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$346,263 granted to 47 Lower Shore nonprofits
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) distributed a record $346,263 in grant funding to 47 area nonprofits through its annual Community Needs grant cycle. These grants support organizations addressing critical issues across the Lower Shore, including housing stability, food security, health care, youth development, and environmental stewardship. These investments strengthen the network of nonprofits serving Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset Counties. Applicants
Apr 233 min read
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore receives $45,000 to strengthen emergency assistance and food security
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) is thrilled to announce two generous grants totaling $45,000 that will strengthen the local safety net for families and seniors facing urgent financial hardship across the Lower Eastern Shore. Together, these investments support both immediate emergency assistance and access to food, two critical and closely connected needs for households working to stay healthy and stable.
Mar 132 min read
Black Excellence Community Fund awards grants during Black History Month
Sonya Whited, BECF; Nancy Howard, The Henry Hotel; Deborah Scott, The Buffalo Soldier Living History Site/ The Outpost; Kim Jones, Sturgis One Room School House; Sharon Morris, BECF; Lori Carter, BECF. The Black Excellence Community Fund, which is a Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Giving Circle, awarded three grants in honor of Black History Month. The grants benefit local nonprofits which elevate and celebrate the history of the local Black community. Each or
Feb 272 min read
Lower Shore schools receive nearly $150,000 for education from Community Foundation
Schools in Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties received $149,826 in grant funding through the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore’s 2025 Education Grants Program. Funding was distributed to 28 schools across 38 school-based programs. This year, the Foundation received an exceptional number of grant requests reflecting diverse educational needs, from advancing STEM and environmental initiatives, to expanding literacy programs, social-emotional wellness, creative ar
Nov 18, 20254 min read
Community Foundation launches Shore Gives 365 platform with $100,000 for area nonprofits
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has launched Shore Gives 365, a year-round online giving platform that connects donors to verified local nonprofits across the Lower Eastern Shore. The platform builds on the decade-long success of the Foundation’s Shore Gives More Giving Tuesday campaign, which generated more than $2.9 million in charitable support since its inception. Shore Gives 365 provides a one-stop giving experience where donors can browse local organizat
Nov 12, 20252 min read
Black Philanthropy Month celebrated with grants to nonprofits
The Black Excellence Community Fund awarded three grants. Left to right: Lori Carter, BECF founding member; Sonya Whited, BECF founding...
Aug 28, 20252 min read
Community Foundation Women’s Fund awards $65,000 to local nonprofits
Nonprofit recipients of the 2025 Community Foundation Women’s Fund grants received a combined $65,000 to support the needs of women and...
Jun 17, 20252 min read
$295,000 granted to 45 Lower Shore nonprofits
Lower Shore Autism Community provides support groups, social opportunities, and helpful resources to families with loved ones on the...
Apr 17, 20254 min read
Black Excellence Community Fund awards grants during Black History Month
The Black Excellence Community Fund, which is a Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Giving Circle, awarded three grants in honor of...
Feb 21, 20252 min read
Lower Shore schools receive over $150,000 from Community Foundation
Schools in Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties received $153,574 in grant funding through CFES.
Nov 13, 20244 min read
View the 2024 Impact Report
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore 2024 Impact Report is available here . View the Foundation's work and the impact you are...
Nov 1, 20241 min read
Community Foundation makes grant to local American Red Cross chapter for hurricane disaster relief
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has granted $25,000 to the American Red Cross Delmarva Chapter to assist in their rescue...
Oct 16, 20241 min read
Black Philanthropy Month celebrated with grants to nonprofits
The Black Excellence Community Fund, which is a Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Giving Circle, celebrated Black Philanthropy...
Aug 20, 20241 min read
Taylor Bank For Good Fund provides $15,000 in grants for local nonprofits
The Taylor Bank “For Good Fund” held at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore recently announced its initial grant recipients, total
Jul 12, 20242 min read
Community Foundation grant will focus on enhancing pipeline of new mental health providers on the Shore
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has committed $15,000 to a new fellowship program for Master of Social Work post-graduate...
Jun 24, 20241 min read
Black Excellence Community Fund awards grants during Black History Month
The Black Excellence Community Fund, which is a Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Giving Circle, awarded three grants during...
Feb 16, 20241 min read
Lower Shore schools receive $116,144 from Community Foundation
Schools in Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties received $116,144 in grant funding through the Community Foundation of the Eastern...
Nov 14, 20234 min read
CFES 2023 Annual Report
View our 2023 Annual Report here.
Nov 6, 20231 min read
Grants will help fund ballistic vests for Salisbury Fire Department
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore and donors recently granted $73,000 to the Salisbury Fire Department to fund ballistic...
Sep 6, 20231 min read
$273,825 granted to 33 Lower Shore nonprofits
A total of $273,825 has been granted to 33 local nonprofits by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore in its largest grant cycle...
Aug 17, 20233 min read
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