In a BCF staff viewpoint column, Vice President of Community Investment Danista Hunte talks about a new initiative to ensure each Baltimore school has a great principal. A great principal, she says, is absolutely crucial for making a great school. Read her column here. 

BCF recently held a 20 Minute Update on the Endow Maryland State Tax Credit legislation -- a credit that would directly benefit donors to community foundations. Missed it? Not to worry -- you can read about it and hear a recording here. 

Valentine's Day extended due to snow! Remember the ones you love: family, friends, and Baltimore! What will your gift to our region be? We at BCF have some great ideas for you -- click here to feel the love. 

BCF was in Annapolis on Feb. 12 to offer testimony in favor of two key pieces of legislation. HB450/SB486 would provide a state tax credit for gifts to endowments at certified community foundations across our state. HB297/SB332 would expand access to pre-kindergarten. Find out more about both bills and how you can help on our advocacy page - here.

Do you know a high school senior? Make sure they know about BCF's scholarships, including our new BCF Scholarship for Young Civic Leaders. Click here for a list of all the awards we offer, and note that the application deadline is March 16. Need some inspiration? Meet last year's winners here. Good luck, scholars!