Advocacy

Federal Government shuts down, but nonprofits open doors wider

2019-01-27T22:10:48-05:00January 27th, 2019|Advocacy|

Our partners in County government are very concerned about the impact of the federal government shut down on county residents and the nonprofit organizations that serve them.Please let us know if your organization is feeling the impact – increased demands for services, concerns about federal grants, etc. Nonprofit Montgomery will compile the data and communicate nonprofit needs to County leaders. Email lesley@nonprofitmoco.org as soon as possible with your concerns.

For more information on services throughout the area, visit the County’s Federal Shutdown Assistance Portal.

We’d also like to recognize our local nonprofits, who are going above and beyond during this time.

Federal Government shuts down, but nonprofits open doors wider

2019-01-25T13:05:12-05:00January 25th, 2019|Advocacy|

Let us know how your nonprofit is responding and what you are hearing from the community
Our partners in County government are very concerned about the impact of the federal government shut down on county residents and the nonprofit organizations that serve them.Please let us know if your organization is feeling the impact – increased demands for services, concerns about federal grants, etc. 
Nonprofit Montgomery will compile the data and communicate nonprofit needs to County leaders. Email lesley@nonprofitmoco.org as soon as possible with your concerns.

For more information on services throughout the area, visit the County’s Federal Shutdown Assistance Portal.

We’d also like to recognize our local nonprofits, who are going above and beyond during this time.

Town Hall on Accessory Dwelling Units, January 19

2019-01-11T09:57:48-05:00January 12th, 2019|Advocacy, Events, MoCo Government News|

County Councilmember Hans Riemer is hosting a town hall on accessory dwelling units (ADUs). In addition to addressing housing affordability more broadly in the County, ADUs can bring tremendous value to the homeowner and the renter. Community members are welcome to share feedback and get questions answered. The event is free, but registration is required.

Town Hall on Accessory Dwelling Units
January 19, 2019, 10am – noon

Council Office Building – 3rd Floor Hearing Room
100 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850

Advocacy Alert: Friday, January 11, 2019

2019-01-11T10:27:19-05:00January 11th, 2019|Action Alerts, Advocacy|

We are entering the FY20 County budget season, and County Executive Elrich’s budget forums willbegin next week.

County Executive Marc Elrich is holding five community forums to gather feedback from the public on the FY20 operating budget.

We encourage all Nonprofit Montgomery members to attend. Also, invite your board members to attend and speak to the importance of the nonprofit sector. It is critical to have the voices of the nonprofit sector heard at all points of the budget process.

Suggested talking points:

  • Your organization and role (board member, ED, etc)
  • Identify yourself as a member of  Nonprofit Montgomery
  • Briefly say who you serve and why it’s important
  • Note that the County’s continued support for nonprofits is essential for a healthy, thriving community
  • Nonprofits provide services more efficiently and effectively and leverage county dollars to attract additional funding
  • Thank the County for their partnership.
Thank you for speaking out for nonprofits and the people we serve.
Forum Dates and Locations
January 14, 7pm – BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr., Germantown
January 16, 7pm – Silver Spring Civic Building, One Veterans Place, Silver Spring
January 22, 7pm – Eastern Montgomery Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Spring
January 23, 7pm – Mid-County Recreation Center, 2004 Queensguard Rd., Silver Spring
February 4, 7pm – Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School, 4301 East West Hwy, Bethesda.

The County Executive will announce his recommended FY20 Operating Budget on March 15 and the County Council approves the operating budget at the end of May.

If sign language interpretation, other services, or aids are needed to participate in this activity, call 240-777-6507, Maryland Relay 711 or email Karen.falcon@montgomerycountymd.gov.

County Executive’s FY20 Operating Budget Forums

2019-01-11T09:51:09-05:00January 10th, 2019|Advocacy, Events, MoCo Government News|

County Executive Marc Elrich is holding five budget forums to seek input from residents about Fiscal Year 2020 Operating Budget priorities.

January 14, 7pm – BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr., Germantown
January 16, 7pm – Silver Spring Civic Building, One Veterans Place, Silver Spring
January 22, 7pm – Eastern Montgomery Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Spring
January 23, 7pm – Mid-County Recreation Center, 2004 Queensguard Rd., Silver Spring
February 4, 7pm – Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School, 4301 East West Hwy, Bethesda.

The County Executive will announce his recommended FY20 Operating Budget on March 15 and the County Council approves the operating budget at the end of May.

Maryland Nonprofits’ Legislative Preview

2018-12-14T12:25:25-05:00December 15th, 2018|Advocacy, Events|

Maryland Nonprofits released its agenda for the Legislative Preview on January 7, 2019 at the Maritime Conference Center in Linthicum Heights, MD. The event includes presentations to honor Senator Cheryl Kagan and Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk and a keynote address by William E. “Brit” Kirwan, Chair of Commission on Innovation & Excellence in Education. Click here for more information. 

Request for Grant and Contract Information

Maryland Nonprofits is looking for examples of grants or contracts that fit the parameters of Senate Bill 1045. Contact Henry Bogdan with any examples would fall into this ‘loophole’ category or with any questions about this issue. 

Fifth Annual Education (MCPS and Montgomery College) Budget Meetings

2018-12-13T19:32:32-05:00December 13th, 2018|Advocacy, Events|

Councilmember Rice, MCPS Superintendent Dr. Smith, and Montgomery College President Dr.Pollard will be answering questions such as: 

  • How are budget decisions made?
  • What is the county doing today to get ready for FY20 and beyond
  • What opportunities do residents have to influence budget decisions? 

All meetings will be from 6:30-8:30pm

  • February 20 – Neelsville Middle School
  • February 27 – Col. Lee E. Brooke Middle School
  • March 6 – Rockville High School
  • March 11 – Bethesda Chevy Chase High School
  • March 27 – Montgomery College, Takoma Park/ Silver Spring Campus

Questions? Contact Councilmember.Rice@montgomerycountymd.gov or call 240-777-7955.

County Executive Listening Sessions Added

2018-12-13T19:31:33-05:00December 11th, 2018|Advocacy, Events|

County Executive Elrich is holding additional “listening sessions” that will allow residents and stakeholders of the County an opportunity to have their voices heard.  

Listening Sessions/Public Forums 

  1. Saturday, December 15 from 3-4:30 p.m. at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School, 4301 East-West Highway, Bethesda
  2. Monday, December 17 from 7:30-9 p.m., Churchill High School, 11300 Gainsborough Rd, Potomac
  3. Thursday, December 20 from 7-8:30 p.m., Einstein High School, 11135 Newport Mill Rd, Kensington
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