Ebenezer AME has and will always work to meet the needs of our community. Today, we are providing support to assist federal workers impacted by the most recent government furlough through a gift card giveaway (as we have done throughout COVID and previous government shut downs). Please note that a limited number of food gift cards are available on a first come, first serve basis. Supplies are limited. We will continue to work to do all we can to assist in the coming weeks and months.

Text COURAGE to 54244 to opt in for regular updates on available resources and assistance opportunities.

Go to ebenezerame.org and click on GIVE. Select "Fed Govt Shutdown" when giving.

• Capitol Area Food Bank – Providing food support to individuals and families in need.
• Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) – Members with established accounts and direct deposit may qualify for cash advances during the furlough period.
• Truist Bank – Customers with direct deposit accounts may also be eligible for cash advances for the immediate future.
• Utility Assistance (Maryland) – With a letter from your employer confirming furlough status, utility companies in Maryland are not interrupting services.
• Mortgage Assistance – With a furlough verification letter, mortgage companies may move the current month’s payment to the end of the loan term without penalty.

• Federal Government Shutdown Resources
• Maryland Department of Labor Resources
• MD Senator Angela Alsobrooks Information and FAQs
• MD Governor Wes Moore’s response to federal workers
• Prince George’s County, MD Press Release

• Office of People’s Counsel – A public law office representing residents of Maryland and Washington, D.C., that can assist with utility interruption issues.
• Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services (LARS) – Provides food and financial assistance to low-income and homeless individuals and families in northern Prince George’s County, including Laurel, Greenbelt, Beltsville, Berwyn Heights, Adelphi, Bladensburg, Hyattsville, and Riverdale.
• Requirements: Name, email address, phone number, and ID.
• Hours:
• Pantry open Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Evening hours Monday, 5:00–7:30 p.m.
• Fresh Produce Fridays begin at 9:30 a.m. (until supplies last).

School Meal Assistance: Breakfast and lunch programs are available for children of furloughed employees attending public schools. Please provide the child’s name and school information to access this support.

Ebenezer AME Church continues to partner with local, state, and federal officials to identify and provide additional resources and support for furloughed workers and their families.