Capacity building can take nonprofits to the next level by leveraging strengths and addressing areas of need. Investing in a cohort of grantees is an efficient and effective way to build their collective capacity and foster a vibrant network. But where do you start?
In a December, 2009 Maryland Philanthropy Network program, the Nation
Join colleagues for a discussion about the value of producing foundation annual reports.
Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative (BWFC) meets each month.
We are starting the year with a Sharing Session so we can continue to build relationships with one another and share what we are thinking about and focusing on, as well as questions/struggles. We know the year ahead will be especially challenging for the cultural community and collective action on our part will be meaningful.
The purpose of the Arts Funders Affinity Group is to engage and educate Maryland funders about the dynamic local arts and cultural scene and the many opportunities it presents.
Join Maryland Philanthropy Network’s evolving peer group Emergent Philanthropy for a discussion of adrienne maree brown’s book Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds. This peer discussion will focus on the introduction, which includes pages 1 - 40. Bring your questions, your favorite quotes, and a curious attitude. If you're not able to read the book, you are welcome to join the discussion as well.
Members of Maryland Philanthropy Network are invited to debrief the conversation about Understanding and
In late 2020, there was much talk about how the world of philanthropy was being upended by the confluence of historic events, namely COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement in the U.S. Based on research commissioned by Spring Strategies in January 2022, this article from Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy identifies four emerging phenomena that resulted from what have been recognized as the dual crises of unaddressed systemic racism and a global pandemic.
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It’s more important than ever to stay informed about how changes in the tax law may affect your charitable giving.
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View materials from "Foundations 101 and Maryland's Philanthropic Landscape".
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View program resources from Discussion of Baltimore Arts & Entertainment Districts - 2024.
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The Maryland Philanthropy Network serves as a clearinghouse for resources and information about relief and recovery efforts. This page was updated as new information was received.
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This time in history calls for a different kind of conference – one that helps us make deeper connections to uplift communities. The Baltimore uprising, and protests across the county, highlight the important work of social impact organizations like yours. CONNECTING FOR IMPACT – JUSTICE FOR ALL is rising to the challenge. Featuring small, deep-dive conversations, the conference is focused on asking questions to find solutions.
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View materials from Funders Together to End Homelessness – Baltimore Meeting – February 2025.
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View Materials from Health Funders Legislative Debrief
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This peer group is focused on exploring opportunities to strategically allocate and align community development resources in Baltimore City and the surrounding region. The group builds relationships among Maryland Philanthropy Network members int
This peer group is focused on the effective practices in job training and retention for adults and youth as well as a continuum of issues surrounding successful employment and financial security for low-wage workers and vulnerable populations including, advancement of incumbent workers, job quality, equity and barriers to employment such as transportation, child care, and criminal records.
This program is a follow up from the October 11th Reactions and Reflections: City Schools Blueprint Lunchtime
