Prince George's County Department of Social Services

04/09/2026

📢 Attention: All Prince George’s County Department of Social Services offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th, 2026, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026.

We hope Prince Georgians take this opportunity to disconnect, recharge, and enjoy time with family, friends, and loved ones. Whether you’re enjoying a cookout, spending time outdoors, traveling, or simply relaxing at home, we wish you a safe, restful, and enjoyable Labor Day weekend!

20/08/2026

Maryland SUN Bucks are back — most families do not need to apply!

Most families receiving SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid with school-aged children are automatically enrolled in the SUN Bucks program. If you have not received your SUN Bucks card yet, please call 1-800-332-6347 and select ‘SUN Bucks’. To learn more about eligibility, visit dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks.

19/08/2026

17/08/2026

Each month, every benefit dollar counts for so many families living in Prince George’s County. Maryland Department of Human Services Chief Information Officer, Dr. Dave Sloan joined Fox 5 DC to explain how Maryland is fighting benefit theft and fraud with new chip-and-tap EBT cards just like many of the credit cards you're already familiar with. Learn more with our latest blog at socialservices.mypgc.us.

Here’s what you can do now:
📪 All 500K new EBT cards are in the mail. Be on the lookout for your new card.
✅ Activate your new card before September 30th, 2026, when all previous magstripe cards will stop working. Follow the enclosed instructions in your mailer to activate.
➡️ Please remember to stay on the line once the system says “invalid” following you entering your new card number.

14/08/2026

Recently, Prince George’s County’s Office of Child Support hosted the 4th Annual Expungement & Resource Fair, bringing together valuable resources and opportunities to help Prince George’s County residents move forward. In addition to the wonderful support from the Maryland DHS, community partners including Employ Prince George’s, A Father's Place PG County, mdlegalaid, NAMI Prince George’s, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, and Career Team were on-site to connect residents with critical services.

We are proud to support opportunities that connect residents with the resources, support, and services they need to overcome barriers and take the next step toward stability and self-sufficiency.

13/08/2026

Director Jennifer Amaya Thompson joined leaders from across Maryland at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Summer Conference in Ocean City, Maryland.

The conference provided an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and strengthen partnerships with leaders working to move our communities forward. Director Thompson connected with Prince Georges County Government e-Community leadership, including CAO Maxene Bardwell and Director of Central Services David Byrd.

These conversations reflect the power of collaboration and our shared commitment to building a stronger Prince George’s County and creating meaningful impact for the residents and communities we serve. Together, we can elevate Prince George’s County.

13/08/2026

Director Jennifer Amaya Thompson represented the Prince George’s County Department of Social Services at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Summer Conference in Ocean City, Maryland, held August 12–15 at the Roland Powell Convention Center.

This year’s conference, themed “Building What’s Next,” brings together nearly 3,000 local, state, and federal government officials for networking, collaboration, and meaningful conversations about the future of Maryland communities.

During the conference, Director Amaya Thompson connected with leaders and partners from Prince George’s County and across the state, including colleagues from PGCDSS’ parent organization, Maryland DHS. These conversations provided opportunities to strengthen partnerships, share ideas, and explore ways to continue advancing services and resources for the communities we serve.

11/08/2026

Maryland is now just the 4th state in the nation to roll out more secure EBT cards for benefits recipients. Families who rely on SNAP and cash benefits each month can now enjoy tap-to-pay capabilities and more secure transactions with the modern chip upgrades. Watch Maryland Department of Human Services Chief Information Officer explain more on Fox 5 DC.

📪 Look out for your new card in the mail and follow the enclosed instructions to activate. Please remember to stay on the line once the system says “invalid” following you entering your new card number. Learn more with our latest blog at socialservices.mypgc.us.

11/08/2026

Some Prince George’s County families may be leaving money for groceries on the table each month this summer. 🥕

The Prince George's County Department of Social Services administers the Maryland SUN Bucks Program, helping Prince George’s County families with school-aged children who receive free or reduced-price meals buy groceries during the summer break.

MOST qualifying families with school-aged children are automatically enrolled and do not need to apply. If you were automatically enrolled, your program enrollment letter or letter of eligibility should have come in the mail. If you have not received your SUN Bucks card yet, please call 1-800-332-6347 and select ‘SUN Bucks’.

Find out if your family qualifies today at: dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks.

10/08/2026

We celebrated the continued impact of a partnership dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for the young people we serve at the Career Team’s Summer Youth Graduation Ceremony. This marks our second summer working alongside the Career Team, and we are incredibly grateful for their continued commitment to empowering youth through workforce development and career exploration.

During the celebration, our Director, Jennifer Amaya Thompson, and the Deputy Assistant Director of Child, Adult, and Family Services, Zenobia Moore, shared remarks recognizing the accomplishments of our participants and the importance of investing in opportunities that help young people build confidence, skills, and pathways toward future success.

This summer, 18 youth participated in the program, gaining hands-on experience in customer service roles while developing essential workplace skills across different industries. Participants strengthened their communication, professionalism, punctuality, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities, which are skills that will continue to support them throughout their educational and career journeys. Many shared that they completed the program feeling more confident, better prepared for future employment opportunities, and grateful for the chance to gain experience in a supportive professional environment.

Congratulations to our participants for your dedication, hard work, and willingness to embrace new challenges. Your commitment made this program a success, and we are proud of all you accomplished this summer!

A special thank you to the Career Team and Employ Prince George’s for your partnership, guidance, and dedication to creating opportunities that help our youth thrive. Together, we are building stronger pathways to success for the next generation. 🤝