August 2025

Message from the Executive Director

After a flurry of activities the past few weeks, from the ribbon cutting to candidate interviews, move-in days to intern farewells, it has been nice to have a few quiet moments to focus on behind-the-scenes tasks like preparing this newsletter. I've always liked this task because it pulls together the good stuff and is a reminder of all the great things people are doing in the nonprofit sector. This month, we spotlight One Annapolis, share move in photos, open registration for our fall cohort, list educator grants and much more! And, if there is something you'd like to see - or something you'd like to share - in future issues of NonprofitNEWS, let us know!

-- Jennifer



Hurray! It's Finally Official!

On August 4, 2025, with almost 100 people in attendance, the Nonprofit Center held its official ribbon cutting. It was a beautiful day in so many ways. If you couldn't attend, you can watch the ceremony here. Start at 34:14 to hear from the first three resident nonprofits. They are amazing!

If you prefer a much shorter look, check out the local media coverage.

CBS, WBAL, WMAR, Capital Gazette, Baltimore Banner, Eye on Annapolis.

If your organization is looking for low-cost office space and capacity-building support, this is a great time to reach out. The Nonprofit Center offers tours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week.

What We Heard From You

Last month, we asked local nonprofits to complete a short survey to help us plan the Nonprofit Center's upcoming cohorts, conference, and other professional development programming. There was a 27% response rate with almost equal representation from organizations of all sizes. When we asked about a Fundraising & Sustainability 2.0 concept, 52% said "Love it!" 42% thought it was a reasonable idea, and 7% thought we should offer 1.0 again.

In response to your feedback, F&S 2.0 will be a deep dive into the four topics that were requested most. And, we're offering the cohort in the afternoon because respondents identified evenings as their least preferred time. Space is limited, so register soon!

We're Taking A Deep Dive

We also asked about potential conference topics. These are the results. Stayed tuned for a program that is engaging, practical and timely!

Attract Local Talent on the NPC Job Board

If your organization is hiring, post it on the NPC Job Board.



• Post new job opportunities
• Connect with local talent
• Save on recruitment costs

The job board is linked on the county's Job Announcements page, so you should get some great visibility. Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits with positions located in Anne Arundel County can post positions now.

Say My Name Memorial

The Nonprofit Center is located on the campus of the former Crownsville State Hospital and is part of County Executive Steuart Pittman's vision for Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park. Many of you may be familiar with its history already. If not, we encourage you to learn more by:

• visiting aacounty.org/CrownsvillePark
• reading Madness, Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum by Antonia Hylton (the Nonprofit Center has a few copies available to borrow)

On September 4th, the Say My Name Memorial Dedication and Unveiling will honor over 1,700 individuals who lived and died at Crownsville State Hospital. Visit aacounty.org/saymyname for more information.

Thank You Summer Interns! How Time Flies

Conor, Juliet, and Shelen joined us in June and, in just a blink of an eye, are headed back to school. Kudos to them for taking on the wide range of tasks that come along with opening a new facility. From building shelves to creating report templates, responding to inquiries and managing the meeting calendar, to event planning and weed pulling (we promised not to share that photo), they went above and beyond.

They also worked on and presented individual projects:

• Justice For All: How Anne Arundel Nonprofits Can Close the Justice Gap
• NPC Evaluation Analysis Plan
• NPC Video and Video Templates for Resident Nonprofits

“We created the Nonprofit Center to support the people who support our communities. It will bring organizations together under one roof to build a stronger, more connected Anne Arundel County.” ― County Executive Steuart Pittman

The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County's 2025 Community Needs Assessment Report, Poverty Amidst Plenty VIII, will be available next month. Your organization can receive a complimentary printed copy by registering for and attending one of three public presentations this fall (September 22, October 1, November 5). Space is limited, so register soon.

In The Spotlight: One Annapolis

One Annapolis, Inc. is the Nonprofit Center's newest resident organization. Their vision is to uplift and empower marginalized children and families in the Annapolis area.

The organization was featured on WMAR 2 News during the Nonprofit Center's ribbon cutting. Check it out!

You can read more about One Annapolis on the NPC Spotlight page and their website.

Just for Fun: A Few Photos of Move-in Day

These photos were taken before the ribbon cutting, and the spaces have been transformed since then. To learn more about available spaces, eligibility criteria, fees and amenities, visit our website at aacounty.org/npc and click on Shared Work and Meeting Spaces.

Monthly licensing fees will be waived through December 2025. Complete our Interest Form and we'll contact you with details or call 410-222-6999.

Announcements / Professional Development Resources

☆ Don't Throw Spaghetti at the Wall

Instead, "take the time on an opportunity that you feel is really aligned to your work." This is just one important tip shared in the Chronicle of Philanthropy's article, 6 Proven Ways to capture Grants That Increase Capacity.

☆ Maryland Nonprofits 2025 Annual Conference: Facing the Future Together

October 8 and 9, 2025, at the Maritime Conference Center in Linthicum Heights, MD. Learn more HERE. Nonprofit Center staff will be there and bring back highlights and practical tools.

☆ Fundraising Metrics That Matter

Podcasts are a great way to pass the time during a lengthy commute. Nonprofit Hub Radio Podcast always has good stuff. This episode is a great primer for those new to nonprofit fundraising, and it introduces a 2025 Benchmark Report to help you compare where your organization stands compared to the industry.

Listen Here or wherever you get your podcasts.

☆ Free Webinars and Workshops

Candid Learning's September sessions (all at 2:00 pm ET) include:

• September 4: Introduction to Fundraising Planning
• September 11: Introduction to Measuring Your Impact
• September 17: Increasing Pathways to Career Development
• September 18: Ask Me Anything: All About Nonprofit Boards

Read more and register at https://learning.candid.org.

Nonprofit Learning Lab's free webinars are held at 11:00 am ET.

• August 25: Bottleneck Breakers: How to Break Past Fundraising Barriers
• September 8: How to Develop a Practical AI Policy for Your Nonprofit
• September 24: Sustaining Revenue and Navigating Tariff Impacts in the U.S.

☆ Community Wellbeing Index

The County Executive's Office, Office of Equity and Human Rights, and ArundelStat will soon introduce Anne Arundel County's Community Wellbeing Index. This interactive online tool will help nonprofits find the data they need to support their cases for support, grant applications, and decision making. Stay tuned for the rollout later this month.

Nonprofits Get It Done

The National Council of Nonprofits (NCN) coordinated a National Nonprofit Day - Day of Action on August 17th. The goal was to create a powerful, visible show of support for the nonprofit sector. Even if you couldn't participate this weekend, there are still opportunities to remind decision makers why nonprofits are indispensable to the communities we live in.

Nonprofits Get It Done Campaign Page

Nonprofit Impact Matters

Nonprofits Serve the Public Good (NCN CEO's testimony to House subcommittee)

Grants and Other Funding Opportunities

• Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Arts in Education Grants

• Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County's Grants 4 Teachers

• Donors Choose - A platform for teachers to request funds for school supplies

• The NEA Foundation Educator Grants and Fellowships

• Digital Wish Grants - solving technology shortfalls in education

Did you know we post new events, grant opportunities, and other resources specifically for local nonprofits on our Facebook page? Follow us HERE!

The Nonprofit Center is a program of Anne Arundel County government. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Each NPC-sponsored event includes information about how to request an ADA Accommodation.

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