Philanthropy Archives - Nottingham MD

Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library announces 2024 BIG Give campaign, partnership with local breweries

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library is hosting its annual BIG Give campaign from May 1 through June 30, 2024, soliciting donations to support vital library programs and services. One hundred percent of funds donated will go directly toward the causes, eliminating salaries, overhead, and other fancy fundraising event expenses. The funds raised will help the library improve […]

Orioles, Ravens donate combined $10 million to Baltimore Community Foundation’s Key Bridge Emergency Fund

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Orioles and Baltimore Ravens have together donated $10 million to the Baltimore Community Foundation’s Key Bridge Emergency Fund. Each organization contributed $5 million, respectively. The Key Bridge Emergency Fund was established to provide ongoing support to the recovery and resilience efforts for families, port workers, first responders, small businesses and communities affected by the March 26 Key […]

Governor Moore announces Maryland Partnership for Proven Programs with Arnold Ventures

Posted on February 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD— Governor Wes Moore this week announced a new partnership with Arnold Ventures – the Maryland Partnership for Proven Programs. Over the next four years, the Maryland Partnership for Proven Programs will make available up to $20 million in evidence-based philanthropic funding to scale and expand programs across the state that have proven their ability to make progress on […]

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THE AVENUE at White Marsh donates over $2,500 to Perry Hall UMC food pantry

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—THE AVENUE at White Marsh is spreading holiday cheer by helping to feed the hungry. THE AVENUE has donated $2,586 to the Perry Hall United Methodist Church food pantry. More than 100 families benefit every month from this food pantry. The money was raised from purchases of the sod removed to open THE AVENUE’s ice skating rink, according to […]

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Ravens Roost 139, Baltimore County first responders distribute 150 Thanksgiving dinner to needy families

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Local first responders and elected officials gave back to the community in a big way over the weekend. On Saturday morning, Official Ravens Roost BQ invited members of Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine, the Baltimore County Police Department, and the Baltimore County Fire Department in giving 150 Thanksgiving dinners to local families in need. Also participating […]

White Marsh police precinct announces 2023 holiday food drive

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department’s White Marsh Precinct will be holding its annual food drive this month. Food donations can be dropped off at the precinct throughout the holiday season. Among the items needed are white rice, canned vegetables, pasta, flour, cereal, jams, peanut butter, and more. The White Marsh Precinct is located at located at 8220 Perry Hall […]

Baltimore County Public Library to launch community holiday drive next week

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library will launch its “Connecting the Community” holiday drive next week. BCPL will be accepting donations of new and unused toys, clothing, and other items for families in need from Monday, November 13, through Wednesday, December 20. Donations can be dropped off during regular business hours—Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and […]

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Maryland ranked 4th most charitable state, WalletHub report

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Utah is the most charitable state in the country, according to a new report by the personal-finance website WalletHub. Wyoming, Minnesota, Maryland, and Maine ranked as the next most generous states. The report analyzed 19 key indicators of charitable behavior across two dimensions: volunteering/service and charitable giving. “Utah had the highest volunteer rate at 40.7%, which was 2.6 times […]