Each year brings new opportunities for the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) to grow its presence and increase its positive impact in Baltimore City and Baltimore County. In 2023, after a period of significant growth at the foundation and after the intensity of the first couple of years of the COVID-19 pandemic had passed, the foundation turned its focus inward to develop and launch Inspire, its new strategic plan. READ MORE
In the 2021-22 school year, only one in three fourth graders in the United States was reading at grade level, only one in four eighth graders was proficient in math, and rates of chronic absence... READ MORE
A new partnership to address homelessness in Baltimore will grow the city’s supply of affordable housing with services to help people remain stable.
Over the next three years, the... READ MORE
The Annie E. Casey Foundation is saddened to share that Patrice Cromwell, vice president of the Foundation’s Center for Economic Opportunity, passed away on Aug. 27, 2024, after a long illness. Cromwell, who spent nearly 20 years at the Foundation, led its investments to improve financial stability and educational and economic prospects for children, young people and families. READ MORE
Racial equity is crucial to effective philanthropy, and lean foundations—those with few or no staff—are uniquely positioned to make a significant impact. Exponent Philanthropy's 2024 publication, “Racial Equity in Lean Foundations: The Lean Funder’s Equity Journey,” delves into how these foundations are incorporating racial equity into their work to drive better decisions, achieve more equitable outcomes, and amplify their philanthropic impact. READ MORE
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The Washington Association of Black Journalists (WABJ) is thrilled to announce that VoicesDMV, an initiative of the Greater Washington Community Foundation, has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the Dr. Sheila Brooks Community Impact Award. This award recognizes the community engagement initiative’s commitment to amplifying the voices and needs of underrepresented communities across the D.C. metropolitan area. READ MORE
The Bainum Family Foundation recently announced its largest investment ever: a $100 million, five-year commitment for early childhood education. With this funding, “the foundation... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
More than a million dollars was raised over 24 hours by a social change organization based in Baltimore.
According to a social media post by CLLCTIVLY, which calls itself “a place-based... READ MORE
We are proud to share our Baltimore Workforce Funder Collaborative, along with our local partners, was included among the awardees of The Families and Workers Fund Powering Climate & Infrastructure Careers Challenge! Totaling more than $12 million in grant funding and technical assistance, the Challenge awards will help community organizations and state and local governments tackle the serious workforce challenges facing the United States on its path toward a sustainable economy and 21st-century infrastructure. READ MORE
“In the U.S., Black women are three to four times more likely to die... READ MORE
The Women's Giving Circle of Howard County is proud to continue support for Black Philanthropy Month (BPM), observed every August.
The primary aims of BPM are... READ MORE
Baltimore is brimming with potential, but because of historic segregation, disinvestment, and persistent racial discrimination, we have yet to fully realize all we can be. The Abell Foundation is committed to improving health, economic, and educational outcomes in Baltimore City so that all people can thrive. READ MORE
According to national data from the Annie E. Casey Foundation, ... READ MORE
This resource provides context about the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s approach to ensuring equity in its evaluation and research efforts, insights into how the Foundation incorporated these... READ MORE
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 80% of all maternal deaths are preventable. In Maryland, Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than their white... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
Today, the Maryland State Board of Education voted unanimously to elect Dr. Joshua Michael as President and Dr. Monica Goldson as Vice President for the 2024-2025 term.
Dr... READ MORE
The Bainum Family Foundation announced a $100 million commitment to funding early childhood issue areas over the next five years — the largest single commitment in the foundation’s 56-year history. With this investment, the Foundation is doubling down on its mission to create lasting systems change for the well-being of children and families. READ MORE
Maternal and child health has been in the news a lot recently, for all the wrong reasons. The maternal mortality rate in the United States is rising, and racial disparities are widening over time... READ MORE
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A comprehensive survey of kinship care policies identifies increasing efforts by states, Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico to promote kinship care and support... READ MORE
July is Disability Pride Month, marking the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This groundbreaking civil rights law was passed in July 1990 and prohibits discrimi... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
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On behalf of the six foundations in the Baltimore-based Blaustein Philanthropic Group (BPG), we are pleased to announce that Regan E. Ralph ... READ MORE
“May the dignity of your fellow be as dear to you as your own.”
