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For more than ten years OMR, in conjunction with the Howard County Community Action Council, has helped more than 160 working families.

We’re the family and members of a Howard County, Maryland book club that read a disturbing account and decided to do something about it. In 2001′s “Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America” author Barbara Ehrenreich went undercover and put herself in the shoes of millions of Americans who work full time at low-wage or poverty-level jobs, including some first-timers seeking employment becau

04/24/2026

The One Month’s Rent initiative board is excited to welcome two outstanding new members to the board: Julia Hanold and Aly Kindig. Both bring deep roots in Howard County and a fresh, next-generation perspective that will strengthen our mission to expand access to housing assistance. Their energy, insight, and connection to the community come at a pivotal time, and we are confident their contributions will help drive meaningful impact for the individuals and families we serve.

New Board Members The One Month's Rent initiative board is excited to welcome two outstanding new members to the board: Julia Hanold and Aly Kindig. Both bring deep roots in Howard County and a fresh, next-generation perspective that will strengthen our mission to expand access to housing assistance. Their energ

11/18/2025

Catch Up with One Month's Rent
https://onemonthsrent.org/2025-newsletter/

Helping Families 03/29/2025

Thanks to Donations.
A single mother received childcare support from the child’s father, but after losing his job, he was unable to help with childcare, and she had to pick up that additional expense. Due to an auto accident, there were further unexpected expenses until the insurance company paid what was due. These added expenses caused her to be late with her rent and she received a Failure to Pay notification, which is part of the eviction process. The issues that caused this mother to fall behind in rent have been resolved. Thanks to you and your donations, One Month’s Rent was able to cover back housing expenses and help return the family to financial stability.

Helping Families 100% of your donations go to families in need. OMR's Board Members cover all operating costs. One Month’s Rent (OMR) works through the Howard County Community Action Council (CAC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. OMR is not a 501(c)(3) and CAC is. CAC screens applicants and ensures that qualified famili

03/21/2025

Urge your state Legislator’s to fully support SB 0666

Senate Bill 0666 is critical because it provides much-needed funding and support for Community Action Agencies, which serve thousands of families here in Howard County and across our state. This bill will help agencies like Community Action Council of Howard County expand services, increase staff wages, and build the capacity needed to meet growing community demand.

The Community Action Council of Howard County serves thousands of hard-working families each year through: Early Childhood Education (CAC is the county’s sole Head Start Provider), Food Assistance at the Howard County Food Bank and more than 17 partner pantries, Housing Assistance, Energy Assistance, and Weatherization Assistance (CAC operates the largest weatherization program in the state.

Community Action Agencies provide essential services – including housing assistance, job training, early childhood education, and energy assistance – helping families achieve self-sufficiency.
SB 0666 ensures stable funding and resources for agencies to continue delivering these services effectively.

Investing in Community Action Council of Howard County Action strengthens the entire state by reducing poverty, supporting workforce development, and improving economic stability.

03/18/2025

Uncertainty, Inability to Plan
Local agencies are suffering from federal upheavals

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