MD: Philanthropy
Report: Philanthropy must do more to repair past harms
A new report argued many charitable foundations need to examine the origin of their wealth and repair harms done. The National Committee for …
Rockefeller Tree Lumber to be Used in MD Habitat for Humanity Homes
One of the more famous Christmas trees in the world will be coming home to Maryland as milled lumber. In 2021 a family in Cecil County was …
“Shark Tank” Battle to Bring Health Care to Low-Income Neighborhoods
ARLINGTON, Va. — A unique competition is being held this week for healthcare entrepreneurs with ideas for getting underserved communities …
“Judy Centers” Work to Help MD Preschoolers Flourish
BALTIMORE – More low-income preschoolers in the Baltimore area will be ready when kindergarten starts next week because of their time at what ar…
'Impact Investing' Helps Baltimore Neighborhoods Thrive
BALTIMORE – Lower-income Baltimore neighborhoods and small businesses are getting a boost from a loan program that's tailored to their needs…
Big Foundations Make Money, but Charitable Giving is Down
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Foundations receiving tax-deductible contributions are booming, but a new report says little of the new money pouring in makes …
Maryland Woman Honored for Helping Others
MILLERSVILLE, Md. — At 47 years old, Judy Crane of Millersville was working from home when she experienced excruciating chest pain. She was …
Volunteer Army to Pack One Million Meals at National Mall
WASHINGTON, D.C. - An army of volunteers, including a busload from Baltimore, will fill the National Mall tomorrow to prepare one million meals for …
New Local Beer Raises Money for Chesapeake Bay
BALTIMORE - It's a win for a local company and a win for Chesapeake Bay. A Baltimore-based brewing company has created "The Bay IPA" - a beer that …
Chesapeake Bay Campaign Mixes Water with Wine
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - A bi-coastal partnership is mixing water with fine wines to benefit projects to restore Chesapeake Bay. Beaulieu Vineyard, or B.V…
"Give Now!" Hours Left for Tax Benefits
BALTIMORE - The rush is on today for charitable donations - to beat the December 31 tax deadline. Although there's a sense of urgency, according to …
An Educational Milestone in the East Baltimore Transformation
BALTIMORE – What was once a blighted community in Maryland is transforming, and making progress in its goal to bring a better quality of life …