From where Barbara Ehrenreich sits, 2019 represents the latest sad act in an ongoing tragedy. Ehrenreich, the nation’s pre-eminent reporter on the dimming fortunes of the American working class,... READ MORE
We believe in the City of Baltimore and its people. Indeed, it is their initiative, resilience, and hard work that fuel and sustain the projects profiled in these pages. From the... READ MORE
In the last five to 10 years, it would seem as though Baltimore is finally emerging (at least economically) — from its slow, multi-decade decline. But if you’re a resident of one of... READ MORE
This weekend’s misinformed, racist tirades made it clear that Donald Trump doesn’t consider Baltimore part of his America. The Baltimore President Trump sees is a racist caricature of urban blight... READ MORE
Baltimore faces many challenges, but I believe most Baltimoreans would agree that the city’s No. 1 challenge is its murder (and shooting) rate.
When the subject is raised... READ MORE
Christmas in July has become a popular marketing theme in recent years. Store promotions, the Hallmark Channel’s run of holiday movies throughout the month, and other deals and incentives to buy... READ MORE
More than 200 people came to the Baltimore Convention Center Thursday morning to celebrate companies that are making a difference in Greater Baltimore.
The Baltimore Business Journal's... READ MORE
By almost any measure you choose, philanthropic giving in the US has grown exponentially in the past 25 years. Whether viewed by total contributions, number of donors, visibility,... READ MORE
A city of neighborhoods defined by compass points, Baltimore is known for its unique culture, but more widely for drugs and violence. West Baltimore came to national attention in 2015, with the... READ MORE
Based on a rigorous assessment of anchor strategies and 125 arts and culture organizations in 57 U.S. cities, The Overlooked Anchors: Advancing a New Standard of Practice for Arts and Culture... READ MORE
Maryland Philanthropy Network named Joyce Bartlett as its member engagement and services manager.
In her new role, Bartlett will cultivate and strengthen relationships... READ MORE
In 2010, the Horizon Foundation staff took a routine look at local health data and noticed some troubling trends. Data indicated that most deaths in our community were related to... READ MORE
Maryland Secretary of Commerce Kelly M. Schulz recently announced Easton as one of two new Arts and Entertainment Districts in Maryland. Easton will join 26 existing districts in the state in... READ MORE
The world of philanthropy has shown renewed interest in curbing racism and hate, and several grant makers have teamed up to urge more collective action. READ MORE
The Women’s Giving Circle of Harford County has awarded 13 grants in 2019, totaling $43,905, organization officials said Monday. Over the past nine years, the Women's Giving Circle has donated... READ MORE
July Fourth has come and gone, and we celebrated our country’s independence. This holiday also means that it’s summertime. Vacation travel is in full swing, and many people visit the battlefields... READ MORE
On Thursday, June 27th, the Supreme Court ruled to reject the federal administration justifications and blocked... READ MORE
The T. Rowe Price Foundation will distribute $2.7 million in grants under an ambitious, four-year initiative to boost educational, cultural and financial opportunities for residents of underserved... READ MORE
Every year, Open Society Institute – Baltimore releases an Impact Report to show the impact [their] work is having in Baltimore and the region, along with a list of [their] grants and donations,... READ MORE
A Mediterranean restaurant, retail and new offices for the Baltimore Community Foundation will open up as part of a new hub in Midtown by the end of the year.
The project... READ MORE
