This month we have made it easy for you to map out your charitable giving agenda. Here are some of the many nonprofit organizations we have based in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, and throughout the Eastern Shore. Although we can’t list them all, here are more than a few nonprofits you should know. Also check out the events these nonprofits are putting on in our Philanthropic Calendar.
Annapolis & Anne Arundel County
100 Women Who Care Annapolis Annapolis; 100womenwhocareannapolis@gmail.com; 100womenwhocareannapolis.org; A giving circle of local women who want to support Annapolis area nonprofits by pooling donations to create a larger impact.
Adaptive Rowing Annapolis Annapolis; 410-991-3008; adaptiverowingannapolis.org; Adaptive Rowing Annapolis (ARA) enhances the lives of adults in the Annapolis area with physical or cognitive disabilities by offering year-round training and rowing opportunities, both on and off the water.
Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Annapolis; 443-949-0575; allianceforthebay.org; Engages individuals, groups, businesses, and other environmental organizations and not-for-profit groups to develop collaborative solutions to improve, preserve, and protect the Chesapeake Bay and all its resources.
American Red Cross of Anne Arundel County/Central Maryland Annapolis; 410-624-2000; redcross.org; Respond to disasters, assist members of the military, teach lifesaving skills, and serve as one of the largest blood suppliers in the United States.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Annapolis; 202-770-8973; afsp.org; The Americadn Foundation of Suicide Prevention focuses on educating our communities about mental health and suicide prevention, advocating for public policy, and offering support for suicide loss survivors.
Annapolis Community Foundation Annapolis; 443-370-1785; annapoliscommunityfoundation.org; ACF serves the community by raising, managing, and distributing funds for the charitable purposes designated by its donors.
Annapolis Immigration Justice Network Annapolis; 443-203-9175; aijnetwork.org; A volunteer supported organization dedicated to connecting asylum seekers and other vulnerable immigrants to quality legal counsel and direct case management support.
Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park Annapolis; 410-295-0104; amaritime.org; Acquire, preserve, interpret, and exhibit artifacts, and photographic and archival collections that are part of the maritime history of the Chesapeake region.
Annapolis Opera Company Annapolis; 410-267-0087; annapolisopera.org; Annapolis Opera Company is a cultural touchstone for the community, which delights audiences with musical storytelling; engages new audiences with diverse programming that inspires curiosity for opera; and attracts emerging artists.
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre Annapolis; 410-268-9212; summergarden.com; Bring community-lead stage productions to downtown Annapolis during the summer.
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra Annapolis; 410-269-1132; annapolissymphony.org; Produce, present, and promote memorable symphonic music that increases awareness, enjoyment, and appreciation of music for all ages throughout the region.
Anne Arundel Community College Foundation Arnold; 410-777-2515; aacc.edu/about/aacc-foundation; The AACC Foundation expands private philanthropy and cultivates partnerships to enhance AACC’s ability to support students and initiatives that strengthen our community.
Anne Arundel Counseling Annapolis and Glen Burnie; 410-768-5988; annearundelcounseling.com; Counseling and therapeutic professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive treatment to children, adolescents, and adults through individual, family and group counseling.
Anne Arundel County CASA Annapolis; 410-222-3330; aacasa.org; CASA educates and empowers diverse community volunteers who ensure each child’s needs remain a priority in an over-burdened child welfare system.
Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency Annapolis; 410-626-1900; aaccaa.org; Working in partnership with various governmental and non- public organizations to alleviate the difficulties that beset households with low-to-moderate incomes.
Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities Annapolis; 410-222-4257; aacounty.org/aging-and-disabilities; The Department of Aging and Disabilities seeks to improve the quality of life for older adults, individuals with disabilities, veterans, caregivers, and anyone wishing to plan for the future by providing options and resources that will enable them to live independent and meaningful lives.
Anne Arundel County Food Bank Crownsville; 410-923-4255; aafoodbank.org; Anne Arundel County Food's mission is to alleviate food insecurity in Anne Arundel County by partnering across our community to obtain and distribute nourishing food to our neighbors in need.
Anne Arundel County Library Foundation Annapolis; 410-222-1199; aacpl.net/foundation; Provide a margin of excellence and innovation in library services, above and beyond what core government funding can provide.
Anne Arundel County Literacy Council Annapolis; 410-269-4419; icanread.org; Provide free one-on-one tutoring in basic literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) to adult residents of Anne Arundel County.
Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency Annapolis; 410-222-7858; aamentalhealth.org; The Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency ensures that county residents have access to a wide range of quality mental health and substance use services.
Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation Annapolis; 443-481-4747; luminishealth.org; Enhance the health status of the people they serve by providing patients with compassionate, high-quality services that will help alleviate pain, preserve health, and extend life.
Ann Arrundell County Historical Society Linthicum; 410-760-9679; aachs.org; Provide leadership in the preservation and exploration of shared history.
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region, Inc. Linthicum; 410-269-1883; thearcccr.org; Advocate for the rights and respect of all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by creating opportunities, promoting respect and equity, and providing access to services.
The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Annapolis; 410-222-7949; acaac.org; Encourage and invest in the visual arts, performing arts, and historic preservation for the people of our county; as well as well as create a financial support system for arts organizations.
Arundel Bay Area Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Gambrills; abajjoa.clubexpress.com; Membership organization of mothers with children ages 2–19, dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders through leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving, and civic duty.
Arundel House of Hope Glen Burnie; 410-863-4888; arundelhoh.org; Arundel House of Hope is a non-profit ecumenical organization that provides emergency, transitional, and permanent affordable housing and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness in Anne Arundel County.
