This new national research report from the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, Colmena-Consulting, and Philanthropy Together explores the transformative impact of collective giving on philanthropy. The report underscores collective giving groups’ role in reshaping philanthropic practices, fostering social connections, and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities.
According to national data from the Annie E.
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.
Maryland Philanthropy Network seeks to grow and support our members capacity to engage in public policy.
When I began my work as Director of Community Affairs for The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation in 2010, I knew that I had much to learn as I transitioned from 30-plus years as a broadcast journalist. For all that time, I had been part of the audience for public relations and marketing folk.
We are a statewide membership association representing around 110 private and community foundations, intermediaries, corporations, donor advised funds, and public charities.
Join us for a presentation providing an overview of the current fiscal sponsor landscape in Maryland, the purpose and difference between fiscal agency and fiscal sponsorship, and national standards and best practices.
This program has been postponed. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The Green Funders Affinity Group is spending the year focused on the environment and human health. in March, we welcomed Ken Cook, co-founder and president of the Environmental Working Group.
Join the Education Funders and Workforce Development Affinity Groups for Part 2, a follow-up of Career and Technical Education in Balti
One of the Network’s key roles is to connect philanthropy with policymakers and public officials and we are pleased to welcome Bernard C.
More than 200 people came to the Baltimore Convention Center Thursday morning to celebrate companies that are making a difference in Greater Baltimore.
The Mid-Shore Community Foundation’s Annual Report to the Community and Awards Breakfast will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at the Tidewater Inn in Easton.
This event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this many cause.
This program has been postponed out of precaution related to COVID-19. We apologize for any inconvenience.
In light of recent events, the Fund [or Education Excellence] asked a group of City Schools’ principals to share their perspectives and experience in grappling with school closures and the COVID-19 crisis.
Please join us together with OSI-Baltimore, Black Girls Vote, No Boundaries Coalition, and Baltimore Votes for a virtual roundtable about opportunities for funders to support a strong civic participation culture in Baltimore.
Program Officers of family foundations are invited to join Maryland Philanthropy Network for an opportunity to come together with peers who understand the unique experience of working in a family foundation.
Please join us for a briefing to hear about the findings from the listening sessions held by Maryland State Arts Council, the proposed emergency fund for artists as well as other insights into arts organization/artist needs.
This event has been canceled to offer the group an opportunity to recharge and rejoin in the Fall with new and greater energy.
