The Wyncote Foundation recently released a report on recent digital media efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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
Maryland Philanthropy Network's Strategic Frame was a labor of love comprising the work of our board and staff and the feedback of the dynamic community of funders that makes MPN possible. As a membership organization, we rely on our members not just for the vibrancy they bring to our community, but also to hold us accountable to the strategy we set forth. We encourage you to read through the entire Strategic Frame including our updated mission, vision, and north star.
Join us for the first meeting of the State of the Sector Workgroup in follow up to our March program
Join us for a meeting of the State of the Sector Workgroup featuring the State of the Sector Report with Dr. John Brothers, President of T. Rowe Price Foundation. At this second meeting of the workgroup, participants will learn the top priorities that will become the focal points for collective work, develop a common language around key concepts, and determine starting points for taking action.
Join us for our next State of the Sector Workgroup meeting featuring the State of the Sector Report with Dr. John Brothers, President of T. Rowe Price Foundation where we will continue our rich field building discussions and follow up on key ideas generated at the September meeting related to top priorities that are emerging as focal points for the collective work of the group. In addition, we will further explore the development of a common language around key concepts and dig deeper into starting points for taking action.
The Horizon Foundation and Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County have released a groundbreaking report examining Black women's experiences, challenges, and contributions in nonprofit leadership roles in Howard County. The report “Elevating to Evolve: Stories of Wisdom, Excellence and a Call for Change from Black Women Nonprofit Leaders in Howard County” sheds light on the unique journeys of these leaders and calls for actionable steps toward greater equity and inclusion.
Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Health Funders Affinity Group is pleased to host Vinny DeMarco, President of the Maryland Health Care for All Coalition (HCFA) to share HCFA’s plans for protecting health care cover
Peak Grantmaking features the Bainum Family Foundation in a case story about successful ways of tying organizational values to grantmaking practices.
Join the Maryland Philanthropy Network's Public Policy Committee to discuss the 2020 Public Policy priorities and develop an advocacy strategy.
Join Maryland Philanthropy Network and your communication peers in philanthropy for a conversation on crisis communications, shifting and prioritizing communications tasks, mitigating misinformation, and centering equity in our work and conversations.
This report represents the latest in an effort by Philanthropy-Serving Organizations (PSOs) to advance philanthropic practice and impact by centering racial equity.
The Foundation Operations and Management Report from Exponent Philanthropy is the only resource of its kind for foundations operating with few or no staff.
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte.
"Adopting Community-Centric Fundraising: Findings from a National Study" examines the adoption of Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF) practices across U.S. nonprofit organizations.
The Annie E. Casey Foundation is pleased to release its 36th KIDS COUNT® Data Book!
The annual Annie E. Casey Foundation report found higher graduation rates and lower childhood poverty. However, more teens are not in school or working.
In an environment of unprecedented challenges facing our region, the Greater Washington Community Foundation has remained steadfast in its commitment to convene, support, and advocate for the organizations that serve our communities every day.
During her inaugural address in December 2011, Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake proposed an ambitious goal to grow the city by 10,000 households over 10 years.

