Public Policy

Shanetta Martin's Key Takeaways from the 2024 Philanthropy + Policy Institute

Release Date:

10/31/2024

On October 3rd, United Philanthropy Forum’s network of philanthropy-serving organizations (PSOs) came together for an annual Philanthropy + Policy Institute to share the political forecast, strategies for engaging with a new federal administration, how best to navigate the regulatory process, the role of philanthropy in preparing for Census 2030, and a special focus on the power of collaboration between state governments and philanthropy through public/private partnerships.

Commentary: As homicides fall, can we credit COVID stimulus funds?

Release Date:

02/12/2024

The recent sharp drop in homicides and other crimes in certain cities across the country is welcome news.

Charities Lose Fight to Persuade Lawmakers to Adopt New Giving Incentives

Release Date:

12/21/2022

The $1.7 trillion spending package President Biden signed into law shortly before the New Year left the biggest item on charities’ legislative agenda out in the cold.

Strengthening Civic Infrastructure in the Build Back Better Act

Release Date:

11/15/2021

Maryland Philanthropy Network has joined our colleagues from the Nonprofit Infrastructure Investment Advocacy Group (NIIAG) in responding to The Build Back Better legislation expected to see Congressional action this week. Maggie Gunther

Maryland Philanthropy Network joins United Philanthropy Forum in Request to Congress for Sector Inclusion

Release Date:

05/03/2021

Maryland Philanthropy Network joins United Philanthropy Forum signing on to a letter related to understanding how changes to the tax code in Congress impact the charitable sector and what it means for data-driven decision making to have an impact on policy reform. The ask is to include charitable organizations and donors in discussions that impact the sector as soon as possible. This letter was signed onto this as it is in alignment with the broader policy of charitable reform which seems to allow for general support.

Needed: Community Investment Boards for an Effective American Rescue Plan

Release Date:

04/26/2021

With the American Rescue Plan allocating hundreds of billions of dollars across the country, it is essential for state and local governments to set up community investment boards (CIBs) that strengthen public-private partnerships and advance equit

Bainum Brief, Volume 2 Creating Change Through Policy Advocacy: 10 Ways Foundations Can Engage

Release Date:

09/22/2020

This Bainum Brief highlights 10 ways foundations can engage in policy advocacy, with examples from many funders, including the Bainum Family Foundation, across an array of topics. It also provides lessons learned to make the best use of scarce resources and maximize the chances of success.

Md. Chamber of Commerce launches ‘ReNEW Maryland’ initiative

Release Date:

05/05/2020

Maryland Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Christine Ross Tuesday announced the launch of the

Washington, DC Deserves Pandemic Relief Funding Equal to States

Release Date:

04/21/2020

Maryland Philanthropy Network joined a public statement issued today by our colleagues at the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers regarding funding for the District of Columbia as part of federal legisl

Maryland Philanthropy Network's Kirwan Legislation Letter of Support

Release Date:

02/25/2020

HB1300/SB1000: Blueprint for Maryland's Future – Implementation

House Committees: Appropriations, and Ways and Means

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