Maryland invests $2.2 million in minority, veteran-owned business growth

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced $2.2 million in financial assistance to support small, minority, and veteran-owned business growth in Maryland. According to a press release from the Governor’s Office, the funding includes loans, loan guaranties, and equity investments from the Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program and the Maryland Small Business Development Financing Authority. The funds […]

Baltimore County launches grant program to combat opioid crisis

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County has announced a new grant program to fund initiatives aimed at combating opioid addiction and overdose prevention. The Opioid Abatement Fund, supported by funds from the National Opioid Settlement, will provide resources to community organizations engaged in harm reduction, treatment, and recovery efforts. “The opioid epidemic continues to be a serious public health concern in Baltimore County, […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Family budgets are tight

The following is an update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Family budgets are tight. According to economists, food prices have increased more than 25% since 2020 (editor’s note: in 2022, food prices increased by 9.9 percent, faster than in any year since 1979). To put that in perspective, a cart of groceries that cost you $100 in November […]

Department of Aging awards Villages of Baltimore County grants to local organizations

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging on Thursday announced that six grants have been awarded to organizations committed to the development and expansion of Villages of Baltimore County, an initiative designed to enhance the quality of life for older adults by promoting community engagement, improving access to resources, and encouraging social connections. “We are honored to support these organizations […]

State of Maryland announces $13.3 million in federal highway safety grants

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced that $13.3 million in federal highway safety grants will be distributed on October 1, 2024, to 87 agencies, organizations, and programs across Maryland as part of a statewide focus on preventing motor vehicle crashes and eliminating roadway fatalities. The governor’s office says the money can be used for a variety of purposes including seatbelt […]

Maryland invests $16 million in bicycle, pedestrian infrastructure

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced the release of $16 million in grants to support projects that aim to expand bike and pedestrian infrastructure across Maryland. The grants are funded by a combination of state and federal money and are expected to support 36 projects. The state is hoping that the new investment into the area will help to improve […]

Governor Moore joins U.S Treasury, federal leaders to announce $10 million investment to support small businesses in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The State of Maryland is set to receive $10 million in federal grant money meant to help small businesses expand and grow. The governor’s office says the money will help connect small business owners with the resources needed to take advantage of economic opportunities. The funds are coming from the State Small Business Credit Initiative Investing in America Small […]

MSDE Awarded $40M for Enhanced Literacy Programs

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Department of Education has received $40 million to improve literacy instruction in an effort to help students reach third grade literacy proficiency. The state was awarded the money as part of a $149 million grant program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The Comprehensive Literacy State Development grant is part of a five-year plan to […]