Montgomery County Holiday Giving Project

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is among the largest agencies in Montgomery County government and is responsible for public health and human services that help address the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. DHHS regularly evaluates service delivery and outcomes to identify gaps and equitable service solutions which reduce disparities and improve individual, family and community health and social outcomes.

For over 30 years, the Holiday Giving Project (HGP) of Montgomery County, Maryland, has provided Thanksgiving and December holiday assistance to low-income households. A network of social workers, school counselors, and other human service professionals refer families and individuals in need of holiday assistance. And a network of faith organizations, nonprofits, local governments and businesses work together to collect donations and distribute them to families referred to the program.