Shift Work Forward has released a new report that examines the challenge of fixing the system by focusing on educators as the central solution. The Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative (BWFC) is a national partner of Shift Work Forward, which was formerly known as the National Fund for Workforce Solutions. READ MORE
Although the environment this session was a difficult one due to the state’s ongoing budget woes, the Horizon Foundation was proud to join with our partners to successfully advocate for a number of policies to protect and strengthen public health here in Maryland. READ MORE
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) distributed a record $346,263 in grant funding to 47 area nonprofits through its annual Community Needs grant cycle. READ MORE
The Greater Washington Community Foundation is excited to announce $1,267,000 in grants awarded through its Sharing Community Funds this past cycle. READ MORE
The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC) recently awarded $87,673 to 12 local nonprofits. READ MORE
The organizations supporting the announced awards included two members of Maryland Philanthropy Network (MPN): The Sherman Family Foundation and The Bainum Family Foundation. READ MORE
This year’s Annual Results Report from The Annie E. Casey Foundation arrives at a time when families and communities across the country are navigating tremendous stress and uncertainty. READ MORE
Collective Giving of Anne Arundel County (CGAACo) announced its official launch as a community-led giving circle and a component fund of the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC). READ MORE
The Fund for Educational Excellence (The Fund) will support pre-college opportunities for Baltimore City students; more than $250,000 raised to date. READ MORE
The Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF), a nonprofit organization that connects people who are passionate about their community and purposeful in their philanthropy, has awarded Legacy Forward Grants to 19 organizations across Baltimore City and County to support public programming connected to the 250th anniversary of the United States. READ MORE
The National Fund for Workforce Solutions, a supporter of the Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative, rebrands as Shift Work Forward. READ MORE
This summer, 54 youth-serving organizations will receive nearly $7 million in grant funding from the Baltimore Summer Funding Collaborative, supported by a network including the Annie E. Casey Foundation. READ MORE
SECU MD Foundation, an independent nonprofit affiliated with SECU, has been awarded a prestigious Diamond Award in Website Redesign by the America’s Credit Unions organization. READ MORE
Dr. Glenn Schneider, Chief Program Officer at the Horizon Foundation, reflects on the challenges public health has faced in recent years, including the pandemic, health disinformation, and cuts to vital services, which have negatively impacted many Marylanders. READ MORE
Danista E. Hunte, President and CEO of Maryland Philanthropy Network, reflects on the Lean Funder Regional Gathering, hosted in partnership with Exponent Philanthropy. READ MORE
At MileOne Autogroup, which is the largest automotive sales and service network in the Mid-Atlantic, wellness programs focus on social, physical, emotional, and financial health, with an emphasis on employees' financial well-being. READ MORE
An effective youth strategy depends on consistent opportunities, delivered by local organizations. The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund provides long-term funding and professional development to strengthen these organizations' capacity. READ MORE
The event itself, organized by United Way of Central Maryland in partnership with Wellpoint Maryland, brought volunteers and community leaders together to read with students and distribute books that children could take home. READ MORE
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is pleased to announce two grants totaling $45,000, including a $25,000 grant from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. These funds will strengthen the local safety net for families and seniors facing urgent financial hardship across the Lower Eastern Shore. READ MORE
The opening comes after a $20 million investment announced in April 2024 from the Baltimore Ravens, the Bisciotti Family Foundation, and the M&T Bank Charitable Foundation to support College Track's presence in Baltimore READ MORE
With nearly ten years at the Greater Washington Community Foundation, Rebecca Rothey has transformed how donors view generosity, legacy, and impact throughout her distinguished career in philanthropy. READ MORE
Melissa Curtin, President & CEO of the Community Foundation of Howard County, has been named one of The Daily Record’s 2026 Top 100 Women. READ MORE
More than 150 donors, nonprofit leaders, and community partners gathered for the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County’s Annual Celebration & Pink Party - celebrating The Power of WE: Courageous Philanthropy for Complex Times and the impact that happens when women come together to invest in women and girls in our community. READ MORE
Through Stronger Schools and Stronger Neighborhoods grantmaking, Baltimore Community Foundation is helping organizations use arts and culture as tools to improve education outcomes and revitalize neighborhoods, creating more opportunity for students and residents alike. READ MORE
The Baltimore Women’s Giving Circle has united women for over 25 years to create change through collective giving, supporting organizations that enhance opportunities for women and families in Baltimore. READ MORE
A philanthropic nonprofit like the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County doesn’t learn about its community from behind a desk. Truly understanding local needs begins with showing up, listening closely, attending events, and working alongside nonprofit leaders and partner organizations to learn where challenges and opportunities overlap. READ MORE