Arundel Lodge Edgewater; 443-433-5900; arundellodge.org; Arundel Lodge works toward a world where behavioral health disorders are not a limit to achieving a meaningful life and work to prevent behavioral health disorders and offer the necessary care and support for individuals to lead healthy, productive lives.
Arundel Rivers Federation Edgewater; 410-224-3802; arundelrivers.org; Deeply rooted in the South, West, and Rhode Rivers, Arundel Rivers Federation heals and protects our waterways and champions clean water across Maryland.
Assistance League of the Chesapeake Millersville; 410-956-3988; assistanceleague.org/chesapeake; This volunteer organization is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults through community-based philanthropic programs.
Ballet Theatre of Maryland, Inc. Annapolis; 410-224-5644; balletmaryland.org; Aim to inspire the audience through the transforming power of American dance.
Baltimore Washington Medical Center Foundation Glen Burnie; 410-787-4000; umms.org/bwmc; Build and grow relationships and financial resources to help UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center provide the highest quality healthcare to the communities we serve.
Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Annapolis; 410-216-6180; bdmuseum.maryland.gov; The museum, named for Benjamin Banneker and Frederick Douglass, is dedicated to preserving Maryland’s African American heritage and serves as the state’s official repository of African American material culture.
Bay Community Health West River and Shady Side; 410-867-4700; baycommunityhealth.org; Provides Primary Care and Behavioral Health services to all ages in a Patient Centered Medical Home environment. Accepts uninsured patients and a variety of health insurances. Insurance Eligibility and Enrollment and Care Management services available at no cost.
Bello Machre Glen Burnie; 443-702-3000; bellomachre.org; Dedicated to providing loving care, opportunity, and guidance for people with developmental disabilities in Maryland.
The Bernie House Annapolis; 443-951-5193; theberniehouse.org; The Bernie House provides survivors of domestic violence and their families transitional housing and services to promote financial stability.
The Bill Sweeney Perinatal Care Fund Arnold; 410-294-0152; billsweeneycharity.org; The Bill Sweeney Charity is dedicated to providing compassionate, specialized bereavement care to families affected by perinatal death, and to promoting healing for those who support them.
Bo’s Effort Davidsonville; 410-790-9673; boseffort.org; Seeks to assemble community resources to break the stigma of mental illness through education and guidance as well as fund initiatives that offer awareness to families and individuals seeking to manage their illness and live healthy and productive lives.
Box of Rain Foundation, Inc. Annapolis; 410-295-0104; amaritime.org/education; Box of Rain’s mission is to connect under-resourced youth to the Chesapeake Bay and its maritime heritage through fun, educational, and immersive experiences in nature.
Boy Scouts of America, Baltimore Area Council Hanover; 443-553-6913; baltimorebsa.org; Prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Annapolis; 410-263-2542; bgcaa.com; Inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
The Brick Companies Edgewater; 443-951-2000; thebrickcompanies.com; Create memorable places for current and future generations and keep a commitment to environmental leadership and social responsibility that us as a company.
Burrows Hill Foundation to Fight Friedreich’s Ataxia Annapolis; 410-279-6950; burrows-hill.org; Established to raise public awareness, money for research, find a cure, and assist those affected by FA.
Casey Cares Foundation Columbia; 443-568-0064; caseycares.org; Provides ongoing and uplifting programs with a special touch for critically ill children and their families in eight states and D.C.
Center of Help Annapolis; 410-295-3434; centerofhelp.org; Empowers, educates, and connects immigrants with resources to promote self-sufficiency and to advocate for the successful integration of the immigrant community into Anne Arundel County.
Charting Careers Annapolis; 215-301-3387; chartingcareers.org; Inspires youth to discover their power and reach their goals through transformative mentoring, life-enriching opportunities, and family partnership and by serving as champions for equity.
Chase Brexton Health Care Glen Burnie; 410-837-2050; chasebrexton.org; Provides compassionate and integrated high quality health care that honors diversity, addresses health inequities, and advances wellness in the community.
Chesapeake Arts Center Brooklyn Park; 410-636-6597; chesapeakearts.org; Fosters creativity, create connections, and inspire joy by delivering innovative and accessible arts and education programs.
Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Inc. Annapolis; 888-728-3229 (888-SAVEBAY); cbf.org; Dedicated to the protection, restoration, and management of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries.
Chesapeake Bay Trust Annapolis; 410-974-2941; cbtrust.org; Engages and empowers diverse groups to take actions that enrich natural resources and local communities of the Chesapeake Bay Region.
Chesapeake Children’s Museum Annapolis; 410-990-1993; theccm.org; Create an environment of discovery about oneself, the peoples, the technologies, and the ecology of the Chesapeake Bay area for all children and the children in all of us.
Chesapeake Conservancy Annapolis; 443-321-3610; chesapeakeconservancy.org; To conserve and restore the natural and cultural resources of the Chesapeake Bay watershed for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of this and future generations.
Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Annapolis; 410-222-1805; chesapeakecrossroads.org; Chesapeake Crossroads mission is to advance, support, and promote the natural, historic, and cultural resources of the region.
Chesapeake Environmental Protection Association Galesville; cepaonline.org; Concentrates on public awareness and education on Bay issues and encourage public activism and involvement in both legislation and enforcement of environmental policy.
Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (C.R.A.B.) Annapolis; 410-266-5722; crabsailing.org; Provides the therapeutic benefits of sailing to people with disabilities, recovering warriors, and youth from underserved communities.
Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra Annapolis; 443-758-3157; cysomusic.org; Provides young musicians with the opportunity to enjoy and refine their musical skills in ensemble performance.
Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, Inc. Annapolis; 410-757-2281; childrenstheatreofannapolis.org; Provides arts education for 5-to 18-year-olds through performances, workshops, technical stage training, internships, and apprenticeships in the theatrical arts.
Chris Gives Foundation Millersville; 443-695-5008; chrisgives.com; A 501(c)(3) charity organization developed to continue the legacy of Chris Mohns, Sr., who helped many people get back on the road. CGF will provide help to individuals struggling to pay for auto repairs and other transportation costs.
Chrysalis House Crownsville; 410-974-6829; chrysalishouses.org; Provides comprehensive recovery services that empower women to build a better life for themselves and their children.
Coastal Conservation Association Maryland Annapolis; 800-201-3474 (FISH); ccamd.org; Advocates for and conserves the sustainability of Maryland’s marine resources.
Colonial Players Annapolis; 410-268-7373; thecolonialplayers.org; Provide entertainment, education, training, and encouragement to all members of the community interested in participating in the dramatic arts.
Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County Annapolis; 410-280-1102; cfaac.org; Inspires and promotes giving in Anne Arundel County by connecting people who care with causes that matter.
The Complete Player Charity Glen Burnie; 301-580-1546; tcpyouthempowerment.org; Through academic mentoring, emotional support, and leadership programs, TCP creates spaces where all children feel valued and inspired to chase their dreams.
The Coordinating Center Millersville; 410-987-1048; coordinatingcenter.org; Partners with people of all ages and abilities and those who support them in the community to achieve their aspirations for independence, health, and a meaningful community life.
Doctors Community Medical Center Foundation Lanham; 301-552-8670; luminishealth.org; The Foundation’s mission is to continue the legacy of passionately caring for the health and well-being of the residents of Prince George’s County and the region with state-of-the-art equipment and quality healthcare services.
Downtown Annapolis Partnership Annapolis; downtownannapolispartnership.org; Strengthen and sustain local businesses, recognizing that a vibrant and healthy business community is essential to the economic success of the city.
The Education Foundation Annapolis; 410-266-3287; 21st-education.org; Match the needs of the public schools of Anne Arundel County and the resources of surrounding businesses, industry, and community.
Ellie’s Bus Anne Arundel County; elliesbus.org; Spread awareness of mental health issues and suicide prevention to teenagers across Maryland and across the country.
Foundation for Community Betterment Arnold; 410-394-9868; communitybetterment.org; Network of generous individuals who believe a simple gesture that touches just one life can positively impact an entire community.
GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis; 410-517-7474; gigisplayhouse.org; Offers therapeutic, educational programs and tutoring for free, to support all ages, from families with a prenatal diagnosis through adult individuals with Down syndrome.
Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake Annapolis; 410-635-9313; gotrchesapeake.org; Enhances participants’ social, emotional and physical skills to successfully navigate life experiences.
Girl Scouts of Central Maryland Baltimore; 1800-492-2521; gscm.org; Provide a place where girls are encouraged to share and explore their hopes and dreams. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
Giving Back Linda’s Legacy Severna Park; info@homelessdrive.org; homelessdrive.org; Dedicated to helping the homeless and inspiring everyone to get more involved with volunteering.
Greater Annapolis Design District Annapolis; annapolisdesigndistrict.com; Help residents and businesses to design, build, renovate, decorate, furnish, repair and maintain their homes and places of business.
Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake Baltimore; 410-366-1250; habitatchesapeake.org; Works in partnership with families in need of housing to build simple, decent, and affordable homes.
Hammond-Harwood House Annapolis; 410-263-4683; hammondharwoodhouse.org; To preserve and to interpret the architecturally significant Hammond-Harwood House Museum and its collection of fine and decorative arts, and to explore the diverse social history associated with its occupants, both free and enslaved, for the purposes of education and appreciation.
The Harbour School Annapolis; 410-974-4248; harbourschool.org; Provides supportive, individualized education to students with learning disabilities, autism, speech impairments, and other disabilities.
Historic Annapolis Annapolis; 410-267-7619; annapolis.org; Preserves and protect the historic places, objects, and stories of Maryland’s capital city, and provide engaging experiences that connect people to the area’s diverse heritage.
Hope For All Glen Burnie; 410-766-0372; hopeforall.us; Provides basic human necessities (i.e. furniture, housewares, clothing, and personal items) to families and individuals without sufficient economic resources.
Hope House Treatment Center Crownsville; 410-923-6700; hopehousemd.org; Residential, inpatient treatment center specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health challenges and problem gambling.
Hospice of the Chesapeake Pasadena; 410-987-2003; hospicechesapeake.org; Provides physical, psycho-social, and spiritual support services to individuals living with and affected by advanced illness.
Impact 100 Greater Chesapeake Annapolis; info@impact100greaterchesapeake.org; impact100greaterchesapeake.org; Funding the community through organizations supporting the arts and culture, the environment, education, health and wellness, and families— right here in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
The Ivy Community Charities of Prince George’s County Suitland; 301-702-7312; iccpgc.org; The Ivy Community Charities of Prince George’s County, Inc. is committed to community outreach through education, health, the family, leadership development, cultural arts and economic empowerment.
James’ Place, Inc. Ellicott City; 410-480-2334; jamesplaceinc.org; Raises funds to provide services to those with substance addiction and educates on the complex issues of substances.
Junior League of Annapolis Annapolis; 410-224-8984; jlannapolis.org; An organization of women is committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community.
Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation Annapolis; 410-295-9395; kintehaley.org; Spreads Alex Haley’s vision of a world that celebrates ethnic diversity while honoring humankind’s common, universal experiences.
Lucky and Blessed Fishing Maryland; labfishing.org; Dedicated to providing inclusive and therapeutic fishing experiences to underserved and differently abled communities in Maryland.
Langton Green Annapolis; 410-263-3225; langtongreen.org; Helps people with developmental disabilities to live with the highest possible degree of independence and quality of life.
Leadership of Anne Arundel, Inc. Annapolis; 410-571-9798; leadershipaa.org; Provides people of diverse backgrounds with the education, resources, and networks necessary to become successful, proactive leaders.
Leslie’s Week Annapolis; 410-263-5598; lesliesweek.org; Provides vacations away from cancer for Stage 4 Breast Cancer women and their families.
Life of Joy Millersville; info@lifeofjoyfoundation.org; lifeofjoyfoundation.org; Aims to nurture mental wellness and prevent suicide by serving as a link to integrative care of mind, body and spirit and serve as advocates with collaborative network of resources, community engagement and cost assistance programs.
Light House: A Homeless Prevention Support Center Annapolis; 410-349-5056; annapolislighthouse.org; Helps rebuild lives with compassion by providing shelter and services to prevent homelessness and empower people as they transition toward self-sufficiency.
Live Arts Maryland Annapolis; 443-771-5198; liveartsmaryland.org; Enhances community life through performing a wide variety of music and to provide education programs for musicians of all ages. Programs include Annapolis Chorale, Annapolis Chamber Orchestra, Annapolis Youth Chorus, and St. Anne’s Concert Series.
Livewater Foundation Annapolis; livewaterfoundation.org; Serves veterans, underprivileged youth, and the waters they paddle while inspiring a lifestyle of health and wellness through watersports activities.
Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE) Baltimore; mcie.org; MCIE’s mission is to be the catalyst for the meaningful and successful inclusion of all students in their neighborhood or choice schools.
Maryland Cultural & Conference Center (MC3) Annapolis; 410-626-6055; Creates a world-class performing arts center in our state capital to confirm Maryland’s commitment and support of the importance of the arts in our society.
Maryland Federation of Art Annapolis; 410-268-4566; mdfedart.org; Creates connections in the community by hosting professional avenues of exhibition for local, national, and international artists.
Maryland Hall Annapolis; 410-263-5544; marylandhall.org; Provides entertainment and education for adults and children including classes and workshops in visual and performing arts in dance, theatre, visual arts, music, and health.
Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled Baltimore; 410-230-2424; marylandlibraries.org; Provides support and awareness of the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.
Maryland Therapeutic Riding Crownsville; 410-923-6800; horsesthatheal.org; Connects humans and horses to help conquer physical, developmental and emotional challenges and improving quality of life.
Monarch Academy Annapolis, Glen Burnie and Laurel; 410-444-3800; monarchacademy.org; Tuition-free, public charter school that educates students to be self-motivated, creative, critical thinkers and life-long learners who are productive contributors to the global community in the 21st century.
NAMI Anne Arundel County Arnold; 443-995-2222; namiaac.org; Works to positively impact the lives of individuals living with mental illness and their families by reducing stigma and providing support, education, and advocacy.
National Ovarian Center Coalition: Central Maryland Chapter Crownsville; 443-569-4651; ovarian.org; The mission of the NOCC is to save lives through the prevention and cure of ovarian cancer and to improve quality of life for survivors and their caregivers.
Nature’s Sacred Annapolis; 410-268-1376; naturesacred.org; Inspires, informs and guides communities in the creation of public green spaces designed to improve mental health, unify communities and engender peace.
Nico’s Hope for Life Foundation nicoshopeforlifefoundation.org; hello@nicoshopeforlifefoundation.com; Strive to empower the community by raising awareness about the silent epidemic and providing resources to support those struggling with their mental health.
Olivia Constants Foundation Annapolis; 443-949-7714; oliviaconstants.org; Supports and encourages individuals and organizations in their efforts to enhance the positive quality of individual, family, and community life.
Opportunity Builders, Inc. Millersville; 410-787-0700; obiworks.org; Provides adults with developmental disabilities a motivational environment offering vocational training, employment services, recreational activities, and support services.
Oyster Recovery Partnership, Inc. Annapolis; 410-990-4970; oysterrecovery.org; Leads the conservation of the native oyster in the Chesapeake Bay and beyond, through oyster restoration, shell recycling, conservation, and sustainable fishery practices.
Parents Place of Maryland Glen Burnie; 410-768-9100; ppmd.org; Empowers family as advocates and partners in improving education and health outcomes for all children with disabilities and special healthcare needs.
Partners In Care, Inc. Pasadena; 410-544-4800; partnersincare.org; Assists older and disabled adults to remain independent in their own homes by helping with transportation, handyman chores, and other neighborly tasks.
Patuxent Riverkeeper Upper Marlboro; 855-725-2925; paxriverkeeper.org; Protects, restores, and advocates for clean water in the Patuxent River and its connected ecosystem.
Pets with Disabilities Prince Frederick; 443-624-9270; petswithdisabilities.org; Provides humane sheltering and specialized vetting for those pets in need and provide support, resources and education for families whose pet has become disabled or those who are thinking about adding a pet with a disability to their family.
Project Chesapeake Annapolis; 443-214-5097; projectchesapeake.com; Strengthens communities through innovative, recovery-focused strategies and connects individuals seeking alcohol or drug abuse and addiction counseling services with the best treatment opportunities to promote long-term recovery and sustained success.
