During this crisis, local philanthropy has an essential role to play in bolstering a pillar of their local economies: child care.
Today, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) announced its new initiative, "Care, delivered," a $5 million public-private sector philanthropic endeavor that will distribute personal protective equipment (PPE) at no-cost to healthcare and soci
The head of a Baltimore nonprofit implores grant makers to stop asking him to tell his story about the night he was shot and nearly died.
The Bainum Family Foundation President and CEO David Daniels recently spoke with PEAK President and CEO Satonya Fair to discuss what it means—and looks like—to share power, how he embeds Bainum’s values through funding prac
Maryland Philanthropy Network Communication and Data Manager Charlotte Haase participated in a panel discussion at the PEAK Grantmaking 2023 Convening with the Disability and Philanthropy Forum.
The Maryland General Assembly wrapped up its 2025 legislative session on April 7th.
The Brown Family Foundation, established 30 years ago through the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF), provides small grants to many Baltimore-based nonprofit organizations focused on education, health disparitie
A group of leaders from across the area were honored as The Baltimore Banner's third class of Emerging Leaders including Molly Doran from The Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation; Brian Gerardo
The Annie E. Casey Foundation is perhaps best known for its work helping America’s youth. Lisa Lawson, the president and CEO, has done extensive research into the development of teenagers.
This summer, I had the privilege of stepping away from my role as President & CEO of Horizon Foundation for a three-month sabbatical.
Listen first. Find unlikely allies. Point to the helpers.
Individualized youth internships are keeping students at Del Norte High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on track to achieve academic and career goals.
Earlier this year, The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore launched its new Center for Countering Antisemitism and Hate.
A vibrant Baltimore with a strong economy is built through investment in people, their skills, and their capacity to contribute to their communities. The Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) envisions a thriving city for all, supporting job training and credentialing programs that empower residents and foster lasting economic mobility.
2025 was a year full of big milestones for Greater Washington Community Foundation and its community of changemakers. Here are some of the most meaningful milestones from 2025.
The Horizon Foundation stands firm in its commitment to anti-racism and emphasizes the need for ongoing advocacy against structural injustices.
Through Stronger Schools and Stronger Neighborhoods grantmaking, Baltimore Community Foundation is helping organizations use arts and culture as tools to improve education outcomes and revitalize neighborhoods, creating more opportunity for students and residents alike.
More than 150 donors, nonprofit leaders, and community partners gathered for the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County’s Annual Celebration & Pink Party - celebrating The Power of WE: Courageous Philanthropy for Complex Times and the impact that happens when women come together to invest in women and girls in our community.
At this Maryland Philanthropy Network program, we will hear about the Sustainable Workforce Model from Laura Roberts of the Rockefeller Foundation and Liddy Romero of the Denver-based WorkLife Partnership.

