Network Staff Met With Councilman Mike Ertel

Great meeting with County Council Chair Mike Ertel this morning!   We discussed the increase in student poverty this year in Baltimore County Public Schools.  Now over 82,000 students, or 75% of all students in the system, are eligible for Free/Reduced Price Meals in school, a rate far higher than...

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Loyola Blakefield Students Continue To Support The Community

The 8th grade students from Loyola Blakefield have demonstrated incredible generosity and community spirit! They collected and assembled over 40 hygiene bags along with numerous laundry bags. This initiative is a testament to their commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of their peers...

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Network Staff Visited Featherbed Lane Elementary School

Our Executive Director, Program Manager, and Program Coordinator recently had the opportunity to visit Featherbed Lane Elementary School, to see our mission in action. Featherbed Lane recently hosted a remarkable reading event that successfully brought together students and families, and...

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Network Staff Had A Great Visit To Pine Grove Elementary

We had an amazing visit to Pine Grove Elementary! Huge thanks to our Lead Volunteers, Erin and Kelly, for their hard work. Their K-2nd and 3rd-5th Grade Dance food drives were a huge success, with incredible contributions from the community. In addition to the food in the photo, they also received...

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Got Sneakers?

Got Sneakers?   We’d love to take them off your hands and feet! Starting today, we are collecting used sneakers as part of an ongoing fundraising effort. Whether your sneakers are gently used or have seen better days, we’d be thrilled to receive them. The only requirement is that they...

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The Power Of Giving

Our Founder, Laurie Taylor-Mitchell recently shared some inspiration behind what drives our mission.   In a heartfelt message from a dedicated school staff member, the power of giving is beautifully illustrated. They shared the story of a 7th grade student who received a new pair of shoes. The...

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The Network Hosted An Outstanding Group Of Volunteers For MLK Day

This morning, we had the privilege of hosting an extraordinary group of volunteers dedicated to honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.   We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the team from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Alpha Beta Gamma Omega Chapter and St. John Properties for...

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Network Staff Visited Carney Elementary and Parkville High

Our staff recently visited Carney Elementary and Parkville High School. A huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers and school liaisons! They play a crucial role in our mission, bridging the gap between students’ needs and the resources available, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to...

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Carroll Manor Elementary School Students Support The Network!

A BIG thank you to some of our youngest helpers and volunteers from Carroll Manor Elementary School! These remarkable students, along with their dedicated school community, came together to make a difference by packing personal care kits for our network schools. Their efforts have not only...

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