Engagement and Advocacy

Congratulations to Joshua M. Freeman Foundation!

Congratulations to Joshua M. Freeman Foundation!

Being accredited by the Standards for Excellence Institute demonstrates that the nonprofit has met the rigorous requirements that are included in the standards.

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MLU launches its first bilingual public service announcement

MLU launches its first bilingual public service announcement

It is time to engage and mobilize Latino voters in Maryland

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Congratulations to North American Land Trust!

Congratulations to North American Land Trust!

The Standards for Excellence Institute would like to congratulate North American Land Trust for earning their accreditation.

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A special tribute to our dear friend and colleague Kenna Forsyth

A special tribute to our dear friend and colleague Kenna Forsyth

For those who fondly remember her, we encourage you to pay tribute to Kenna by choosing a good book, helping a friend, or serving your neighbors.

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Congratulations to Touch Stones Financial Wellness Services!

Congratulations to Touch Stones Financial Wellness Services!

The Standards for Excellence Institute congratulates Touch Stones Financial Wellness Services for earning the Standards basics recognition under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector. To earn the Standards basics...

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Congratulations to HOPE For All!

Congratulations to HOPE For All!

The Standards for Excellence Institute congratulates HOPE For All for earning the Standards basics recognition under the Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector.

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Building a Better Farm Bill for Equity and Justice

Building a Better Farm Bill for Equity and Justice

These bills should aim to support Maryland's nonprofits and marginalized communities by fostering justice and equity in federal food and agriculture policy.

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Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

By Cecilia Schenking  This May, we honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This month holds special significance as we celebrate the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in our history. Asian Pacific...

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Older Americans Month

By Cecilia Schenking  As we commemorate Older Americans Awareness Month, we celebrate our seniors’ invaluable contributions, wisdom, and resilience. This month provides us with a valuable opportunity to reflect on the countless ways that older Americans have...

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Mental Health Awareness Month

By Cecilia Schenking As we begin May, enjoying the spring weather and all that comes with it, we recognize this month’s significance as Mental Health Awareness Month. Now more than ever, it is crucial to shine a light on mental health, to destigmatize conversations...

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