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MFN Auction 2022

MFN Auction is Live!

MFN's virtual auction fundraiser is live! The auction features eight fabulous vacation packages for two and includes destinations like Greece, Costa Rica, Italy, Ireland, and more. Register here to bid on one of eight incredible vacation packages! All trips are valid for three years with no blackout dates and include deluxe accommodations for two. Bidding is open from June 1 - 13, so don't miss your chance at one of these trips of a lifetime! Presented in partnership with American Fundraising Foundation. 
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New Washington County Child Care Resource Center Opens Its Doors

A new Child Care Resource Center has come to town! On April 20, 2022 Child Care Choices and Maryland Family Network held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of a new Washington County Office of Maryland’s Child Care Resource Network. Representatives from MFN and Child Care Choices were joined by Maryland State Delegate Brenda J. Thiam to help cut the ribbon. 
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Near Quarter of a Million Dollar Investment in Child Abuse Prevention Awarded to The Family Tree

In Maryland, a child is reported abused or neglected every 10 minutes, despite there being proven ways to prevent child maltreatment. Maryland Family Network (MFN) is pleased to announce that it is doing its part by awarding The Family Tree a $225,000 grant to help further its mission of strengthening families and preventing child abuse and neglect.  Together, we are working to see that more children are raised in safe and supportive families and communities.
Happy parents and toddler laying on floor.

Near Quarter of a Million Dollar Investment in Child Abuse Prevention Awarded to The Family Tree

In Maryland, a child is reported abused or neglected every 10 minutes, despite there being proven ways to prevent child maltreatment. Maryland Family Network (MFN) is pleased to announce that it is doing its part by awarding The Family Tree a $225,000 grant to help further its mission of strengthening families and preventing child abuse and neglect.  Together, we are working to see that more children are raised in safe and supportive families and communities.
A diverse group of mothers and babies.

RFP for Consulting Services: Anti-racism, Anti-oppression (ARAO)

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are central to Maryland Family Network’s mission. Help us get it right. We’re currently accepting proposals for a consulting services contract to provide training, facilitation, and coaching services in support of the organization’s anti-racism, anti-oppression (ARAO) initiatives. Deadline to apply is February 15.
Two toddlers playing.

MARYLAND FAMILY NETWORK ANNOUNCES Change to CHILD CARE RESOURCE CENTERS

Child care educators work hard and are essential to our community. That’s why the Maryland Child Care Resource Network is here to help. We are pleased to announce that the bid process was completed in October 2021 and eight agencies have been selected to operate Child Care Resource Centers (CCRCs) beginning January 1, 2022. CCRCs provide leadership, training, coaching, program supports and other services to child care providers as well as assist families in finding child care and navigating support services such as Child Care Scholarship assistance. While the structure has changed, the services remain the same and are even more convenient. The eight CCRCs in Maryland work collaboratively with local and state partners to ensure every child care educator and program are provided high quality professional development and support services.
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Just Published: First of Its Kind Equity Report Examining Early Childhood Access & Care

Building Better Beginnings (B3), a collaborative effort to leverage the expertise and diverse perspectives of Maryland’s early childhood experts, released a first of its kind report today aimed at expanding high-quality services available for expectant families and families with children birth to age three, especially those who are living at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Building Better Beginnings for Maryland’s Children: Maryland’s Prenatal to Three Equity Report examines many factors of prenatal to three health, education, and well-being including prenatal care, home visiting, temporary assistance, child care, substance exposure, and others. 
Toddlers and adults.

B3 Releasing First of Its Kind Report on Prenatal to 3 Equity in Maryland.

B3 Releasing First of Its Kind Report on Prenatal to 3 Equity in Maryland.
Mom kissing her baby's cheeks.

MFN Announces RFP For Family Support Centers

Maryland Family Network, the state-wide intermediary overseeing the network of Family Support Centers, is pleased to announce that we have issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Maryland agencies and organizations to operate/establish a Family Support Center in a Maryland community or region. Centers serve families with children birth through age three and/or expectant parents. MFN anticipates awarding multiple grants to support both the planning and full operations of these new Family Support Centers.