#BCREDS Learning Design Team Request for Proposal
BCYF OVERVIEW The Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (“BCYF”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was created as a dedicated fund to support programs for Baltimore’s young people. The concept of the Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (“the Fund”) was launched in 2015 by then-City Council President Bernard “Jack” C. Young. It was created as […]
Audit Request for Proposals
BCYF OVERVIEW The Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (“BCYF”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was created as a dedicated fund to support programs for Baltimore’s young people. The concept of the Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (“the Fund”) was launched in 2015 by then-City Council President Bernard “Jack” C. Young. It was created as […]
WBAL Radio: $8.4 million in grants distributed to dozens of youth-oriented nonprofits in Baltimore
While Baltimore City is seeing an increase in youth violence, especially in relation to guns, it’s easy to ignore some of the hard, positive work provided for young people, especially in underserved Black and Brown communities. The Baltimore Children and Youth Fund, which is celebrating the fourth anniversary of its founding, just announced its latest round of grant money […]
WJZ News Baltimore Children and Youth Fund receives donations to help organizations thrive
BALTIMORE – Throughout the month of August, participating businesses are donating a percentage of their proceeds to the Baltimore Children and Youth Fund. “I lived it,” said Lonnie Walker, founder and CEO of Joy Baltimore. “And because I lived it, it’s my goal and my desire to give back.” After growing up in Brooklyn’s Red […]
Baltimore Children & Youth Fund addresses gaps in city’s funding landscape (WEAA)
Alysia Lee is the inaugural President of the BCYF.
She joins Dr. Kaye to share how the non-profit is addressing traditional gaps in the city’s funding landscape by providing funding for grassroots and youth-serving organizations.
Baltimore Summer Funding Collaborative Commits $5 Million for Children & Youth Programs
Baltimore Summer Funding Collaborative Commits $5 Million for Children & Youth Programs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 5 Contact: Tom Waldron, tom@waldronstrategies.com 2023 410-350-6637 Baltimore Summer Funding Collaborative Commits $5 Million for Children & Youth Programs Range of public, corporate and nonprofit funders work collaboratively to provide great summer opportunities for Baltimore’s young people […]
Why community review?
Why community review? – Shondrea McCargo The Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (BCYF) utilizes a community grant review process to ensure community voices are heard and included on matters such as how to prioritize funding. A community review involves engaging community members and stakeholders in the Grassroots Fund grant application review and decision making processes. […]
Why do we invest in Black, Brown, and Indigenous organizations?
Why do we invest in Black, Brown, and Indigenous organizations? – Shondrea McCargo The Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (BCYF) was created to support community-led initiatives that improve the well-being of Baltimore’s children and youth. BCYF recognizes the importance of investing in Black, Brown, and Indigenous organizations, which is essential in the community for several […]
Why prioritize youth interests?
Why prioritize youth interests? – Shondrea McCargo Prioritizing youth interests is critical for the success of the Baltimore Children and Youth Fund (BCYF) and its partner organizations. BCYF was established in 2015 to support community-led initiatives that improve the well-being of Baltimore’s children and youth. To ensure that BCYF successfully serves its intended audience and […]
Strategic Planning Survey
Dear Members of the Baltimore Children & Youth Fund Community, Over the past four years, BCYF has provided support for organizations supporting the children and youth of Baltimore. We are excited to build upon what we have learned to provide increased supports to ensure that our children and youth are healthy, ready to succeed in school, […]
