Published in The Frederick News Post on July 18, 2022: James Marshall Green loved the arts, and he knew that a community that offers a thriving arts scene must also be a community that supports its artists. Mr. Green passed away in 2018 and made provisions through his estate to continue supporting Frederick County artists for many years to come.
Published in Frederick News Post on July 4, 2022: You might be surprised, while walking down a bustling street, to look up and see a cascade of pink and purple petunias or vibrant pink begonias falling over the side of a hanging basket. If you’ve taken a moment to look up while strolling around in downtown Frederick, you’ve likely seen some of the 70 flowering baskets that beautify the historic landscape.
Published in the Frederick News Post on June 20, 2022: Yesterday was Father’s Day – a day traditionally meant to honor fathers and shine a light on the importance of an involved dad in child rearing. Hopefully fathers across Frederick are feeling the love. Over the years, donors have turned to the Community Foundation to help create lasting memorials to their fathers.
Published in the Frederick News Post on June 13, 2022:
Daniel Lajewski looks forward to spring. His favorite part of the season is not necessarily the blooming flowers or warmer days, it’s not even the emerging bees or longer evenings. Mr. Lajewski looks forward to attending the Brunswick High School senior awards ceremony where he has the pleasure of announcing scholarships in his late wife’s honor.
One week from today is Memorial Day, a national holiday to honor those who have died while serving in the U.S. military. Sadly, Frederick County has felt the loss of too many service members who did not return from the front lines. Some of those families have turned to the Community Foundation to help them honor their fallen family member.