October 31, 2025
WHEATON, MD (October 2025) — Governor Wes Moore visited the Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center (FWCC) on October 23rd — the nation’s first workforce center dedicated to supporting displaced federal workers and contractors.
This visit served as a powerful follow-up to the center’s recent ribbon cutting on October 9, shining much-needed attention on an initiative that disproportionately impacts Montgomery County and the surrounding region.
During a roundtable discussion with WorkSource Montgomery leadership, Maryland Secretary of Labor Portia Wu, Congressman Glenn Ivey, Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart, two federal workers who successfully re-entered the workforce with FWCC’s support, and other local officials, Governor Moore heard firsthand how the center is already making a measurable difference for residents affected by the federal workforce reductions and recent government shutdown.
Key topics of discussion included:
- Expanding access to rental and tuition assistance
- Strengthening local food bank resources
- Supporting residents impacted by the halt of SNAP benefits during the shutdown
It was clear that Governor Moore’s visit was more than ceremonial — it was an opportunity to hear firsthand from those affected and to understand how the State can best support Montgomery County residents during this challenging time.
Governor Moore emphasized the importance of standing with Marylanders during this period of uncertainty:
“It’s important that every Marylander knows that they are going to have every one of us who are going to fight for them. While the federal government continues to fight our people, we’re going to remind the federal government that we’re going to fight for them and protect them,” said Governor Moore. “The Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center reflects what public servants should actually do — each and every one of you coming in every day and making sure our people are supported. The public servants who are helping public servants. This is a joint effort between the private sector, the state government, and local government—resources coming from all across the board to support public servants who actually believe in public service.”
The Mobilize Montgomery FWCC, launched in partnership with WorkSource Montgomery, is already making a difference, providing essential services to individuals and families navigating employment loss due to federal workforce reductions. This unique center is a model for regional collaboration, connecting residents to the resources, training, and guidance needed to get back to work and move forward with confidence.
Read the full press release here.
Photo Credit: Joe Andrucyk, Executive Office of the Governor
How to Access FWCC Services
Montgomery County residents affected by federal workforce reductions can begin receiving services today.
To Get Started:
1. Register at mwejobs.maryland.gov
2. Upload proof of Montgomery County residency, work eligibility, and separation documents
3. Complete the FWCC Intake Form at bit.ly/enrollfwcc
Note: All documents must be unexpired and uploaded to MWE prior to your appointment.
FWCC Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location:
Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center
11510 Georgia Avenue, Suite 101
Wheaton, MD 20902
Free parking is available, and the center is an 11-minute walk from the Wheaton Metro Station. While walk-ins are accepted, the FWCC recommends making an appointment.
For support or assistance, email fwcc@worksourcemontgomery.com or call 240-283-1509.
For more information, please visit mobilize-montgomery.com/fwcc
About Mobilize Montgomery
Mobilize Montgomery is a collaboration that brings together state and local governments and private sector partners in Montgomery County, Maryland, including: The Montgomery County Government, the Maryland Department of Labor, WorkSource Montgomery, the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation, the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Rockville Economic Development Incorporated, City of Rockville, City of Gaithersburg, the City of Gaithersburg’s Office of Economic Development, the Maryland Women’s Business Center, Montgomery County African American Chamber of Commerce, the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and local chambers of commerce for Rockville, Olney, Greater Silver Spring, Greater Bethesda, and Gaithersburg-Germantown. Launched in March 2025, Mobilize Montgomery was created to provide streamlined support, connecting employers and employees to financial assistance, workforce programs, and business continuity resources.