Providence of Maryland Arnold; 410-766-2212; www.providenceofmaryland.org; Supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to discover and live their best lives in their communities.
Rebuilding Together Severna Park; 240-749-1699; rebuildingtogether.org; Provides free services to Anne Arundel County homeowners who are elderly or disabled, or households with children that face necessary but unaffordable dwelling repairs.
Robert A. Pascal Youth and Family Services Severna Park; 410-975-0067; pascalcsi.org; Provides persons experiencing behavioral health and substance use disorder crises with innovative, comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder treatment.
Rotary Club of Annapolis Annapolis; annapolisrotary.org; Proceeds from the Rotary Club of Annapolis’s fundraising efforts go to many worthy organizations in the area, with the aim of making life in Annapolis better for everyone.
Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis Annapolis; info@sailbeyondcancer.org; sailbeyondcancer.org/annapolis-md-chapter; Honoring those challenged by cancer by harnessing the healing powers of wind, water, and sail.
Sarah’s House Baltimore; 667-600-2000; cc-md.org/programs/sarahs-house; Provides safe shelter, daily meals, personal, as well as professional casework support for those in need.
Scenic Rivers Land Trust Annapolis; 410-424-4000; srlt.org; A nonprofit, nongovernmental organization that assists landowners who want to protect and preserve their undeveloped properties. Land trusts craft and execute voluntary land protection agreements, such as conservation easements, with landowners who wish to conserve their properties and take advantage of financial incentives.
Scholarships for Scholars Annapolis; 410-544-2341; scholarshipsforscholars.org; A nonprofit to award scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are county residents attending public and accredited private high schools in Anne Arundel County and home-schooled students living in Anne Arundel County.
Second Chance Baltimore; 410-385-1700; secondchanceinc.org; Provides people, materials and the environment with a second chance by deconstructing buildings and homes, salvage usable materials, and make those and other donated items available to the public for reuse.
Seeds 4 Success Annapolis; 410-533-3847; seeds4success.org; Provides children from low-income communities with the skills and support to achieve success in school and life.
Senior Dog Sanctuary Severn; 443-742-0270; seniordogsanctuary.com; Providing a permanent safe haven for senior dogs who are unable to be cared for by their owners, who are abandoned or abused, or face euthanasia.
Services from the Heart Severna Park; donna@communityservicesfromtheheart.com; communityservicesfromtheheart.com; Provides children in need with weekly food backpacks over the weekend and holidays.
Severn River Association Annapolis; 410-774-0317; severnriver.org; Connect the people who live, work, and play on the Severn River to restore and protect it for all of our communities.
Severn Riverkeeper Annapolis; 410-849-2329; severnriverkeeper.org; To protect and restore the Severn River for our families and future generations.
Sheppard Pratt Baltimore; 410-938-3000; sheppardpratt.org; Comprehensive psychiatric rehabilitation services and outpatient mental health clinic services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.
SPCA of Anne Arundel County Annapolis; 410-268-4388; aacspca.org; The SPCA exists to protect animals in Anne Arundel County from acts of cruelty and neglect.
Special Olympics Maryland Baltimore; 410-242-1515; somd.org; Provides year-round sports training and competitions to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and other closely related developmental disabilities.
Start The Adventure in Reading Annapolis (STAIR) Annapolis; 443-924-1578; stairannapolis.org; Works with second-grade readers in Anne Arundel County Public Schools to help children improve critical early literacy skills.
The Summit School Edgewater; 410-798-0005; thesummitschool.org; Educates children with unique learning styles to their full potential. Serving bright students with dyslexia and other learning differences.
Unstoppable Joy 410-213-3707; unstoppablejoyco.org; Provides preventive support and supportive care for cancer warriors and caregivers, emphasizing the importance of putting self-care first.
Vision Workshops Annapolis; info@visionworkshops.org; visionworkshops.org; Provides innovative, dynamic, educational, and life-changing experiences for youth from underserved communities using the tools of photojournalism.
Walk the Walk Foundation Annapolis; 443-457-0216; wtwf.org; Faith-centered organization working to help children with fundamental needs.
We Care and Friends Annapolis; 410-263-2874; wecareandfriends.org; Supports the building blocks to create strong families and communities in areas affected by drugs, poverty, and crime in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.
The Well Curtis Bay; 410-589-6670; drinkatthewell.org; Community of women committed to transforming lives through long-term relationships, practical programs, and the healing power of love.
Wellness House of Annapolis Annapolis; 410-990-0941; annapoliswellnesshouse.org; Provides strength and support for people and families living and coping with cancer.
YMCA Camp Letts Edgewater; 410-919-1410; ymcadc.org/campletts; Offers Traditional and Specialty Day Camps, Resident Camps, and a year-round Retreat Center.
Yumi C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Ellicott City; 703-624-5482; yumicares.org; Therapeutic art program for pediatric hospital patients founded by Maryland’s First Lady, Yumi Hogan.
YWCA Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Arnold; 410-626-7800; annapolisywca.org; Provides environments where women and girls can thrive.
Eastern Shore
Caroline County
Adkins Arboretum Ridgely; 410-634-2847; adkinsarboretum.org; Promotes the conservation and restoration of the Chesapeake Bay region’s native landscapes.
Benedictine Foundation Ridgely; 410-634-2112; benschool.org; Assists individuals with disabilities in becoming as independent or semi-independent as possible.
Corsica River Mental Health Services, Inc. Centreville; 401-758-2211; crmhsinc.com; Provides caring, effective, and highly accessible mental health and substance use disorder treatment through clinics.
Martin’s House & Barn Ridgely; 410-634-2537; martinshouseandbarn.org; Provides essential support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and financial hardship in our community.
