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Baltimore County Public Library names new philanthropy, partnerships director

Posted on June 27, 2023June 26, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Public Library has announced the hire of Ann Beegle as Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships to oversee the fundraising strategy for Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library. The nonprofit provides resources to help support library initiatives, including digital equity, Summer Reading Challenge, bookmobiles, Storyville, building improvements and more. In her new role, Beegle will establish a …

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Olszewski announces more than $2.6 million in grants to local community organizations to support pandemic recovery

Posted on December 16, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Friday announced that Baltimore County and the Baltimore Community Foundation have awarded more than $2.67 million in American Rescue Plan-funded grants to nearly 30 local community-based organizations to support their recovery and enhance efforts to strengthen neighborhood resiliency. “Baltimore County remains committed to helping our residents recover from the long-lasting effects of the …

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Olszewski announces ARPA grant funding for Baltimore County nonprofits

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Wednesday announced the availability of $1.3 million in grants for nonprofit organizations serving Baltimore County through the County’s allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The new program aims to support organizations responding to the COVID-19 public health emergency or its economic impacts in Baltimore County. “Our nonprofit organizations play a critical role …

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Olszewski announces over $2.4 million in grants to Baltimore County community organizations to support pandemic recovery

Posted on August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Wednesday announced that Baltimore County and the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) have awarded more than $2.47 million in grants to over 50 local community-based organizations to support their recovery and enhance efforts to strengthen neighborhood resiliency. “Baltimore County is home to so many dedicated community organizations working every day to create opportunities for …

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Baltimore County receives $307,000 in grants for Summer Youth Employment Program

Posted on June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County and the Baltimore Community Foundation on Thursday announced that the County’s Summer Youth Employment Program has received four grants totaling $307,000; $100,000 from the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, $100,000 from BGE $60,000 from Bank of America, and $47,000 from Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) and the Citi Foundation’s Summer Jobs Connect Initiative. Officials say …

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Olszewski announces recovery grants opportunities for Baltimore County non-profits

Posted on May 10, 2021May 10, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday announced the availability of $2.3 million for new recovery grants for nonprofit organizations in Baltimore County. The new program, funded through the County’s allocation of Maryland Recovery Now funds from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, aims to support organizations that have struggled financially as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. …

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BGE urges customers to take advantage of flexible payment options, energy assistance in advance of end of moratorium on service terminations on Nov. 15

Posted on September 3, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—BGE this week reminded customers there are many payment and billing options and energy assistance programs available for those having difficulty keeping their accounts up to date. BGE officials say service terminations, which were suspended in March, are a last resort and many times, can be avoided, if customers contact them to discuss options before their accounts are in …

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Baltimore County announces $400,000 in grant awards to community organizations to enhance local COVID-19 response

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County and the Baltimore Community Foundation on Tuesday announced that 50 local community-based organizations have received grants totaling $400,000 from the Baltimore County COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund in a collaborative effort to promote public health and support the County’s efforts to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. “County government is working around the clock to respond to this crisis, …

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