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While we encourage you to attend programs in person, please know remote participation is available for most programs, unless otherwise noted. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. If we can assist you with special accommodations in order to participate in an event please contact Elisabeth Hyleck, Director of Learning and Engagement.

 

Upcoming Events

24Oct2019
2019 Giving Circle Gathering: Incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into Your Circle’s Work
Thursday, October 24, 2019 -
10:00am to 2:30pm

Giving circle leaders are invited to the Eleventh Annual Giving Circle Gathering. The dozens of giving circles in our region will gather together to connect and learn from one another about a variety of issues important to giving circles.
EVENT TYPE:
Network Building
TOPIC:
Equity, Diversity and InclusionGrantmaking Strategy & ToolsInformation Technology
AUDIENCE:
Giving Circles
31Oct2019
The Promise of Free Community College in Maryland: Where are we now?
Thursday, October 31, 2019 -
9:30am to 11:00am

The Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship Program became available to applicants beginning with the 2019-2020 academic year. The Promise Scholarship creates opportunities for students to attend one of Maryland’s public community colleges by providing tuition assistance for any student... Read More

EVENT TYPE:
Community Issues
FUNDING AREA:
Education: Higher educationEmployment/Workforce development
AUDIENCE:
Education FundersMembers OnlyWorkforce Development Funders
1Nov2019
Making it Real: The Link Between Issue Organizing, Ballot Initiatives, and Building Power
Friday, November 1, 2019 -
2:00pm to 3:00pm

When looking at our issue advocacy strategies, how can we strengthen our understanding of evolving concepts like ballot initiatives, organizing, and direct action that together advance this work for the long term?  Join us for a conversation moderated by Julie Fernandes... Read More

EVENT TYPE:
Webinar/Teleconference
FUNDING AREA:
Advocacy
TOPIC:
Democracy and Social Sector
AUDIENCE:
All Funders
5Nov2019
Kirwan: Deep Dive into Advocacy
Tuesday, November 5, 2019 -
12:00pm to 2:00pm

This legislative session, we have a once in a generation opportunity to build a world-class education system in Maryland. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, widely known as the Kirwan Commission, is slated to bring $255 million into classrooms this coming year. But where will these funds go... Read More

EVENT TYPE:
Community Issues
FUNDING AREA:
AdvocacyEducation
TOPIC:
Kirwan Commission
AUDIENCE:
Education Funders
6Nov2019
Focus on City Schools: Check-In with Tina Hike-Hubbard
Wednesday, November 6, 2019 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm

Join us for an informal conversation to catch up with Tina Hike-Hubbard. Since starting as City Schools’ new Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer in February, Tina and her team have been working tirelessly to shape an outreach strategy that truly welcomes families as partners... Read More

EVENT TYPE:
Committee Meeting
FUNDING AREA:
Education
TOPIC:
Focus on City Schools
AUDIENCE:
Education FundersMembers Only
7Nov2019
Community Science and Air Monitoring Networks
Thursday, November 7, 2019 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm

Community Science is a research technique that encourages scientific democracy, accessibility, and accuracy through crowdsourced data collection. Community science can take many forms; however, the primary goal of this technique is to equip communities with the knowledge and tools that allow... Read More

EVENT TYPE:
Community Issues
FUNDING AREA:
Behavioral HealthEnvironment/SustainabilityHealth Access and Care
AUDIENCE:
Behavioral Health FundersGreen FundersHealth Funders

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