Join Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Prenatal to Five Affinity Group for its second peer meet up! We will meet in MPN's large conference room for the first hour with time to discuss the key opportunities and challenges in our work and share about activities each member is prioritizing in their organization. Then, we’ll continue the conversation and relationship building at UNION Craft Brewing for informal, in-person networking. We look forward to winding down the year with you!
For decades, service and conservation corps have connected young people to quality careers while helping vital industries fill critical workforce gaps.
“How are you?” These three words have taken on new meaning this year. At different points throughout 2025, the question has landed differently.
On Friday, December 5, Montgomery County celebrated a significant achievement in the fight against food insecurity with the ribbon-cutting of the East County Cold Storage facility in Silver Spring.
The Baltimore Jewish Council and The Associated are shocked, saddened and outraged by today’s terrorist attack against the Australian Jewish community during a celebration of Chanukah.
A message to the Maryland Philanthropy Network membership from our President and CEO Danista E. Hunte.
Please note: this session is now fully virtual.
As funders across the state navigate decision-making in the current funding environment, the appraisal of nonprofit organizations’ financial health and fiscal stewardship holds new importance. Join the Baltimore Community Foundation and Maryland Philanthropy Network for a funder-to-funder discussion about assessing nonprofit organizations’ financial health.
Join Maryland Philanthropy Network for an expanded opportunity for all MPN members to convene in our State Capitol for our annual Philanthropy Summit (formerly known as Day in Annapolis). Members will receive updates from state policy makers and sector leaders on the 2026 legislative session. Members will learn about key issues and priorities that affect Maryland communities as well as updates on the state budget changes in federal policy, and the potential impact on philanthropy.
Join Exponent Philanthropy and Maryland Philanthropy Network for this in-person opportunity to network, learn, and share with your fellow lean funders in Central Maryland! During this peer-facilitated gathering, discover what your colleagues are working on, explore opportunities to collaborate for greater impact, and seek input and advice from trusted colleagues on challenges you may be facing in your work.
Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Health Funders Affinity Group is inviting you to join us for a meeting with the Baltimore City Mayor’s Office to discuss the
Leadership Maryland has announced its Class of 2026, featuring 53 leaders dedicated to improving the state.
Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Health Funders Affinity Group is pleased to host Baltimore City Health Department Commissioner Dr.
Join us for a timely conve
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is pleased to announce two grants totaling $45,000, including a $25,000 grant from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. These funds will strengthen the local safety net for families and seniors facing urgent financial hardship across the Lower Eastern Shore.
An effective youth strategy depends on consistent opportunities, delivered by local organizations. The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund provides long-term funding and professional development to strengthen these organizations' capacity.
In Baltimore, we know this work requires multiple players from across sectors to come together differently. Since 2011, the Baltimore Integration Partnership (BIP), a partnership of philanthropic, nonprofit, financial, anchor and public sector organizations, has been working to advance economic inclusion. Our approach offers opportunities and lessons learned that are important for Baltimore to move forward.
The Democracy Collaborative’s report Anchor Collaboratives: Building Bridges with Place-Based Partnerships and Anchor Institutions discusses the role of anchor institutions and collaboratives in leveraging the power of their economic assets to address social and economic disparities and to revitalize local communities.
The Maryland Philanthropy Network’ Diversity and Inclusion Committee, has compiled this list of top picks for your summer reading.

