Anne Arundel Women Giving Together Announces Grant Winners

Since its inception in 2006, Anne Arundel Women Giving Together (AAWGT) has provided more than $1.7 million to nonprofits helping underserved women and families. This year, the organization awarded grant applicants the largest amount in its history, $164,305.

“May is always the highlight of our year as we fund a new group of very worthy nonprofits,” said Susan Cook, AAWGT president. “It is truly the highlight of my year as president to be able to call our new grantees to congratulate them on having their grant request funded.”

Severna Park-based nonprofit Rebuilding Together Anne Arundel County received $25,000 in funding. The organization’s mission is “repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives.”

Rebuilding Together Anne Arundel County board of directors president Annie Ruch said the funds will be used for business operations and hiring a new executive director.

“We want to get the message out about who we are and the resources that are in the area,” Ruch said. “We are growing exponentially.”

Ruch noted that the nonprofit is on pace to repair 34 homes this year.

To date, AAWGT has awarded 130 grants to 52 nonprofits in Anne Arundel County. Funded areas include the development and education of youth, treatment for victims of violence and abuse, mental health and family support, prevention of homelessness, affordable housing opportunities, the reduction of food insecurity, and promotion of child and adult literacy.

Congratulations to the following 2023 awardees and their causes:

Anne Arundel County Literacy Council Inc. — $6,000

Funds support the continuation and growth of free tutoring programs for low-income adults in Anne Arundel County.

Child Resource Connect — $25,000

The grant will go toward Anne Arundel child care support services.

Community Alliance of South County — $13,300

Funds support a project called Camp, A Week of Possibilities. In 2022, 10 children from the southern part of Anne Arundel County, ages 8 through 11, were able to attend week-long overnight summer camps.

Evolve KidsCare — $15,000

This organization provides child care assistance to parents recovering from substance use.

Harvest Resources in Anne Arundel County — $25,000

Harvest Resources offers necessities not covered By Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

Maryland Latinos Unidos — $25,000

Funds support maternal health.

STAIR-Annapolis Inc. — $25,000

This group helps people start the adventure of reading.

The Complete Player Charity and Sisters in Sync — $5,005

These nonprofits are collaborating on a leadership program for girls.

Learn more about the grant process and the needs of AAWGT by visiting www.givingtogether.org.