Racial equity is crucial to effective philanthropy, and lean foundations—those with few or no staff—are uniquely positioned to make a significant impact. Exponent Philanthropy's 2024 publication, “Racial Equity in Lean Foundations: The Lean Funder’s Equity Journey,” delves into how these foundations are incorporating racial equity into their work to drive better decisions, achieve more equitable outcomes, and amplify their philanthropic impact.
Join fellow members in this collaborative effort to drive positive change in the behavioral health landscape through the Behavioral Health Funders Workgroup
Following the bank’s rapid expansion into the region, JPMorgan Chase pledged $20 million in 2022 through 2027 to small businesses, entrepreneurs and community developers focused on curbing the city’s vacant housing epidemic.
Maryland Nonprofits, which represents over 1,800 member organizations and advocates on behalf of 40,000 nonprofits across the state, has unveiled a new comprehensive brand as part of its mission to strengthen Maryland’s nonprofit sector.
A windfall of housing and financial development grants totaling more than $150 million were awarded by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott this fall.
Roger Schulman expected to live in Baltimore for two years. At least that was the plan when Schulman accepted a Teach for America gig at West Baltimore Middle School in 1992.
Please join Maryland Philanthropy Network's Health Funders Affinity Group for a debrief and information session on health issues in this year’s legislative session. Ashley Woolard, Attorney with the Public Justice Center, Vincent DeMarco, President of the Health Care for All! Coalition, and Dan Martin and Linda Raines with the Mental Health Association of MD (MHAMD) will share the outcomes of their advocacy work, overcoming the budget constraints, and what to prepare for next year’s session.
Kelley Q. Kilduff, a longtime friend of The Marion I. & Henry J. Knott Foundation and our valued Executive Director, has submitted her resignation, and the Board has regretfully accepted it, effective March 14, 2025. As we navigate this transition, Kathleen McCarthy, the Foundation’s Program Director, will step into the role of Interim Executive Director. We appreciate your support and partnership during this period of change.
Local transportation and education experts say Baltimore City’s student transit issues can be solved by prioritizing student data and putting money where the needs are.
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.
As Maryland advances its AHEAD value-based care model, understanding the role of nutrition in improving health outcomes and reducing costs has never be
This meeting has been canceled. The next Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative Monthly Luncheon will be on September 11, 2025.
Maryland Philanthropy Network is proud to support the Maryland Nonprofits 2025 Annual Conference, a two-day event dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector through connection, learning, and inspiration.
Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative (BWFC) is a group of private and public funders committed to advancing equity, job quality and systems change efforts that lead to family-sustaining wages, strengthened communities and a vibrant local economy.
The DMV is suffering an economic crisis eerily reminiscent of factories shuttering across the Midwest during the 1980s.
Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative (BWFC) is a group of private and public funders committed to advancing equity, job quality and systems change efforts that lead to family-sustaining wages, strengthened communities and a vibrant local economy.
