Half of Maryland jobs are in small businesses--most now shut down in the pandemic, like the rest of the economy.  We talk with Maryland Department of Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz... READ MORE

In light of recent events, the Fund [or Education Excellence] asked a group of City Schools’ principals to share their perspectives and experience in grappling with school closures and the COVID-... READ MORE

​Howard County funders are coordinating to rapidly raise funds and deploy critical resources to nonprofits in Howard County through HoCoRespond.com, with... READ MORE

While the economic impact of prolonged closures is predicted to be drastic, it hasn’t stopped some of Baltimore’s most recognizable businesses from lending a hand during the pandemic. READ MORE

The truest test of any society is how its most marginalized members fare during times of crisis. While many of our lives are being inconvenienced during this COVID-19 crisis, roughly 53,000 children in low-income families in the District ― most of which are families of color ― are facing significant challenges from many angles. READ MORE

In this time, more than ever, our local businesses need the community’s support. It may feel like a conflicting message, we’re being told to stay home and to interact with local businesses, but... READ MORE

The United Way of Frederick County has announced the launch of an emergency relief fund with the backing by community philanthropists [the Ausherman Family Foundation... READ MORE

Under Armour announced Thursday morning it is pledging $2 million to benefit those affected by the... READ MORE

Cat memes won't be enough to keep us sane as we approach nearly a week of social distancing to keep the coronavirus — already spreading fast in Maryland — from infecting more citizens. But you can... READ MORE