Offers resources and support to individuals with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers. Health Education/Disease Prevention More information: - Provides information on cystic fibrosis and referrals to local treatment facilities - Hosts special events to raise money for research centers and care facilities

Offers help finding local and national offices for individuals with cystic fibrosis. Healthcare Referrals

Helps minority students access higher education and career opportunities. Education and Training More information: - Provides direct assistance to under-resourced students - Hosts events to raise funds and awareness of their work

Provides education and support to individuals affected by lupus. Helplines and Information More information: - Includes non-medical counseling, disease education, information, and referrals to resources - Offers a podcast, weekly email newsletter, and an educational series - An online self-management program is available to help with symptoms, medication, and more

Hosts events throughout the year to raise money for research centers and care facilities that help people with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers. Fundraising/Charitable Giving

Accepts donations and sells used books to support local libraries and library services. Donations

Operates a helpline staffed by healthcare professionals that provides information on blood cancers and diseases. Information and Referral More information: - Provides brochures on terminology, diagnosis, treatments, research, coping with illness, and patient service programs

Plans and works with community leaders to identify important issues in the county. Community Planning and Development

Raises and distributes funds to non-profit agencies that offer health and human services. Fundraising and Grantmaking Organizations More information: - Offers advice and technical assistance to member agencies - Maintains a list of funded agencies - Provides information and referral services for local resources

Helps identify community needs, create services, and assess county programs for children, youth, and families. Community Planning and Development

Raises money for other agencies who help people in need. Nonprofit Funding

Provides funding for services to help breast cancer patients and their families improve their quality of life. Health Support Services More information: - Services include transportation, medical treatment and services, therapy, and family support

Helps communities and neighbors achieve social and economic mobility through services, partnerships, and advocacy. Community Action Programs More information: - Serves as a grantee for the County Head Start Program - Monitors contracts and grants for nonprofits - Offers a free eight-month advocacy training program for lower-income community members

Awards general operating grants to organizations that focus on the humanities. Grants for Humanities Organizations More information: - Partners can apply for support for the One Maryland One Book program

Raises money and distributes funds to organizations that help people in need. Nonprofit/Philanthropic Associations More information: - Provides members with technical advice and support

Coordinates an annual fundraising campaign to address community needs within Central Maryland. Community Fundraising and Grant Making More information: - Provides training and assistance to groups that receive funding - Develops partnerships to decide how to use grant money

Raises money and distributes funds to organizations that help people in need. Fundraising and Grantmaking Organizations More information: - Maintains a list of the organizations that receive money

Assists in identifying local human service needs, raises funds, and invests resources for a variety of community-based issues Community Planning and Coordination More information: - Serves as volunteer connector for the county and maintains an online listing of available opportunities

Plans, develops, and monitors family-oriented, community-based programs in collaboration with community partners. Community Action/Social Advocacy Groups

Recruits people and organizations to give, advocate, and volunteer in the areas of education, income, and health. Community Engagement, Volunteerism More information: - Matches volunteers with projects based on skills and interests - Conducts an annual school supply drive - Provides a 6-week summer youth volunteer program at non-profit agencies in partnership with YMCA of Frederick County Hosts annual day of service in October Conducts annual free income tax preparation operated 100% by volunteers

Raises money to help non-profit agencies provide services for health, education, recreation, and character building in the community. Fundraising More information: - Reviews agency budgets and programs in order to allocate funds; maintains a list of funded agencies - Provides technical assistance to member agencies - Accepts monetary donations online or by mail

Works to identify and address human service needs in specific counties in Maryland and West Virginia. Community Planning and Coordination More information: - Coordinates yearly fundraising campaigns and invests resources in the community - Provides assistance in Allegheny and Garrett counties in Maryland, and Hampshire and Mineral counties in West Virginia

Provides information and referral services concerning health, education, and economic opportunities Information and Referral

Accepts donations and sells used books to support local libraries and library services. Donations

Offers educational programs and activities focused on reading and history. Education and Enrichment Programs More information: - Includes a reading and discussion program, a historical project competition, and annual author tours - Works to bring museum exhibitions to the community