation Law Classes Through June

Local family law attorneys lead free monthly classes on Maryland separation and divorce law, first Wednesday of each month through June 2026.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Health & Human Services

EC and HHS Committees Review DHHS Capital Improvements Program

Joint EC/HHS committee worksession on March 12 covered DHHS FY27–32 capital projects including childcare, wellness centers, and shelter infrastructure.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Health & Human Services

Citizenship Clinic Scheduled April 11 at Gilchrist Center

A citizenship clinic co-hosted by the Governor's Office of Immigrant Affairs and county partners is set for April 11.

Fani-González· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council President Natali Fani-González to Hold Press Briefing …”
Mar 20
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