For the uninitiated, “managing up” is a relatively new concept that takes traditional management structures and principles and turns them upside down. Simply put, managing up is defined as... READ MORE
The “Save Historic Antietam Foundation” in Washington County created an agency fund to help preserve historic sites. With a mission to preserve sites that are related to the Civil War, the... READ MORE
Today is #GivingTuesday, a beautiful day focused on generosity. It's become a global movement. Last #GivingTuesday, online donations... READ MORE
It’s the season of giving and what better way to give back than to donate to local non-profits that do great work right in our backyard. That’s the premise of the Shore Gives More. “We want... READ MORE
Through the Peace and Security Funding Index, Candid and the Peace and Security Funders Group aim to illuminate the field of peace and security grantmaking and provide a nuanced understanding of the issues and strategies peace and security funders support. READ MORE
The District is a magnet for some of the nation’s wealthiest
... READ MORE Renee Greene stood in the dining area of Lexington Market, concentrating on the paper questionnaire in her hand. On the second page, she paused. “Better parks, less trash on the... READ MORE
Edgar Villanueva, vice president of programs and advocacy at the Schott Foundation for Public Education and author of Decolonizing Wealth, and Hilary Giovale, community organizer and... READ MORE
From France-Merrick Foundation's first grant in 1960 to the present, they have been able to fund numerous remarkable organizations in the community. Last fiscal year (from July... READ MORE
The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County held their 19th Annual Celebration of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon Friday at the BWI Marriott in Linthicum.
Kent and Sue... READ MORE
Sitting on a pedestal at the unveiling of the Community Foundation of Frederick County’s annual report to the community was a time capsule. Stainless steel, with green Christmas... READ MORE
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Music Director Marin Alsop wanted to bring music to the city's schools. She didn't have enough money to do it so she turned to longtime philanthropists Robert... READ MORE
With the inaugural Diversity Among Philanthropic Professionals (DAPP) Survey, Funders for LGBTQ Issues asked participants to identify their role within their foundation, their age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, and disability status. This report, produced through a partnership between EPIP, CHANGE Philanthropy, and Funders for LGBTQ Issues, lays out the results of the DAPP survey in aggregate form. READ MORE
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce and the Baltimore Business Journal will present its business philanthropy awards to three Maryland businesses from noon to 2 p.m. Friday at the Renaissance... READ MORE
Nearly 200 people attended Chesapeake Charities’ 4th annual Celebration of Charity Thursday afternoon, Nov. 14, at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club in Stevensville.
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November begins the peak season for charitable giving in the United States. Over the next several months, donors and foundations will allocate billions of dollars to progressive causes. And this... READ MORE
Kaiser Permanente announced plans Tuesday a big expansion the Baltimore market as the health insurer triples the number of health care centers in the area and add... READ MORE
Persistent crime is the symptom of a lack of opportunity. A real leader would know that. A real leader also would know that public sector investment is at the root of economic development, which... READ MORE
As socially conscious consumerism grows in Baltimore, companies that are committed to job quality are seeing a competitive advantage. These business leaders understand their social mission as more... READ MORE
A key ingredient of success for any nonprofit is solid board governance. And that requires a blend of intellect, reputation, resources, and access — and that board members faithfully exercise... READ MORE
