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Emergent Strategy September Discussion

Thursday, September 02, 2021 at 12:00 to 01:30 PM

Join Maryland Philanthropy Network’s evolving peer group Emergent Philanthropy for a discussion rooted in adrienne maree brown’s book Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds (pages 1 - 50) but reading the book is not necessary. This month’s discussion will focus on the principles of emergent strategy and begin to unpack the elements of emergent strategy some as well.

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Emergent Strategy June Discussion

Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 12:00 to 01:30 PM

Join Maryland Philanthropy Network’s evolving peer group Emergent Philanthropy for a discussion rooted in adrienne maree brown’s book Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds (pages 1 - 40) but reading the book is not necessary. The will focus on how to practice humility in this work; how to grow connections that are "intertwined and create a system of strength" in lieu of setting intentions to do better; and how to create a vision that centers humans and the natural world vs. material possessions.

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Prenatal to Five Impact Collaborative April Meeting

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 12:00 to 01:30 PM

The Prenatal to Five Impact Collaborative (PN-5 Impact Collaborative) meets each month.

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Community Issues

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Prenatal to Five Affinity Group

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Education: Early childhood

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Conversation with Alexandra Smith, Chief of Partnerships and Philanthropic Strategy for Baltimore City

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11:30 to 01:00 PM

Join Maryland Philanthropy Network for a conversation with Alexandra “Alli” Smith, Chief of Partnerships and Philanthropic Strategy within the Mayor’s Office at Baltimore City Government. Alli will speak about her role and function within Baltimore City Government along with engaging our members around priorities for the role in the coming months. We will also hear updates on procurement reform and the city grants and contracts processes. Alli will be joined by agency partners with Baltimore City Government.

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Network Building

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Program Resources for Neighborhood and Community Investment Grantmaking – Peer Sharing and Learning Session

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Community Investment Funders

Striving for Impact with Michael Bigley of the Venable Foundation

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05/04/2022

Michael Bigley is the Director of the Venable Foundation, one of the largest law firm foundations in the country. A key aspect of his work has been to increase public awareness of Venable’s funding opportunities and diversify the grantee docket. As we transition back to more face-to-face activities in the future, Michael looks forward to meeting new MPN colleagues and discovering how philanthropy can address systemic issues present in our communities together.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INVESTS $6.7 MILLION IN LOCAL RELIEF AND RECOVERY EFFORTS

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06/30/2020

The COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund, a coordinated fund established by the Greater Washington Community Foundation, has issued new investments of $2.8 million as part of phase two of rapid response grantmaking.

Bainum Brief, Volume 2 Creating Change Through Policy Advocacy: 10 Ways Foundations Can Engage

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09/22/2020

This Bainum Brief highlights 10 ways foundations can engage in policy advocacy, with examples from many funders, including the Bainum Family Foundation, across an array of topics. It also provides lessons learned to make the best use of scarce resources and maximize the chances of success.

Baltimore Integration Partnership 2014 Year in Review

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12/30/2014

Building off of a successful first round of work and through support from Living Cities, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the Goldseker Foundation, the Baltimore Integration Partnership (BIP) launched 2.0 in 2014 to deepen anchor institution’s efforts to support area residents, businesses and communities.

Foundations on the Hill 2024

Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 12:00 to 12:00 AM

Registration is now open for the 21st Annual Foundations on the Hill, hosted and presented by United Philanthropy Forum in partnership with Independent Sector and the Council on Foundations, is the largest annual public policy and advocacy conference dedicated solely to the philanthropic sector. Register today to reserve your space at what promises to be a catalytic public policy conference experience in Washington, D.C..

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Program Resource for Show Me the Money: How did the City of Baltimore Build its FY 2017 Budget?

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Members' Memo | May 29, 2024

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05/29/2024

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

Program Resources for Transforming Schools and Neighborhoods – 21st Century Schools Update

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Baltimore Children & Youth Fund Seeks Passionate Young Leaders to Join Board of Directors

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04/11/2025

The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund (BCYF) is i

Program Resources for A Conversation with Dr. Harsh Trivedi, President and CEO of the Sheppard Pratt Health System

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Health Access and Care

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Program Resources for Maryland Community Foundations Association Quarterly Meeting – August 2021

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After the Pandemic, the Big Reset

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04/10/2020

Every crisis opens a course to the unknown. In an eye-blink, the impossible becomes possible. History in a sprint can mean a dark, lasting turn for the worse, or a new day of enlightened public policy. Be still, my heart, but I see the latter.

Reopening our Workplaces: Part 2

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at 02:00 to 03:30 PM

During our June conversation about Reopening our Workplaces, we decided to re-convene toward the end of the summer. Now that we have a better sense of what schools are doing, we are creating a space to discuss your current questions and considerations around returning to the office and supporting your employees through the end of the year.

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Emergent Strategy Book Discussion

Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 10:30 to 12:00 PM

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.

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