Read the commentary by Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi, President of the Mizrahi Family Charitable Fund, on nonprofit disability inclusion. READ MORE
The Baltimore Summer Funding Collaborative (SFC), which is supported by a network that includes 16 MPN members, announced its 2026 summer grant recipients, to 57 programs across 54 organizations serving young people throughout Baltimore City. READ MORE
Typically, The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore performs a community survey that covers demographics and other data every 10 years. This year, it released a survey conducted from early June to late July of 2025, outside of the usual once-a-decade release pattern. READ MORE
Energy executive Rodney Oddoye chairs United Way of Central Maryland, drawing on long community ties and mentoring efforts to guide its 100th year. READ MORE
Reimagine, formerly the Greater Washington Workforce Development Collaborative, is sunsetting after 17 years of impact as the Greater Washington Community Foundation focuses on economic mobility programs that provide resources, training, and skills development to the community. READ MORE
The Horizon Foundation stands firm in its commitment to anti-racism and emphasizes the need for ongoing advocacy against structural injustices. READ MORE
Leadership Maryland has announced its Class of 2026, featuring 53 leaders dedicated to improving the state. READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
The Horizon Foundation was featured as a case study in Listen to Community, a new initiative led by the Fund for Shared Insight that seeks to engage funders in listening practices that shift power to impacted communities! READ MORE
These projects will improve the safety and reliability of drinking water infrastructure, modernize stormwater management systems, and preserve historic sites in communities across READ MORE
Three Maryland Philanthropy Network colleagues were named to the Baltimore Banner's 2026 Emerging Leaders list. READ MORE
Families in Frederick County will have increased access to nutritious meals through $500,000 in Food Equity and Emergency Distribution (FEED) grants, administered in partnership with the Frederick County Government and The Community Foundation of Frederick County. READ MORE
Communities are central to this development, but The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation recognizes that they often lack the necessary resources and capacity to implement these projects independently. READ MORE
The Rural Maryland Council is pleased to announce its return to Annapolis for Rural Maryland Day. READ MORE
Youth justice systems are changing to better support young people. The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released tools to help local systems improve. READ MORE
On Maternal Health Awareness Day, the Greater Washington Community Foundation and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield announced $2.2 million in grants from the Developing Families Maternal Health Fund. READ MORE
The Horizon Foundation is excited to evolve its investment strategy, embracing opportunities that truly reflect its strong values of diversity, equity, and inclusion! READ MORE
The Meyer Foundation understands that one of its most meaningful roles is to resource its community partners in their pursuit of liberation. READ MORE
The Baltimore Community Foundation announced strategic grants to five organizations using innovative, fitness-forward approaches to support youth in Baltimore. READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
2025 was a year full of big milestones for Greater Washington Community Foundation and its community of changemakers. Here are some of the most meaningful milestones from 2025. READ MORE
A vibrant Baltimore with a strong economy is built through investment in people, their skills, and their capacity to contribute to their communities. The Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) envisions a thriving city for all, supporting job training and credentialing programs that empower residents and foster lasting economic mobility. READ MORE
The Black Philanthropy Circle of Howard County (BPCHoCo) has announced that the S.T.A.N.D. Mentorship Program is its first grant recipient. Founded in December 2023 as part of the ... READ MORE
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE
As Maryland continues to confront the deepening impacts of the nationwide disruption to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to federal funding delays and policy changes related to H.R. 1, food assistance organizations are reporting historic increases in demand. In the last two months, Maryland Philanthropy Network members and partners coordinated $4.3M in additional funding to support statewide food access to help meet the increased demand and changes in services. READ MORE
James Wahls, founder of the Revolve Fund, fiscally hosted at Maryland Philanthropy Network, explains how recoverable grants expand capital access for marginalized... READ MORE
The recent mass shooting at a Chanukah celebration at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia is a painful reminder of the threats Jewish communities continue to face around the world.
In light... READ MORE
Thank you to everyone who renewed their Maryland Philanthropy Network membership for 2026! READ MORE
The Baltimore Jewish Council and The Associated are shocked, saddened and outraged by today’s terrorist attack against the Australian Jewish community during a celebration of Chanukah.... READ MORE
Kaiser Permanente recently announced awarding $1.232 million in grants to 19 community organizations and nonprofits for programs between October and December 2025. READ MORE
For decades, service and conservation corps have connected young people to quality careers while helping vital industries fill critical workforce gaps. These programs equip young... READ MORE
