During an awards ceremony at the Cathedral of the Incarnation on Saturday May 18, the Reparations Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland announced the recipients for the third year of grants from our diocesan Reparations Fund. The Reparations Fund was established in 2020 by the 236th Diocesan Convention to intentionally foster opportunities to engage in racial reconciliation, restitution and restoration arising from the Diocese of Maryland’s complicity in supporting the practice of chattel slavery and the legacy of immense harm caused by systemic and institutional racism which continues today. Five outstanding organizations were selected to receive a total of $250,000 in grants.
After careful evaluation of a diverse pool of applicants, the following five organizations stood out for their unwavering commitment to and remarkable impact on their communities:
African American Resources Cultural and Historical Society (AARCH Society)
$50,000
AARCH Society is committed to fostering greater understanding among diverse cultures in Frederick County, Maryland. Through programs and services in Frederick City and County – and through the establishment of the African American Heritage Center in downtown Frederick in 2023 – AARCH Society builds community with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Baltimore Children’s Peace Center
$50,000
The Baltimore Children’s Peace Center’s mission is to address issues of violence in our community by nurturing young people in the capacity to live their lives in peace, resolve conflict in a nonviolent and positive manner and share meaningful fellowship within the community. We promote youth leadership and development with a focus on self-awareness, conflict resolution and meaningful fellowship.
BRIDGE Maryland
$50,000
BRIDGE Maryland uses intentional relationship building, organizing and intensive leadership development in order to strengthen congregations and faith leaders to demonstrate and advance justice in the world.
Doleman Black Heritage Museum
$50,000
The Doleman Black Heritage Museum’s mission is to collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret historical and cultural artifacts of African Americans in Washington County, Maryland; to protect and expand the legacy of the Doleman family; to provide insight and enlightened knowledge for the public; and, to serve as a resource for historical information of African-American history and culture locally and statewide.
Marian House
$50,000
Marian House is a holistic, healing community for women and their children who are in need of housing and rehabilitative services. They provide a safe, sober, and loving environment that challenges women to respect and love themselves, confront emotional and socioeconomic barriers, and transition to stable and independent lives.
The Episcopal Diocese of Maryland congratulates these five organizations and recognizes the transformative work they do. The Reparations Committee is confident that the funds will empower and enable them to continue their vital work with renewed strength and resources.
Learn more about reparations in our diocese and the grants process.
The awards ceremony was streamed live on YouTube and can be viewed in its entirety in the window below.
Episcopal Diocese of Maryland Reparations Grants
Cathedral of the Incarnation, Baltimore
May 18, 2024
About the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland
The Episcopal Diocese of Maryland is a vibrant community of 100 congregations in covenant with God and one another. Our diocese spans 10 counties and the City of Baltimore in western, central, and southern Maryland. We are a part of The Episcopal Church and the worldwide Anglican Communion.