Dorchester County
Baywater Animal Rescue Cambridge; 410-228-3090; baywateranimalrescue.org; Provides and encourages humane treatment of animals.
Delmarva Community Services Cambridge; 410-221-1900; dcsdct.org; Helps senior citizens and persons with developmental disabilities maintain an independent lifestyle within the community.
Dorchester Center for the Arts Cambridge; 410-228-7782; dorchesterarts.org; Enriches Maryland’s Eastern Shore through quality, engaging programming in the visual, literary, musical, and performing arts.
Dorchester General Hospital Foundation, Inc. Cambridge; umms.org; Works to raise funds to benefit programs and services and University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Dorchester.
Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center Cambridge; 410-221-2600; esahec.org; Recruits and retains health care professionals and builds healthy communities through educational opportunities and collaborative partnerships.
Friends of Blackwater Cambridge; friendsofblackwater.org; Assists Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Martin National Wildlife Refuge, and Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge in carrying out their educational, interpretive, and public-use missions.
Nanticoke Watershed Alliance Vienna; nanticokeriver.org; Seeks to conserve the natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the Nanticoke River watershed.
Nanticoke Historic Preservation Alliance—Restore Handsell Cambridge; 410-228-7458; restorehandsell.org; Supports the restoration of Handsell, an 18th-century ivy-covered, red brick building located in the middle of what is known as “Indiantown.”
Richardson Maritime Museum Cambridge; 410-221-1871; richardsonmuseum.org; Preserves and promotes the boat-building heritage of Dorchester County and the Chesapeake Bay.
Kent County
Animal Care Shelter for Kent County Chestertown; 410-778-3648; acskc.org; The Humane Society of Kent County has provided animal control services, worked to prevent animal cruelty and provide homes for unwanted animals.
Bayside H.O.Y.A.S Chestertown; 410-778-3148; baysidehoyas.org; The mission is to promote academic excellence, positive character development, and civic responsibility among secondary school age youth and young adults in Kent and Queen Anne’s counties through mentoring, community activities, leadership seminars, sports, and activism.
Chester River Health Foundation Chestertown; 667-343-3721; umcrhf.org; Raises funds that steward and enhance healthcare excellence for the people who live in or visit the communities served by UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown and Chester River Home Care.
Chestertown RiverArts Chestertown; 410-778-6300; chestertownriverarts.com; RiverArts hosts exciting programs including monthly exhibits, salon discussions, photography club and more.
Eastern Shore Rabbit Rescue and Education Center Rock Hall; 410-639-7535; esrrec.org; The Eastern Shore Rabbit Rescue and Education Center (ESRREC), is based in Rock Hall, Maryland. ESRREC ensures the health, safety and emotional well-being of abandoned pet rabbits on Maryland’s Eastern Shore through shelter and care, with guidance to the families who adopt them as companion animals.
Echo Hill Outdoor School, Inc. Worton; 410-348-5880; ehos.org; Works to create a climate of freedom and growth that bolsters a safe, fun, and educational experience in the outdoors.
Garfield Centerfor the Arts at the Prince Theatre Chestertown; 410-810-2060; garfieldcenter.org; Chestertown’s Garfield Center produces the area’s best plays and musicals, outstanding youth theatre camps and local and national music artists.
Greater Rock Hall Business Association Rock Hall; 410-935-3491; welcometorockhall.com; The Greater Rock Hall Business Association is a non-profit, member-based organization dedicated to promoting business in the Rock Hall area. We advertise, educate and serve as an advocate for our member businesses, and we support community events that contribute to the success of our membership.
Kent Family Center Chestertown; 410-810-3790; kentfamilycenter.org; Provides free, comprehensive services to expecting parents and families of children birth to three in Kent County.
Rebuilding Together Chestertown; 410-708-9936; rebuildingtogether.org; Provides free services to Caroline County homeowners who are elderly or disabled, or households with children that face necessary but unaffordable dwelling repairs.
Sultana Education Foundation Chestertown; 410-778-5954; sultanaprojects.org; Connects people to the Chesapeake Bay’s history, ecology, and culture, and inspires them to join in preserving and restoring America’s largest estuary.
United Way of Kent County Chestertown; 410-778-3195; unitedwayofkentcounty.org; United Way of Kent County works with local non-profits and agencies to identify and prioritize community needs. United Way Kent County raises funds, allocates these funds, and focuses resources towards area prioritized by the Board of Directors.
Upper Shore Aging Chestertown; 410-778-6000; uppershoreaging.org; Helps older community members maintain a good quality of life in familiar surroundings, as opposed to long-term-care institutionalization.
Women in Need, Inc. Chestertown; 410-778-5999; win-foundation.org; Meets the immediate needs of local women while working toward helping them achieve permanent self-sufficiency through providing emergency assistance, transitional housing, agency referrals, and mentoring.
Queen Anne’s County
Anne Arundel Counseling Centreville and Stevensville; 410-768-5988; annearundelcounseling.com; Counseling and therapeutic professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive treatment to children, adolescents, and adults through individual, family and group counseling.
Bosom Buddies Charities Stevensville; bosombuddiescharities.com; Promotes breast cancer awareness, research and prevention, and benefits diagnostic mammography, treatment methodology, and healing.
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center Grasonville; 410-827-6694; bayrestoration.org; Promotes stewardship and sustainability through environmental education and habitat restoration.
Chesapeake Charities Stevensville; 410-643-4020; chesapeakecharities.org; Enables people like you to establish charitable funds or donate to a cause you support.
