United Way of Central Maryland and Wellpoint Maryland recently partnered for a Read Across America Month event with scholars from Curtis Bay Elementary and Bay-Brook Elementary/Middle Schools in Baltimore City. More than 900 titles were donated, allowing students to choose which books they wanted to take home.
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United Way, BGE ease rising energy costs for 30,000 families with fund
Amid rising utility costs and economic uncertainty, many Central Maryland households are struggling to manage bills. The BGE Customer Relief Fund provided immediate financial assistance to more than 30,000 families this summer.
United Way of Central Maryland names Tykia Warden as senior vice president and chief development officer
Tykia Warden is the new senior vice president and chief development officer for United Way of Central Maryland. Warden brings more than two decades of proven leadership in fundraising, nonprofit management and community engagement to the organization’s executive team.
United Way of Central Maryland to celebrate centennial anniversary with benefit concert
United Way of Central Maryland, led by Franklyn Baker, is marking its 100th anniversary with a star-studded benefit concert on Oct. 11 at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, featuring Common, CeCe Peniston, and Elyscia Jefferson. The celebration not only honors a century of impact but also calls on the community to continue supporting the organization’s mission to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods across Greater Baltimore.
Marylanders can now apply for one-time utility grants as electricity costs spikeÂ
As electricity prices continue to rise, Maryland residents can now apply for the Customer Relief Fund, a one-time assistance grant funded by Exelon to support low- to moderate-income households. The $19 million initiative offers up to $750 in relief per eligible BGE customer and is being distributed through local nonprofit organizations.
AFRO High Tea returns to Baltimore
The AFRO’s High Tea returns April 26 at Martin’s West, honoring historic organizations and celebrating community legacy. With nearly 1,000 guests expected, the event features live entertainment, local vendors and support.
United Way is Sparking Social Change
United Way of Central Maryland’s Changemaker Challenge supports diverse grassroots programs with grants and coaching, amplifying their voices and providing resources to help close service and resource gaps and fuel positive change.
A Place Where Children — and Families — Thrive: The United Way Family Center in Columbia
United Way of Central Maryland’s Family Center in Columbia offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for children ages 0 to pre-K to learn, grow, and thrive, while also providing free services and affordable rates to support families.
Metropolitan Baltimore Chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness honors leaders in the workplace
The Metropolitan Baltimore Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness celebrated the work of Angela Celestin and Robert Matthews at its third annual Louder event, an event aimed at honoring those who have shown “outstanding leadership and dedication to fostering workplaces that support their employees’ mental health”.

