October 15, 2014  
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FEATURE STORY
A generous spirit supports BCF and Baltimore
Anne Homer Martin' s quiet life masked a generous spirit. Upon her death in June 2013, she left BCF an unrestricted bequest that will help bolster our Invest in Baltimore fund, and help build a better Baltimore for generations tocome. Read the entire story.
901 Arts contributes to a "Better Waverly"

When Sarah Tooley, Executive Director at 901 Arts began planning her summer program in 2013, she knew that she wanted to address the the lack of economic opportunities for the teens in her neighborhood. A grant from BCF's Neighborhood Grants program helped make that happen. Read more here.
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Call in for 10 Tax Saving Tips in 10 Minutes 

Get valuable insight and information when you join BCF's Ralph Serpe and Rebecca Rothey for 20 minutes that include 10 minutes of practical timps followed by time for your questions. Get call-in info here.
Did you miss our "Giving Options" event?

We had a great turnout on September 24 for 

"Giving Options: What you should know when you're ready to give back," a presentation comparing practical aspects of private foundations and donor-advised funds. For a quick glance at some of the main points, read our fact sheet here. 
Central Maryland Transportation Alliance website gives you a voice
It's now easier to have your voice heard via the Transportation Alliance website. You can  sign a petition to support Maryland Transit Administration's (MTA's) Bus Network Improvement Project (BNIP), email your elected official and make a donation to support the work they do to improve transportation. 

                              Check out the changes
 

Ending childhood hunger in Maryland

The Maryland No Kid Hungry campaign, a leading member of the MD Partnership to End Hunger, has received a $100,000 challenge grant from the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation. Help them raise the matching funds by their October 31 deadline by making a gift here.
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