
Established in 1991, our grassroots, nonprofit organization exists as a safety net for the working poor. We have become the last stop when traditional support programs fail or turn them away. No paperwork, no judgements, no rejections and no waiting. We offer immediate help directly to families and individuals or by assisting caseworkers, clergy and community activists. Donated goods and services are the core of our programs and allow us to support over 100 recipient agencies and charitable organizations.

MISSION STATEMENT
We strive to lead efforts in alleviating hunger in communities by linking vital resources to families and individuals in need.
MEET OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Cathy L. Holstrom
Cathy is a native Marylander and has lived in Anne Arundel County for twenty years. She has strong ties to the community and believes strongly in giving back. Joining Food Link as the Program Director in 1993, she became the Executive Director in 2001. "What we do isn't glamorous but it is absolutely life sustaining to our struggling neighbors. Hunger doesn't discriminate and neither does Food Link. It is no small thing to touch a life and we know that every single day, our programs help families, individuals, children and the elderly. More than food and other essentials, we provide nourishment, comfort and hope."
You can contact Cathy at cathy@foodlinkmaryland.org.

MEET OUR DIRECTOR OF VOLUNTEER OPERATIONS
Paula D. Gordon
Paula is a midwesterner who moved to the Annapolis area in 1991. She joined Food Link in 1995 as Director of Volunteer Operations. "I have the best job in the world. It is very rewarding to work with these wonderful people who give their time and talents to help their struggling neighbors. All throughout the county these volunteers bring nourishment and hope to families in need. I feel honored to work with them and consider them my heroes. They are the heart and soul of Food Link and are why we succeed in our mission to alleviate hunger in our community."
You can contact Paula at paula@foodlinkmaryland.org.
Meet Paula's Volunteers!
Pantry Coordinator - Kathy DuBeau 410-897-3943
Publicity - Cathy Deighan 410-991-6317
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Donna Davidson
Christina Eichenmuller
Gail Feirstein
Marie Friedland
Mary Giolitti
Jacqueline Lanier
Ginny Meerman
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Maureen Phillips
Susan F. Smith
Julie St. Marie
Diana Taylor
Claret Vega
Linda K. Wetz
David Yates |
AWARDS
Food Link is nationally recognized for our ability to deliver valuable services at minimal cost. Our Wholesale Produce Program has been honored by the Institute for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research at the University of Southern California School of Medicine as the most cost efficient in the United States.
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| 2007 |
Cathy Holstrom- TWIN Honoree |
| 2004 |
Nominated for Anne Arundel County NonProfit of the Year |
| 2003 |
Anne Arundel County Community Trustee Award |
| 2002 |
Turner A. Duncan Memorial Award |
| 2000 |
Honorable Mention, National Make a Difference Day |
| 1999 |
Winner, National Make a Difference Day |
| 1998 |
Exchange Program Award, Teaching Japanese Educators About Volunteer Programs |
| 1997 |
Excellence in Food Rescue Award, presented by Food Chain, the National Association of Prepared and Perishable Food Rescue Programs |
| 1996 |
Mickey Leeland Victory Against Hunger Congressional Award |
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