Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore

ShoreLEAD Volunteer Academy

Join us in our mission to inspire volunteerism across Delmarva and mobilize more than 100 volunteers in projects led by people just like you! The ShoreLEAD Volunteer Academy is an exciting opportunity for aspiring volunteer leaders on the Lower Eastern Shore to develop a community project to be completed on or before Make a Difference Day - The National Day to Help Others - October 26, 2013. READ MORE

The Women's Fund

The Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is a permanent endowment fund created through the power of collective philanthropy. Find out how you can be a part at WomensFundEasternShore.org

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FEATURED NEWS

Community Foundation Awards $7,081 Grant to Assist Wicomico Public Library

The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore awarded Wicomico Public Library a $7,081 Community Needs Grant to support technology upgrades to meet the growing demand of visitors at the Wicomico Public Library (WPL) branch in Pittsville, MD. According to Andrea Berstler, Director, WPL, “We are extremely grateful to the Community Foundation for their......

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UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES

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Donor Stewardship and Engagement

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Special Forum - Sequestration: New Realities for Nonprofit Organizations

6/26/13
Public Speaking

7/10/13
Grant Writing: Getting Funded

7/24/13
Legal Considerations for NEW Nonprofits

8/1/13
Community Needs Grant Deadline

FEATURED GRANTS

Community Foundation Awards $1,600 Grant to Assist Worcester County Arts Council

The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore awarded Worcester County Arts Council a $1,600 Community Needs Grant to support Paint Berlin, an outdoor arts event scheduled to bring artists and local residents together in September 2013.

According to Anna Mullis, Executive Director, Worcester County Arts Council, “We are extremely grateful to the Community Foundation for their support. These funds will assist our efforts to coordinate this one of a kind outdoor event—one that people of
all ages will enjoy.”

“We are happy to assist the Worcester County Arts Council in their efforts to engage local artists and residents in this exciting event,” said Doug Wilson, President, Community Foundation. “We believe it is through partnerships such as these that we can make meaningful changes in our communities.”

The deadline for the next cycle of Community Needs Grants is August 1, 2013. Copies of grant guidelines and application forms are available online at www.cfes.org or by calling 410-742-9911.

Community Foundation Awards $1,600 Grant to Assist Worcester County Arts Council