Chesterwye Center Grasonville; 410-827-7048; chesterwye.org; Provides a variety of services and support to adults with developmental disabilities, including residential, vocational, recreational, medical, and transportation assistance.
Church Hill Theatre Church Hill; 410-556-6003; churchhilltheatre.org; Creates and presents quality performances and educational opportunities for members of our diverse community.
Compass Centreville; 443-262-4100; compassregionalhospice.org; Provides comprehensive, professional, and compassionate end-of-life care and bereavement support.
Crossroads Community, Inc. Centreville; 410-758-3050; ccinconline.com; Offers recovery-focused behavioral health care services—day, residential, and community—for children and adults.
Harry R. Hughes Center for Agro-Ecology, Inc. Queenstown; 410-827-6202; agnr.umd.edu; Funds research, policy initiatives, and outreach programs designed to help Maryland’s farmers and foresters maintain profitable and environmentally sustainable working landscapes.
Haven Ministries Chester; 410-827-7194; haven-ministries.org; · Haven Ministries provides food, shelter, clothing, and critical support to under-resourced individuals residing in Queen Anne’s County.
Horizons Kent and Queen Anne’s Chestertown; 410-778-9903; horizonskentqueenannes.org; Provides summer learning programs designed to provide academic support and meaningful enrichment to under-resourced elementary and middle school children.
Kinera Foundation Stevensville; 443-249-3126; kinera.org; Committed to ensuring that families raising children with special needs have equitable access to therapies and treatments within the Eastern Shore.
LEAD Maryland Foundation Queenstown; 410-827-8056; extension.umd.edu/lead-maryland; Providing opportunities to expand leadership abilities and resources to people interested in the future of Maryland agriculture.
Plastic Free QAC Grasonville; 301-275-2966; Plasticfreeqac.com; Committed to educating, raising awareness, and bringing clarity to the choices each individual can take to improve our environment.
Project Chesapeake Centreville; 443-262-0425; projectchesapeake.com; Strengthens communities through innovative, recovery-focused strategies and connects individuals seeking alcohol or drug abuse and addiction counseling services with the best treatment opportunities to promote long-term recovery and sustained success.
Queen Anne’s Conservation Association, Inc. Centreville; qaca.org; A conservation and land use advocacy organization that works to promote good planning policy and good government in Queen Anne’s County.
Queen Anne’s County Arts Council Centreville; 410-758-2520; queenannescountyarts.com; Works to promote, expand, and sustain the arts in Queen Anne’s County.
Talisman Therapeutic Riding Grasonville; 443-239-9400; talismantherapeuticriding.org; We empower personal growth and healing through equine-assisted activities and learning. Our beautiful 30-acre farm provides a peaceful setting to serve people of all ages with cognitive, physical, emotional, and social challenges, disabilities, and diagnoses.
Talbot County
Academy Art Museum Easton; 410-822-2787; academyartmuseum.org; AAM offers visitors of all ages opportunities to look closely at art, experiment in making it, and get inspired by talks, tours, and performances.
Avalon Foundation, Inc. Easton; 410-822-7299; theavalonfoundation.com; Provides diversified arts and education programs on the Eastern Shore.
Building African American Minds (BAAM) Easton; 443-496-3034; baaminc.org; BAAM aims to recognize and address socioeconomic barriers that inhibit the ability to learn effectively and provide academic enrichment in a safe, caring, and structured environment.
CASA of the Mid Shore Easton; 410-822-2866; casamidshore.org; Advocates for the best interests of children who are under the protection of the court system because of abuse, neglect, or abandonment.
Channel Marker, Inc. Easton; 410-822-4619; channelmarker.org; Offers prevention programs and psychiatric rehabilitation services to youth and adults.
Chase Brexton Easton; 410-837-2050; chasebrexton.org; Provides a range of clinical services from primary medical care and behavioral health services to dental and pharmacy, among others, and welcomes more than 40,000 patients annually.
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum St. Michaels; 410-745-2916; cbmm.org; Inspires an understanding of, and appreciation for, the rich maritime heritage of the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal reaches, together with the artifacts, cultures, and connections between this place and its people.
Chesapeake Music, Inc. Easton; 410-819-0380; chesapeakemusic.org; Brings world-class chamber music to a growing audience of young and old on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Chesapeake College Foundation Wye Mills; 410-827-5866; chesapeake.edu/chesapeake-college-foundation; Helps students become successful individuals through scholarship support, funds for technology, rewarding teaching innovation, and other initiatives.
Chesapeake Voyagers, Inc. Easton; 410-822-1601; chesapeakevoyagers.org; Promotes wellness and recovery by empowering individuals with mental health needs to reach their full potential.
Critchlow Adkins Children’s Centers Easton; 410-822-8061; cacckids.org; Uses age-appropriate curriculum to engage and nurture children ages 2 to 4 in preschool and pre-kindergarten, and children in kindergarten to sixth grade in before- and after-school programs.
Dixon House Easton; 410-822-6661; dixonhouse.org; Provides quality and affordable care to seniors in a comfortable home-like setting.
Eastern Shore Land Conservancy Easton; 410-690-4603; eslc.org; Conserves the lands that will best preserve the Eastern Shore’s farms, forests, fisheries, and rich rural heritage for the benefit of future generations.
Environmental Concern Inc. Easton; 410-745-9620; wetland.org; EC is committed to improving water quality and creating, restoring, and conserving wetlands, living shorelines and other natural habitats through education and outreach.
Evergreen Cove Holistic Learning Center Easton; 410-819-3395; evergreeneaston.org; Offers classes, workshops, and retreats focused on the areas of maximum health, stress reduction, and self-discovery.
