Steuart Pittman, Anne Arundel County Executive, alongside Arundel Community Development Services Inc. (ACDS) CEO Erin Karpewicz, announced a $2 million boost for local nonprofits in a recent community giving spree. According to Anne Arundel County, the generous grants are being distributed amongst 73 local nonprofits, intended to fortify the fabric of Anne Arundel County by enhancing the quality of life and addressing the various needs of its residents.
"These grants are an investment in our community and the incredible work being done by our local nonprofits," Pittman stated, as detailed by Anne Arundel County. An interagency team of County health and human service leaders was responsible for vetting a highly competitive field of 125 applications, eventually whittling it down to the deserving 73. A glance at the recipient list reveals a wide range of support areas, including services for underserved populations, promoting equity and inclusion, and seeking to eliminate the educational opportunity gap.
Apart from the usual suspects like the American Red Cross, the grants will aid diverse initiatives from the Annapolis Pride to the Maryland Therapeutic Riding Inc., reflecting a broad canvas of community-led efforts. Organizations such as the Joy Reigns Lutheran Church and Leading By Feeding are also on the beneficiaries list, indicating an alignment of priorities with those of the administration. The grants, which usually range from $10,000 to $50,000, were part of the FY25 Budget approved by the Anne Arundel County Council in June.
During a ceremonial check presentation at the Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center, Erin Karpewicz expressed her excitement. "We had so many outstanding applications to support the human service needs of our communities, and I am thrilled that the County and our ACDS team can provide valuable operating resources to support that work," Erin Karpewicz said, as per Anne Arundel County. For people interested in the intricacies of the funded programs and the impacts they're poised to make, detailed information can be found on the county website.
