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06/27/2025

The National Fund for Workforce Solutions knows the most effective solutions start with the people closest to the work. The Baltimore Workforce Funders Collaborative (BWFC) at Maryland Philanthropy Network is a powerful example of what’s possible when workforce solutions are rooted in community. During a recent visit, BWFC hosted the National Fund's Board of Directors and staff team for a day that showcased their deep relationships and bold worker-centered approach. From listening and learning to seeing workforce programs in action, it was clear how important deep community relationships are to the success of BWFC’s efforts to reshape the future of work in Baltimore.

Fund for Anne Arundel Awards Record-Breaking $500K+ in Grants

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07/18/2025

The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County’s (CFAAC) Fund for Anne Arundel (FFAA) recently awarded $510,000 to 13 local nonprofits — the largest grant the FFAA has awarded.

Baltimore Children and Youth Fund Launches New Online Learning Program for Young People

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06/03/2025

The Learning Lab hosted its Community Exhibitions on Tuesday, bringing together youth development leaders to share ideas and solutions addressing issues faced by Baltimore's young people.

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Six Names Forwarded from 36 Applicants to Fill Three Openings on Blueprint Oversight Board

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07/17/2025

Six candidates were forwarded to the governor Wednesday to fill three openings on the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board, the body that oversees the state’s multibillion-dollar education reform plan.

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Nonprofit and Funder Convening on Federal Policy Impacts and Sector Responses

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 02:00 to 03:30 PM

Join Maryland Philanthropy Network and Maryland Nonprofits for a joint member convening to learn about federal policy impacts on nonprofits and perspectives around the philanthropic response. Grounded in a spirit of solidarity, this convening will feature a presentation by Candid researcher Anna Koob who will share important new research on nonprofits’ financial resiliency and foundation funding trends in recent years for Maryland as well as across the nation.

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Member-Sponsored Briefing: Effective Youth Homelessness Prevention in Action

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 03:00 to 04:30 PM

Maryland Philanthropy Network members are invited to attend a presentation and panel presented by The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation and Point Source Youth on

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Turner Station Residents Speak Out on Flooding and Infrastructure Needs During ABC’s Community Convo

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07/03/2025

Associated Black Charities (ABC) convened residents of Turner Station, a historic neighborhood in Baltimore County, in its latest “Community Convo” on June 24.

From Day Shelter to Grantmaker: How Rachael's Women's Center Evolved to Continue Serving DC's Homeless Community

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07/14/2025

For over three decades, Rachael's Women's Center was more than just a day shelter—it was a lifeline.

Governor Moore Announces $50 Million in Grant Awards and a New Philanthropic Fund to Support Vacancy Reduction in Baltimore City

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07/07/2025

Governor Wes Moore today announced $50 million in grant awards to support vacant property reduction efforts in Baltimore City through the

How Do Nonprofits Touch Your Daily Life?

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06/26/2025

From feeding families to delivering critical care, nonprofits step up every day to protect and save lives in ways most of us never see.

Mike Hankin Dreamed Baltimore Could have a Swimmable Harbor. He Thinks it’s Close.

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07/18/2025

Not that long ago, the concept of swimming in Baltimore’s harbor seemed like a joke.

Maryland Politicians Want More Taxpayers to Claim Tax Credits

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07/18/2025

Top Maryland officials are partnering with a nonprofit research organization to plan a campaign encouraging all eligible Maryland tax filers to

Dr. Joshua Michael, Dr. Monica Goldson Re-Elected to Lead State Board of Education

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07/29/2025

The Maryland State Board of Education voted unanimously to re-elect Dr.

The National Survey of Donor Advised Fund Managers

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07/15/2025

The Donor Advised Fund Research Collaborative (DAFRC) is a group of academic and nonprofit researchers leading a 4-year, comprehensive research initiative to provide empirical data and insights on the characteristics and activities of donor advise

Four Maryland Philanthropy Network Members Recognized as 2025 Influential Marylanders

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07/22/2025

The Daily Record has announced its 2025 Influential Marylanders, honoring 52 recipients who are leaving their mark throughout the state. The list of honorees includes four Maryland Philanthropy Network members.

Voices That Matter: How Nonprofits and Foundations Engage With the Communities They Support

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07/23/2025

In order to better understand the experiences of the communities they aim to support, foundations and nonprofits often try to get close to them, build trust and rapport, and learn from their perspectives.

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