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Long Green Valley Conservancy to acquire easement to protect mile-long stream buffer in Gunpowder River watershed

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A historical park, a playground, and trails at Emmitsburg’s Rainbow Lake are among the projects across the state that will receive millions in grants to help preserve Maryland’s natural resources and provide recreational opportunities for residents. The $4.5 million in grants approved Wednesday by the Maryland Board of Public Works will help local governments in Washington, Carroll, and Queen […]

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Johns Hopkins engineers conduct urgent risk assessment of major bridges in wake of Key Bridge collapse

Posted on May 31, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A team of Johns Hopkins engineers has begun an urgent risk assessment of the country’s bridges in the wake of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. The assessment is being conducted with the help of the National Science Foundation Rapid Response Research grant and will focus on the larger bridges near major ports of entry. The team, led by […]

Maryland announces $1.75 million in tax credits for nonprofit organizations

Posted on May 24, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced plans to grant $1.75 million to 70 nonprofit organizations that are working to revitalize communities and improve the quality of life for local residents. The funds are being distributed as tax credits through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Community Investment Tax Credit program, which is designed to attract private sector […]

Maryland invests $19.6 million to bridge digital divide

Posted on May 21, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—An initiative to close the digital divide in Maryland has awarded $19.6 million in grants to provide internet access to 2,400 previously unserved households. The governor’s office announced the grants as part of a $270 million plan to expand broadband access across the state, which includes a $19.6 million grant to provide internet access to 2,400 previously unserved households. […]

Maryland DNR announces $2.1 million in grants to protect land, expand recreational opportunities

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced grants totaling $2.1 million that will fund local government and land trust initiatives to protect land, expand recreational opportunities, and promote healthy outdoor lifestyles. The grants were approved by the state’s Board of Public Works and will support three projects, including the acquisition of 4.3 acres to expand the Brunswick Sports […]

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Education Foundation earns $15,000 grant through United Way’s Changemaker Challenge

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools, Inc., has been awarded a $15,000 grant through United Way of Central Maryland’s 2024 Changemaker Challenge. The grant will be used to implement, in partnership with Breathe for Change, a “Yoga for SEL” (social-emotional learning) program in BCPS. With the funding, the foundation will support 12 BCPS educators in completing the […]

Governor Moore announces $125 million investment to revitalize Maryland communities

Posted on May 7, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced more than $125 million to fund projects aimed at revitalizing Maryland communities. The funding, which was made possible through the State Revitalization Program, will help local governments in carrying out revitalization projects that aim to improve the quality of life for residents in the areas targeted. The State Revitalization Program provides capital investments to […]

Baltimore County to offer free capacity-building workshops for community, nonprofit organizations

Posted on May 6, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning has announced a series of free capacity-building workshops for community and nonprofit organizations. The workshops are part of an effort to assist organizations with a range of challenges, including grant readiness, human resources, strategic planning, and fundraising. The capacity-building initiative is funded by the Federal American Rescue Plan Act. Free, virtual workshop offerings […]

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