Tell Legislators: Bridge the Digital Divide

Today, the Maryland General Assembly is taking early steps toward addressing one of the most pressing issues facing our community: bridging the digital divide. The Maryland House Economic Matters Committee will hold a hearing on House Bill […]
Testimony for House Bill 97, the Digital Connectivity Act of 2021 by Shanaysha Sauls, BCF President & CEO

Thank you, Chair Davis and Vice Chair Dumais and members of the Economic Matters Committee, for this opportunity to speak in support of House Bill 97, the Digital Connectivity Act […]
COVID-19 Evolving Community Needs Response Grants

BCF’s response to the COVID-19 crisis began in mid-March with a series of emergency grants for distribution of food and essential supplies. Simultaneously, the foundation launched the COVID-19 Evolving Community Needs Fund, mobilizing $2.2 million – and counting – to address the far-reaching immediate, intermediate and long-term effects of the pandemic.
COVID-19 Evolving Community Needs Fund Donors

Our COVID-19 response is possible thanks to hundreds of generous individuals, foundations, and corporations. Below are just a few of the reasons why donors chose to give to BCF during this extraordinary time.
Baltimore Community Foundation Deploys COVID-19 Response Grants, Plans for Intermediate and Long-Term Needs Ahead

Baltimore, MD – The Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) today announced the latest in a series of grants to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on vulnerable individuals and communities in the […]
Volunteer Spotlight – Audrey Carrión and Frank McNeil named committee co-chairs of LGBTQ Fund at BCF

October 22, 2019 Audrey Carrión and Frank McNeil have been selected as volunteer co-chairs of the advisory committee for the LGBTQ Fund at BCF, which will be a source of […]
Baltimore Community Foundation selects Laurie Latuda Kinkel to lead grantmaking, communications and strategy work in Baltimore City and County

September 05, 2019 Baltimore (9/05/2019) — Today, the Baltimore Community Foundation (BCF) announced the hiring of Laurie Latuda Kinkel as vice president of strategy. She will play a vital role […]
Checking in with Invest for More
August 21, 2019 Since its launch in May 2018, BCF’s Invest for More program has focused on investing in local businesses, organizations, and projects that will bring measurable social impact […]
Statement from Shanaysha Sauls, BCF President & CEO, on President Trump’s Tweets about Baltimore
Statement from Shanaysha Sauls, BCF President & CEO, on President Trump’s Tweets about Baltimore July 30, 2019 Baltimore (July 29, 2019) – Today, Shanaysha Sauls, BCF President & CEO, released […]
BCF impact investing program Invest for More nearing $4 million investment goal
BCF impact investing program Invest for More nearing $4 million investment goal July 16, 2019 Since its launch in May 2018, BCF’s Invest for More program has focused on investing […]