Md. Code, Human Services § 6–409

(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Administering agency” means an entity that the Department approves in accordance with § 6-414 of this subtitle to administer the Program at the county level.

(c) (1) “Emergency food provider” means a nonprofit organization or an organization operated by a local government that provides food at no charge to needy individuals.

(2) “Emergency food provider” includes:

(i) a soup kitchen; and

(ii) a food pantry.

(d) “Program” means the Maryland Emergency Food Program.