The Columbia Association (CA) and the Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo) are proud to announce a new partnership to support the Howard County community through a significant grant initiative. This collaboration underscores the commitment of both organizations to promoting social welfare and addressing the needs of residents. Under the terms of the agreement, CA will provide CFHoCo with a grant of $125,000 to be distributed during the Community Foundation’s open Community Grants Program this year.
As the Foundation has embarked on our new strategic plan over the last two years, many things have changed for us.
Ensuring Baltimore’s young people have the skills, experience, and opportunities to succeed in the workforce is essential not only for the city’s long-term economic growth but also for advancing individual economic mobility.
The Community Foundation of Howard County was honored to accept the inaugural Bauder Community Impact Award at the Community Action Council of Howard County’s (CAC) annual Evening of Impact event held on October 2
“How are you?” These three words have taken on new meaning this year. At different points throughout 2025, the question has landed differently.
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.
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.
Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Health Funders Affinity Group is hosting public sector leaders for updates about key developments in their work with the goal of fostering collaboration and leveraging public sector funds.
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View Materials from Workforce and Financial Stability Legislative Debrief
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This new report highlights ongoing initiatives to create jobs through economic inclusion in Baltimore. Through interviews, it documents best practices and finds that the strategies create benefits for individuals, businesses and institutions. The report calls for broader participation by businesses and institutions as well as people-focused investments and policies.
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View program resources from Green Funders Legislative Debrief / Climate Solutions Now Act Implementation Update.
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View materials for "System of Care: Addressing Substance Use Through an Equity Lens"
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This program is at capacity and is no longer accepting registrations. Please add your name to the waitlist, and we will contact you if space opens up.
Maryland Philanthropy Network is pleased to welcome Elaine Carroll as Program Manager for the Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative! Working with the Director of the BWFC, Linda Dworak, Elaine will facilitate the formation and implementation of the new Baltimore Climate and Infrastructure Workforce Hub (The Hub).
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View materials from Food for Health at all Ages.
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View Materials from Baltimore Together: Creating Inclusive Economic Growth.
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View materials from "Annual Conversation with MSDE State Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury".
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Our thoughts are once again with everyone impacted by the recent flooding of homes and businesses in Ellicott City. As we do during times of disaster, the Maryland Philanthropy Network will serve as a clearinghouse for resources and information about relief and recovery efforts. This page will be updated as new information is received, so please check it regularly. #ECStrong
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