For me, this verse from Pirkei Avot has always been the essence of the work of many funders committed to ... READ MORE
The 35th edition of the Annie E. Casey Foundation's KIDS COUNT® Data Book examines the unprecedented declines in student math and reading proficiency ... READ MORE
First recognized by the United Nations in 1973, June 5 marks World Environment Day. In honor of this occasion, the Bainum Family Foundation celebrates the remarkable work of its... READ MORE
JPMorgan Chase is investing $8.45 million in nonprofit organizations and initiatives in Baltimore to help residents boost access to affordable homeownership and increase wealth... READ MORE
Every day we show the world who we are through what we choose to wear. Color, cut and clothing choice are extremely personal forms of self-expression. For the LGBTQ+ community, particularly the... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
In a pair of companion reports released today by the Abell Foundation, researchers from the University of Maryland examine the current state of police-community relations in... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
2023 was an exciting year for the Annie E. Casey Foundation as they celebrated several remarkable milestones. First, they entered their75th year of service to children, youth and families. In... READ MORE
The Greater Washington Community Foundation is excited to announce $910,000 in grants awarded through its Sharing Community Funds this past cycle.
The Sharing Community Funds bring... READ MORE
Only about 40% of Baltimore public school graduates enroll in college, and many of them will not complete a four-year degree. The Baltimore Ravens, the Stephen and Renee... READ MORE
Leaders of several intermediary organizations share how they envision their role within—and how they ultimately hope to upend—the philanthropic landscape.
In November 2022,... READ MORE
Over the past 2 years, Exponent Philanthropy worked with six foundations to survey more than 400 nonprofits to learn what lean funders do well and where they can improve.
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Americans don’t understand philanthropy, and the sector’s own messaging is a big part of the problem. The Council on Foundation's new report with the Center for Public Interest Communications, is the largest study to date on philanthropy and its narratives. The report shares science-backed strategies from their research that build understanding and trust. READ MORE
Baltimore has a rich history of developing its children and communities through sports – from the childhood of Babe Ruth to the proliferation of recreation centers in the 1960s and ‘70s, from the... READ MORE
The Maryland Legal Services Corporation, established in 1982 by the Maryland General Assembly and distributes funds from the Interest... READ MORE
This new national research report from the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, Colmena-Consulting, and Philanthropy Together explores the transformative impact of collective giving on philanthropy. The report underscores collective giving groups’ role in reshaping philanthropic practices, fostering social connections, and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being struck by the 984-foot-long cargo ship, the Dali, early in the morning on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. As we do during times of disaster, Maryland Philanthropy Network will serve as a clearinghouse for resources and information about relief and recovery efforts. This page will be updated as new information is received, so please check it regularly. READ MORE
Maryland Philanthropy Network member, Khalilah Slater Harrington from Baltimore Gas and Electric Company, was honored by The Daily Record as a recipient... READ MORE
Governor Wes Moore announced the Maryland Council on Innovation and Impact members. Established by ... READ MORE
The idea behind the Community Foundation of Harford County (CFHC) is simple: to build a substantial, permanent fund from contributions both large and small and use the income it generates to meet... READ MORE
Established by MacKenzie Scott to share a financial fortune created through the effort of countless people, Yield Giving is named after a belief in adding value... READ MORE
Jennifer Farrell, Community Foundation of Harford County, was honored by I95 BUSINESS as a 2024 Woman of Influence.
Women leaders are featured in every issue of... READ MORE
A comprehensive survey of kinship care policies identifies increasing efforts by states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico to promote kinship care and support kinship caregivers of children... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi, co-founder of the Mizrahi Family Charitable Fund, recently penned a guest commentary published in Maryland Matters advocating... READ MORE
Evictions in Maryland are nearing pre-pandemic highs, with more than 18,000 households evicted in the first ten months of 2023, compared to just over 19,000 in the first ten months of 2019. ... READ MORE
The Donor Advised Fund Research Collaborative (DAFRC) is a consortium of academic and nonprofit researchers. Working across institutions, the collaborative is leading a 30-month, comprehensive... READ MORE
The Foundation Operations and Management Report from Exponent Philanthropy is the only resource of its kind for foundations operating with few or no staff. The report... READ MORE
The recent sharp drop in homicides and other crimes in certain cities across the country is welcome news. Data provided by the FBI show that Los Angeles, Detroit and other places that for years... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