For All Seasons, Inc. Easton, Cambridge, Chestertown, Stevensville; 410-822-1018; forallseasonsinc.org; Recognizes and responds to community needs in regards to mental health and sexual assault.
Freedom Rowers Easton; freedomrowers.org; Boosts self-esteem and discipline, and opens doors for scholastic, community and personal achievement through the sport of rowing.
Friends of Wye Mill Wye Mills; 410-827-3850; oldwyemill.org; Owns and operates the Wye Grist Mill, established in 1682.
Habitat for Humanity Choptank Trappe; 410-476-3204; habitatchoptank.org; Builds simple, decent houses with volunteer labor, donated capital, and income from monthly mortgage payments for residents of the area who would otherwise be unable to purchase a home.
Historical Society of Talbot County Easton; 410-822-0773; talbothistory.org; Preserves, communicates, and celebrates the heritage of Talbot County by educating residents and visitors.
Leadership Maryland Easton; 410-841-2101; leadershipmd.org; A uniquely talented network of informed leaders representing business, nonprofits, government, unions, and education to be a catalyst for positive change in Maryland.
Memorial Hospital Foundation Easton; 410-822-1000; ummhospfoundation.org; Supports and encourages quality health care and medical services in the Talbot County community through University of Maryland Memorial Hospital at Easton.
Mid-Shore Community Mediation Center Easton; 410-820-5553; midshoremediation.org; Builds stronger communities by facilitating fair, free, and prompt resolution of disputes.
Mid-Shore Community Foundation Easton; 410-820-8175; mscf.org; Connects private resources with public needs to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties.
Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence Easton; 800-927-4673; mscfv.org; Seeks to break the cycle of domestic violence through intervention and prevention, providing shelter, counseling, services, and advocacy for victims and abusers.
Neighborhood Service Center Easton; 410-822-5015; nsctalbotmd.org; Seeks to improve the quality of life, both socially and economically, for low-income residents of Talbot County.
Oxford Community Center, Inc. Oxford; 410-226-5904; oxfordcc.org; Provides a welcoming place where area residents and visitors of all ages can participate in programs and activities that enrich community life.
Pickering Creek Audubon Center Easton; 410-822-4903; pickeringcreek.org; Provides environmental and science education programs to students from eight Maryland counties and the District of Columbia.
Phillips Wharf Environmental Center, Inc. Tilghman; 410-886-9200; phillipswharf.org; Seeks to educate and create an understanding of, and appreciation for, the ecosystems of the Chesapeake Bay and the heritage and life of the Chesapeake Bay watermen.
Positive Strides Easton/Preston; 443-239-4953; positivestridescenter.org; Provides therapy for physically, mentally, and emotionally challenged individuals through therapeutic horseback riding.
Shore Legal Access Easton; 410-690-8128; shorelegal.org Provides access to free or reduced-fee legal services throughout the Mid-Shore to qualified litigants in civil matters.
Shore Rivers Easton; 443-385-0511; shorerivers.org; A clean water voice for Maryland’s Eastern Shore and home to the Chester, Choptank, Miles-Wye, and Sassafras Riverkeepers.
St. Michaels Community Center St. Michaels; 410-745-6073; stmichaelscc.org; Promotes and provides quality activities and services that will contribute to the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the community.
Talbot Community Connections Easton; 410-770-5908; talbotcommunityconnections.org; Raises and distributes funds, services, and supplies to answer unmet needs fundamental to the safety, security, health, and well-being of Talbot County’s children and adults.
Talbot County Arts Council Easton; 410-245-5195; talbotarts.org; Provides funding and other assistance for arts programs, arts organization, and arts education in Talbot County.
Talbot Hospice Foundation Easton; 410-822-6681; talbothospice.org; Offers hope, compassionate support, and services to all members of the community facing end-of-life issues, including patient/family care, community education, and advocacy.
Talbot Humane Easton; 410-822-0107; talbothumane.org; Rescues animals from neglect, places companion animals into loving homes, reunites lost pets with their owners, and reduces pet overpopulation through aggressive spay and neuter programs.
Talbot Interfaith Shelter Easton; 410-690-3120; talbotinterfaithshelter.org; Talbot Interfaith Shelter is dedicated to ending homelessness on Maryland’s Mid-Shore by providing Shelter, Stability Support and a path to Success for families and individuals in need.
Talbot Mentors Easton; 410-770-5999; talbotmentors.org; Provides mentors to Talbot County children to support them in the challenges and opportunities of adolescence through friendship, guidance, and education.
Tilghman Island Volunteer Fire Company Tilghman Island; 410-886-2101; tilghmanvfc.com; Proudly serving our community since 1925, neighbors helping neighbors.
Tilghman Watermen’s Museum Tilghman; 410-886-1025; tilghmanmuseum.org; Celebrates the culture and heritage of Tilghman Island’s watermen and their families through an ever-growing collection of historical artifacts and boat models.
Waterfowl Festival, Inc. Easton; 410-822-4567; waterfowlfestival.org; Dedicated to creating, restoring and conserving waterfowl habitat throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed and nearby coastal bays.
Women & Girls Fund of the Mid-Shore Easton; 410-770-8347; womenandgirlsfund.org; Targets and funds local programs that address crucial and underserved issues impacting the region’s women and girls.
YMCA of the Chesapeake Easton; morethanagym@ymcachesapeake.org; ymcachesapeake.org; Multiple locations in Easton and throughout the Eastern Shore; youth, adult, and family fitness facilities, programs, camps, childcare, and community events.
