A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE

In early 2025, nonprofits across the Greater Washington, DC region faced a perfect storm: sudden funding losses, rising demand for services, and deep uncertainty. A July survey of more than 240 local nonprofits found 38% had lost federal funding. Yet, far more, 61%, reported being affected by policy changes overall, showing the impact goes well beyond federal grant dollars. In response, the Greater Washington Community Foundation launched the Community Resilience Initiative to help nonprofits continue their work without disruption. From the outset, the initiative was anchored in flexibility, collaboration, and data. Based on insights from the survey and ongoing conversations with nonprofits, three things became clear early on. READ MORE

BCF President & CEO Shanaysha Sauls shares a heartfelt reflection on the late Mark Fetting, a rare civic leader whose vision, candor, and deep commitment... READ MORE

The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County held it’s annual grants event at The ARC. The group distributed $280,000 in funding to nonprofits that support programs that enable... READ MORE

In these times, it is crucial that organizations that protect Washington, D.C. residents’ fundamental freedoms from overreach and any occupying force are robustly funded.

These... READ MORE

A City at a Crossroads

What if all of Baltimore City became an enterprise zone?

The provocative notion may sound radical, but it... READ MORE

For the fifth consecutive year, The Daily Record offers readers a look at the 100 men and women who they believe are shaping our businesses, nonprofits, law firms and other key institutions. READ MORE

A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte. READ MORE

Some investors give money to a start-up with the hopes of recouping their investment with interest. Some investors give money to start-ups and nonprofits with the hopes that the initial investment... READ MORE

The Daily Record has announced its 2025 Influential Marylanders, honoring 52 recipients who are leaving their mark throughout the state. The list of honorees includes four Maryland Philanthropy Network members. READ MORE

The Meyer Foundation board of directors announced today the appointment of Janice Thomas as the foundation’s next president and CEO, a decision finalized by board... READ MORE

Not that long ago, the concept of swimming in Baltimore’s harbor seemed like a joke. Its waters were perennially plagued by discharges from the city’s sewage treatment... READ MORE

Six candidates were forwarded to the governor Wednesday to fill three openings on the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board, the body that oversees the state’s... READ MORE

For over three decades, Rachael's Women's Center was more than just a day shelter—it was a lifeline. The statistics tell a remarkable story of impact: over 1 million meals served, 162,750 showers... READ MORE

Associated Black Charities (ABC) convened residents of Turner Station, a historic neighborhood in Baltimore County, in its latest “Community Convo” on June 24. The discussion... READ MORE

A conversation with David London, Director of the William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund

David London joined the William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund as Director in January 2025, bringing his... READ MORE

The Robert W. Deutsch Foundation welcomes George Hopkins as Director of Community Innovations. A native of Baltimore’s Cherry Hill neighborhood and a... READ MORE

The 2025 Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference, hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Small and Minority Business Advocacy and Development, took place at the Baltimore Convention Center... READ MORE

For many Baltimore parents, child care can be out of reach, with potentially significant consequences for their child’s development and their own careers. According to a ... READ MORE