More funders are providing general operating support to BIPOC-led organizations. But is it enough? Our research suggests that acting in true alignment and solidarity with BIPOC communities requires more: that funders begin to fundamentally shift the way they think about and use their resources, power, and privilege
By: Jonalyn Denlinger, Director of Member Engagement
Rural America faces a barrage of structural challenges. Please join Grantmakers of Western Pennslyvania as Joelle Cook and Chris Carlson from the nonprofit consulting firm FSG lead participants in a discussion of their report, Rural America: Philanthropy’s Misunderstood Opportunity for Impact.
Each November the Maryland Philanthropy Network of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) celebrates National Philanthropy Day to recognize the extraordinary impact of the charitable sector and the increasing role it plays in our society and countries ar
Maryland Philanthropy Network is using this year’s annual meeting as an opportunity for transformative change. Our Network must recognize the responsibility to engage in truth-telling and healing in order to support positive community transformation in Maryland. Together we'll hear from local and national grantmakers on the cutting edge of restorative practices, welcome new board members, and celebrate our outgoing board members and CEO Celeste Amato.
The Maryland Philanthropy Network’ mission is to maximize the impact of giving on community life through a growing network of diverse, informed and effective philanthropists. Maryland Philanthropy Network is committed to fulfilling its mission by embracing diversity and inclusion and focusing on racial equity in its governance and programs.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy approved by the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee April 13, 2016.
The giving season is fast approaching, which means an abundance of stories about giving and engaging youth and families in the media.
In 2023, the Annie E.
View our 2018 Year in Review for Maryland Philanthropy Network membership and impact data HERE.
Flowing out of our 2020 Annual Meeting | Reimagine Philanthropy and Peer Conversation about Stemming Anti-Black Racism and other conversations, we’re creating space for members to connect and share reflections and questions within small groups.
Grab your favorite morning beverage and join Maggie, our new president and CEO, for a chance to build relationship and share your thoughts about Maryland Philanthropy Network in this small group space. All Maryland Philanthropy Network members are welcome but each session is capped at 15 participants to keep the sessions manageable.
Grab your favorite morning beverage and join Maggie, our new president and CEO, for a chance to build relationship and share your thoughts about Maryland Philanthropy Network in this small group space. All Maryland Philanthropy Network members are welcome but each session is capped at 15 participants to keep the sessions manageable.
We love connecting members with Maggie, our new president and CEO, during these coffee sessions and we think you do too! As a result, we are continuing these on a monthly basis through the end of the year. Grab your favorite morning beverage and join Maggie for a chance to build relationship and share your thoughts about Maryland Philanthropy Network in this small group space.
We love connecting members with Maggie, our new president and CEO, during these coffee sessions and we think you do too! As a result, we are continuing these on a monthly basis through the end of the year.
We love connecting members with Maggie, our new president and CEO, during these coffee sessions and we think you do too! As a result, we are continuing these on a monthly basis through the end of the year.
The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) has recently updated its definition of philanthropic effectiveness with input from its staff, board, and community, to share with the sector. CEP believes that effectiveness requires the
Please join Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Rising Leaders for a virtual community building check-in. The group will also discuss opportunities to create Emergent Philanthropy at Maryland Philanthropy Network by embodying the concept of Emergent Strategy.
Maryland Philanthropy Network members are invited to join us for an informal virtual gathering to meet Maggie Gunther Osborn, MPN's new President and CEO. Grab your favorite morning beverage and get to know Maggie, introduce yourself, and share your thoughts about MPN in this small group space.

