October 14, 2022 – Salisbury, Md. – The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has announced a total of $7.1 million in charitable grants for the 2022 fiscal year. The Foundation made 1,674 grants supporting various community needs across the Lower Eastern Shore. The foundation also awarded more than 400 scholarships to local students totaling $439,000.
“Every grant the Foundation makes is an important piece in building a stronger community,” said Community Foundation President Erica Joseph. “Our impact grows each year thanks to the generous support of our donors, allowing us to be a leading resource for our community.”
The Community Foundation will celebrate annual grant making achievements at the 2022 Annual Meeting which will be held at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center on November 4, 2022. The Foundation will report on its philanthropic activities during the past year, and announce winners of the 2022 Community Foundation awards, as well as highlight ongoing initiatives that serve the Lower Shore. For additional information visit CFES.org/annualmeeting or call 410-742-9911.
About the Community Foundation: As leaders, grant makers, and stewards of philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore connects people who care to causes that matter for the common good of the Lower Eastern Shore. We are a 501c3 nonprofit with an inspiring history of fostering charitable endeavors, and have provided $100 million in grants and scholarships to the local community since 1984. We collaborate with individuals, families, and businesses to match their charitable interests with community needs and strengthen local nonprofits through grants and resources. We are devoted to improving our regional community and believe in the power of philanthropy.
For information contact: Victoria Kent, Marketing Officer | 410-742-9911 |vkent@CFES.org
